Senior Mechanical System Engineer / Senior Mechanical System Engineeress

Position: Senior Mechanical System Engineer

Location: Zurich, Switzerland

Contract: Permanent contract, full-time position

Salary: To be discussed during the recruiting process, taking into consideration seniority and responsibilities within the role.

AYES is a Switzerland-based Engineering and Technology consulting company headquartered in Baden. Our core business spans multiple industrial sectors including Automotive, Aerospace, Space & Defense, Railway, Energy, and Life Sciences.

With a strong focus on engineering excellence and innovation, AYES supports clients across Switzerland, Europe, and the United States, delivering advanced R&D and technical services.

Our teams work closely with leading aerospace organizations to develop high-quality engineering documentation that supports aircraft development, certification, and maintenance operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Systems Engineer activities for ATA 38 Water Waste System and ATA 26 Fire Protection Equipment on next-generation aircraft platforms.
• Capture and verify system requirements and produce technical requirements documentation.
• Ensure verification and compliance with FAR/EASA-CS Part 23 regulations.
• Prepare Certification Engineering Reports for submission to EASA.
• Provide technical management of vendor development projects.
• Define specifications for small electrical actuators for aircraft doors.

Our Ideal Candidate Should Have

• University degree in Aeronautical, Mechanical, or Mechatronics Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in aerospace mechanical systems in development, integration, and certification.
• Proven experience in systems development engineering for one or more aircraft systems.
• Knowledge of electrical integration is a plus.
• Strong data analysis and reporting skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Good command of English is mandatory; knowledge of German is an advantage.

If you are a detail-oriented communicator with a passion for technical precision and wish to join a growing international engineering company with exciting opportunities in Europe and the USA, then… SAY YES AND GROW WITH AYES!

Apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.