About the Company
ANAVIA specializes in the design, development, and manufacturing of vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) systems weighing up to 500 kilograms. Our company offers industry-leading unmanned helicopter systems tailored for various mission profiles, including Surveillance & Reconnaissance, Inspection, Mapping, and Cargo.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Computer Engineering, Mechatronics, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field. A Master's degree or advanced degree is preferred.
- Experience: Hands-on experience programming for microcontrollers in real-time embedded environments, preferably within the aviation, space, or autonomous systems industry.
- Safety-Critical Systems: Familiarity with DO-178C or equivalent safety-critical software development standards. Experience supporting or leading software certification activities is a strong plus.
- Programming & Software Development: Expert-level proficiency in C for embedded real-time systems. Strong understanding of real-time operating systems (RTOS). Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python or Bash for test automation and tooling.
- Protocols: Deep knowledge of embedded communication protocols: CAN, UART, SPI, I2C, USB, Serial. Experience with network protocols (Ethernet, UDP/TCP) in embedded contexts.
- Communication: Excellent technical communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain complex concepts to cross-functional teams.
- Language: Proficient in English (oral and written), with German as a desirable additional language.
- Eligibility: Swiss or EU Nationals only.
- Location: On-site in Näfels | Bilten, Switzerland.
Key Responsibilities
- Control Software: Design and implement mission-critical low-level control software for UAV components, ensuring deterministic real-time performance.
- Communication Systems: Develop and maintain communication protocols to ensure all UAV components communicate safely and reliably.
- Real-Time Performance: Optimize software performance for real-time operating systems where timing constraints are critical to flight safety and vehicle behavior.
- Testing Framework: Implement comprehensive test strategies at all levels (unit, integration, system) to thoroughly verify functionality, performance, and safety requirements.
- Standards Compliance: Develop software in accordance with DO-178C (or equivalent safety-critical software standards) and support certification activities throughout the development lifecycle.
- Code Reviews: Lead and participate in design and code reviews to ensure software quality and adherence to coding standards.
- System Architecture: Contribute to system-level software architecture decisions and requirements definition.
- Rapid Prototyping: Support rapid prototyping activities alongside production development to validate concepts and iterate quickly.
- Process Enhancement: Incorporate industry best practices into development workflows, including modern CI/CD practices and automated testing strategies.
Competencies & Duties
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with flight control, hardware, test bench, and design engineering teams to integrate, debug, and optimize embedded systems.
- Full Lifecycle Ownership: Take end-to-end responsibility from requirements definition through implementation, integration, validation, and transition to production.
- Compliance: Adhere to ANAVIA’s employment contract and comply with the company’s safety instructions, employee safety requirements, and quality manual along with corresponding process specifications and instructions.
- International Travel: Travel may be required for up to 25% of employee working hours.
Become Part of the ANAVIA Family
A committed and international team is waiting for you! Join us for exciting projects and discover opportunities for growth in all dimensions. We offer support for training and professional development, along with team events to celebrate our successes together. Enjoy a beautiful office with breathtaking Swiss mountain views in Näfels, Glarus Nord.
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