About the Company
ANAVIA specializes in the design, development, and manufacturing of vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) systems weighing up to 500 kilograms. The company offers industry-leading unmanned helicopter systems for various mission profiles, including Surveillance & Reconnaissance, Inspection, Mapping, and Cargo.
Position Overview
As a Structural Analysis and Test Engineer, you will conduct detailed finite element analysis (FEA) to assess the structural integrity of unmanned helicopter components. Your responsibilities will include load and fatigue analyses, analyzing composite and metallic structures, executing structural testing, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure design and performance integration.
Your Main Responsibilities
- Structural Analysis and Simulation: Perform comprehensive finite element analysis (FEA) using tools such as FEMAP, NASTRAN, and ANSYS to evaluate the structural integrity of unmanned helicopter components, including rotor heads, propulsion systems, composite structures, and landing gear.
- Load and Fatigue Analysis: Conduct static, dynamic, vibration, and fatigue analyses to assess performance under operational and extreme load conditions. Evaluate the impact of cyclic loads on rotating machinery and composite materials.
- Composite and Metallic Structures: Analyze composite layups, bonding interfaces, and hybrid metal-composite structures to ensure optimized strength-to-weight ratios and compliance with aerospace standards.
- Test and Correlation: Develop and execute structural testing, incorporating strain gauge instrumentation, accelerometers, and DAQ systems. Correlate test data with FEA predictions to refine models and improve simulation accuracy.
- Documentation: Prepare detailed engineering documentation, including design specifications, testing procedures, and maintenance manuals.
- Collaboration: Work closely with electrical, aerodynamic, and software engineering teams to ensure integrated design and performance of unmanned helicopter systems.
- Compliance Assurance: Ensure mechanical designs adhere to relevant industry standards, safety regulations, and company policies.
- Continuous Improvement: Stay informed about advancements in mechanical engineering and UAV technology, integrating best practices into analysis processes.
Your Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field; a Doctoral degree is equivalent to industry experience.
- Experience: Proven experience in structural analysis, preferably in the manned helicopter industry. Experience with composite structures or rotating machinery and components is essential. Hands-on experience with structural testing is desirable.
- Skills: Strong understanding of finite element principles, materials science, and failure criteria. Proficiency in FEA software (ANSYS and Optistruct preferred) and simulation tools.
- Communication: Excellent communication skills complemented by high social competence and strong analytical and technical understanding.
Join the Anavia Family
A committed and international team is waiting for you. Enjoy exciting projects and opportunities for growth in various dimensions, along with support for training and personal and professional development. We also organize team events to celebrate our collective successes in our beautiful Swiss mountain view office located in Näfels, Glarus Nord.
If you are interested in a multicultural, challenging, and innovative working environment and your profile matches our requirements, please apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.