System Engineer / System Engineeress

Anavia AG - April 17, 2026

About the Company

ANAVIA specializes in the design, development, and manufacturing of vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) systems with payload capacities of up to 500 kilograms. Our company provides industry-leading unmanned helicopter systems tailored for a variety of mission profiles, including Surveillance & Reconnaissance, Inspection, Mapping, and Cargo.

Position Overview

As a System Engineer, you will play a crucial role in defining, analyzing, and managing the system requirements for our unmanned helicopter projects. Your collaboration with cross-functional teams will ensure that all requirements align with project objectives and regulatory standards, thereby driving the successful development of our systems.

Your Main Tasks

  • Requirements Definition: Collaborate with stakeholders to gather, document, and clearly define system requirements for unmanned helicopter systems.
  • Requirements Analysis: Analyze and prioritize requirements to ensure they meet project goals and comply with relevant regulations and standards.
  • Requirements Management: Maintain a requirements traceability matrix to track changes and ensure compliance throughout the system lifecycle.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with engineering teams, including design, software, and testing, to communicate requirements and ensure effective implementation.
  • Verification and Validation: Develop and execute verification and validation plans to ensure that system requirements are fulfilled through testing and analysis.
  • Risk Assessment: Identify and assess potential risks associated with requirements.
  • Continuous Improvement: Stay informed about industry trends and advancements in requirements engineering, applying best practices to enhance processes and workflows.

What We Are Looking For

  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field; a master’s degree is a plus.
  • Experience: Proven experience in data analysis, preferably within the aerospace or UAV industry; familiarity with flight data analysis is advantageous.
  • Skills: Strong analytical abilities and excellent technical understanding.
  • Communication: Very good communication skills, high social skills, and the ability to convey complex technical concepts effectively.

Become Part of the ANAVIA Family

A committed and international team is waiting for you!

  • Exciting projects and opportunities for growth in every dimension.
  • Support for training and opportunities for personal and professional development.
  • Team events where we celebrate our successes together.
  • A beautiful office with a stunning view of the Swiss mountains in Näfels, Glarus Nord.

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

Location : Näfels
Country : Switzerland

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