ANAVIA, a Swiss high-tech multinational, specialises in the design, development and manufacture of vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) systems of up to 750 kilograms. We offer industry-leading unmanned helicopter systems for a variety of missions and applications.
We are growing our team!
We are seeking an UAV Airworthiness and Certification Expert to support the development and continuous improvement of internal processes and manuals, ensure compliance with airworthiness requirements and enable certification and operational approvals for UAV systems.
Key Tasks
* Lead and coordinate operational approval and certification activities for UAV platforms, ensuring compliance with FOCA, EASA, and national UAS regulations.
* Develop, manage, and maintain approval plans, including preparation and submission of required documentation to regulatory authorities.
* Support cross‑functional teams in ensuring approval compliance from concept to operation.
* Conduct and support system safety assessments, hazard analyses, and risk evaluations per industry standards.
* Oversee and participate in pre‑flight and flight‑test programs to validate compliance.
* Stay current with evolving UAS regulations and standards; provide expert guidance and training to internal teams.
* Act as the primary liaison with regulatory authorities, certification bodies, and notified entities.
* Lead or support investigations related to airworthiness or regulatory compliance.
* Work independently and responsibly. Perform tasks as described above.
* Ensure compliance with ANAVIA’s employment contract, safety instructions, and employee safety requirements, and with the company’s quality manual, work instructions, and corresponding process specifications.
* International travel may require up to 25% of working hours.
Qualifications
* Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace, Aeronautical, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
* Experience or strong academic/project background in operational authorization, certification, or safety for UAVs or manned aircraft.
* Strong understanding of EASA UAS regulations.
* Experience with certification plans, compliance matrices, and operational approvals.
* Proven knowledge of risk assessment methodologies such as SORA (Specific Operations Risk Assessment).
* Familiarity with safety and design assurance standards (ARP‑4754, DO‑178C, DO‑254, ISO 9001, ISO 21384).
* Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with exceptional attention to detail in documentation.
* Excellent knowledge of UAV systems, avionics, propulsion, and control systems.
* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills; comfortable working with regulators and cross‑functional teams.
* Proactive, self‑motivated, and able to lead or independently manage certification activities.
* High integrity and safety mindset; skilled at assessing risks and making sound technical decisions.
* Ability to guide and mentor junior engineers in airworthiness and certification processes.
* Strong documentation, reporting, and regulatory submission skills.
* Good language skills in English (oral and written). German desirable.
Benefits
* Work on exciting projects with plenty of room to grow.
* Benefit from continuous learning, professional development, and support for further training.
* Celebrate shared achievements through team events and a strong sense of community.
* Enjoy a stunning Swiss mountain view from our modern offices in Näfels and Bilten, Glarus Nord.
Be part of something extraordinary — your journey with ANAVIA starts here.
Please note that this position is open only to candidates who hold a valid Swiss work permit, EU nationality, or Swiss citizenship.
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