Responsibilities
Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, fault diagnosis and corrective actions on Link16 ground system, MIDS units and associated ICT equipment.
Lead root‑cause analysis for hardware, software, radio communication, networking, timing, interoperability and system performance issues
Define corrective actions and coordinate technical solutions with suppliers, OEMs, subcontractors and internal engineering teams.
Carry out system engineering activities related to operation, maintenance, upgrades, configuration management, obsolescence management and lifecycle support
Integrate new or upgraded datalink components into ground platforms, test environments and command‑and‑control systems
Maintain system configuration baselines, manage part‑level and system‑level obsolescence and support lifecycle upgrades to ensure continued operational availability and compliance with STANAG5516 / MIL‑STD‑6016.
Support firmware/software upgrades, hardware modifications, security patches, capability enhancements and integration activities
Participate in occasional trips abroad for supplier meetings, joint test campaigns, technical coordination or specialised training
Qualifications
Master's degree preferred in telecommunications, communications engineering, electrical engineering, aerospace engineering
Minimum bachelor's degree in one of the above fields, combined with 5+ years of relevant professional experience
Background in telecommunications, ideally including radio communication, data transmission, secure communications, networking, RF systems or tactical communication systems
Experience in maintenance, system support, integration, verification, validation, troubleshooting or lifecycle management of complex technical systems
Experience in ICT system administration on linux and/or windows systems.
Interest in or knowledge of tactical datalinks, especially Link 16, MIDS, STANAG 5516, MIL-STD-6016, J‑series messages, tactical networking, interoperability or secure military communications
Experience in avionics, defense systems, aerospace systems, C2/C4I/C5I systems or mission‑critical communication systems is an advantage
Ability to analyse faults, isolate root causes, define corrective actions and document technical findings
Structured, reliable, analytical and solution‑oriented working style
Strong documentation skills and ability to work in a regulated, security‑sensitive environment
Fluent German and English, both spoken and written; French is a plus
Willingness to travel regularly within Switzerland and occasionally abroad
Swiss citizenship is required, and the candidate must be eligible for a Swiss security clearance.
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