ANAVIA specializes in the design, development & manufacturing of vertical take-off & landing (VTOL) systems of up to 500 kilograms. The company offers industry leading unmanned helicopter systems for various mission profiles, such as Surveillance & Reconnaissance, Inspection or Mapping & Cargo.
We are growing our team!
Join us as a Configuration Management Engineer and help ensure the integrity, traceability, and compliance of our aircraft products throughout their lifecycle. Be at the center of engineering, manufacturing, and certification activities that keep innovation flying.
Product Configuration Management
* Establish and maintain product configuration baselines for aircraft systems, subsystems, and components.
* Manage Engineering Change Proposals, Orders, and Requests from approval to implementation.
* Control engineering drawings, specifications, technical data packages, and product documentation releases.
* Maintain accurate Bills of Materials, parts lists, and product structure hierarchies.
* Ensure traceability between requirements, design data, test records, and as‑built configurations.
Change Management & Control
* Lead Configuration Control Boards (CCBs). Evaluate proposed changes for technical impact, cost, schedule, certification, and regulatory implications.
* Coordinate change implementation across engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, quality, and maintenance organizations.
* Manage engineering deviations and approvals.
* Track efficiency of changes across units.
Aviation Regulatory Compliance & Certification
* Ensure configuration management processes comply with aviation regulations and airworthiness requirements.
* Support FAA, EASA, and other regulatory authority certification activities, including compliance reports.
* Maintain conformity records to support continued airworthiness.
* Provide support for audits, internal and external configuration management assessments, and all required documentation for these activities.
Systems & Tools Management
* Support Product Lifecycle Management system (e.g. Teamcenter).
* Integrate configuration data with ERP systems (e.g. SAP) for manufacturing and supply chain.
* Utilize requirements management tools (e.g. Polarion) to maintain traceability.
* Generate configuration reports, metrics, and dashboards for program management.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
* Interface with engineering, manufacturing, quality assurance, flight test, certification, and program management teams.
* Coordinate with suppliers on configuration requirements and changes.
* Support manufacturing with As Designed and As‑Built configuration management.
Qualifications
* Education: Bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related technical field.
* Experience: Proven experience managing product configurations for aircraft, helicopters, UAVs, or aerospace systems. Hands‑on experience with engineering change processes and Configuration Control Boards a must. Minimum 3 years of configuration management experience in the aerospace or aviation industry preferred. Experience supporting aviation certification programs (FAA/EASA) a plus.
* Skills: Foundational knowledge of configuration management principles, processes, and best practices. Knowledge of engineering drawing standards (ASME Y14.5, ISO standards) a must. Proficiency with PLM and ERP systems integration for BOM management is a must. Working understanding aircraft systems, structures, avionics, and propulsion systems a must. Understanding of aviation regulations, a plus. Familiarity with requirements management and traceability tools preferred.
* Communication: Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills. Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively in cross‑functional teams. Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
* Language: Good language skills in English (oral and written). German desirable.
Become part of the ANAVIA Family, and join a passionate and international team where collaboration and innovation drive everything we do.
* Work on exciting projects with plenty of room to grow in every direction.
* 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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