Electrical Systems Engineer (EWIS)
Anavia AG specializes in the design, development, and manufacturing of vertical take‑off & landing (VTOL) systems up to 500 kilograms. We offer industry‑leading unmanned helicopter systems for Surveillance & Reconnaissance, Inspection, Mapping & Cargo missions.
Location: 8752 Näfels (GL)
Workload: 80% – 100%
Employment start: By agreement
Employment duration: Permanent
Responsibilities
* Design and develop electrical wiring interconnection systems, including wire harnesses, cable assemblies, and connector systems.
* Perform wire gauge calculations, voltage‑drop analysis, and current‑carrying capacity assessments.
* Select appropriate wiring materials, connectors, terminals, and protective components based on environmental and performance requirements.
* Develop grounding and bonding schemes to ensure electrical safety and EMC compliance.
* Create detailed harness assembly drawings, wire lists, and manufacturing documentation.
* Develop installation procedures and tooling for wire harness assembly and aircraft installation.
* Ensure proper wire support, strain relief, and protection from chafing, vibration, and environmental hazards.
* Coordinate wire routing through bulkheads, fairings, and structural members while maintaining adequate bend radius and clearances.
* Support prototype builds and production installations with hands‑on technical guidance; verify proper installation of EWIS components.
* Develop and execute test plans for EWIS continuity, insulation resistance, and functional testing.
Support fault isolation and troubleshooting of electrical system issues.
* Ensure designs comply with aerospace standards, including DO‑160, SAE AS50881, MIL‑DTL‑38999, and FAA AC 21‑99(0).
* Create and maintain detailed technical documentation: wiring diagrams, harness drawings, installation manuals, parts lists, interconnect diagrams, work instructions, quality control procedures, and inspection criteria.
* Coordinate with manufacturing and quality teams to optimize harness producibility and reduce assembly time.
* Interface with suppliers for wire, connectors, and protective components procurement.
Qualifications
* Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field; Master’s degree is a plus.
* Minimum 3–5 years of proven EWIS design, wire harness development, or aerospace electrical systems experience.
* Experience with aircraft wiring systems, UAV and GCS electrical integration, or aerospace manufacturing.
* Hands‑on experience with wire harness assembly, installation, and testing.
* Strong understanding of electrical wiring principles, wire sizing, and circuit protection.
* Proficiency with electrical CAD tools for harness design (e.g., Capital Harness, CATIA Electrical Workbench).
* Proven experience with connector systems and termination techniques.
* Knowledge of EMC/EMI principles and wire segregation requirements.
* Familiarity with electrical testing equipment including multimeters, continuity and hipot testers.
* Knowledge of wire protection methods: braiding, conduit, heat‑shrink, cable ties.
* Experience with composite aircraft structures and associated EWIS installation challenges.
* Hands‑on problem‑solving skills; ability to support design and production activities.
* Knowledge of regulatory frameworks and aerospace wiring standards (SAE AS50881, FAA AC 21‑99(0), DO‑160).
* Knowledge of lightning protection and HIRF protection requirements.
* Knowledge of automotive or aerospace quality standards (AS9100, ISO 9001).
* Excellent communication skills; ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
* English: Good oral and written skills. German desirable.
* Up to 25% international travel required.
Additional Requirements
This position is open only to candidates holding a valid Swiss Working Permit, EU nationals, or Swiss nationals.
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