- Perform structural and aerodynamic load analysis.
- Develop, validate and maintain dynamic and aeroelastic models using CAMRAD II, FLIGHTLAB, Simulink, and NASTRAN.
- Support structural test campaigns including static and dynamic testing, modal analysis, and Ground Vibration Testing (GVT).
- Analyze vibration phenomena and contribute to the design and tuning of dampers and passive/active mitigation solutions.
- Evaluate system stability in both low- and high-frequency domains.
- Ensure compliance with relevant aerospace standards (e.g., DO-160, MIL-STD-810, MIL-A-8866).
- Support flight and ground test activities, including instrumentation definition and data analysis.
- Interface with control systems engineers to integrate loads and dynamics considerations into flight control strategy.
- Prepare technical documentation, presentations, and reports for internal use and qualification purposes.
Flight Physics Engineer (Loads & Dynamics)
ANAVIA Bilten, ANAVIA Näfels
Full-time
Permanent employee
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Qualifications
- MSc or PhD in Aerospace Engineering or related field, with a specialization in flight dynamics, structural dynamics, or aeroelasticity.
- Hands-on experience with structural testing (static and dynamic), GVT, and vibration analysis.
- Proficiency with engineering software such as MATLAB, Simulink, FLIGHTLAB, CAMRAD II, and NASTRAN.
- Strong understanding of helicopter aeromechanics, aeroelastic phenomena, and structural loads methodology.
- Familiarity with aerospace certification standards including DO-160 and relevant MIL-STD documents.
- Experience in analyzing damping strategies and system stability for rotorcrafts.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively across disciplines.
- Fluent in English (written and spoken). German desirable.
- Eligibility: Swiss or EU citizens only.
- Location: On-site in Näfels | Bilten, Switzerland.
About us
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.
With a team of highly trained and experienced composite, mechatronics, electronics, maintenance flight test and software engineers and other functional experts, we own and manage the entire value chain – from conceptualisation to final quality manufacturing.
Headquartered in Switzerland with a fully owned business unit in the UAE, we have a reputation for groundbreaking innovation and uncompromising quality that reflects our “Made in Switzerland” heritage. This is reinforced by our robust, all-European supply chain that ensures the highest quality standards, stable, and safe procurement processes for reliable manufacturing and delivery.
All of our systems and sub-systems are free of ITAR restrictions.
With a team of highly trained and experienced composite, mechatronics, electronics, maintenance flight test and software engineers and other functional experts, we own and manage the entire value chain – from conceptualisation to final quality manufacturing.
Headquartered in Switzerland with a fully owned business unit in the UAE, we have a reputation for groundbreaking innovation and uncompromising quality that reflects our “Made in Switzerland” heritage. This is reinforced by our robust, all-European supply chain that ensures the highest quality standards, stable, and safe procurement processes for reliable manufacturing and delivery.
All of our systems and sub-systems are free of ITAR restrictions.