Team Leader Avionics AFCS

Kopter Group AG specializes in the development, production, commercialization and support of a new generation of helicopters. It is based in the Zurich region and currently employs 250 people. Its first model, the single turbine SH09, offers the highest standards of safety, comfort and performance, coupled with low operating costs. Additionally, it provides the largest cabin/cargo volumes, outstanding modularity and the latest generation of electronic systems. Built for the most demanding missions, the SH09 helicopter is generating an excellent market response.

Your responsibilities

• Technical focal point for the AFCS testing and in flight tuning


• Responsible for the AFCS activities related to requirement specification, project development and System Validation and Verification


• Automatic Flight Control System requirement elicitation and specification 


• Primary Flight Control System and UM (Flight Control Upper Modes) offline control law shaping and in flight fine-tuning


•  Control law design to improve aircraft handling qualities according to ADS33 requirements 


• Design, development and flight testing of SAR autopilot functions


• Definition of AFCS Performance Flight Test Plan & Report


•  Requirement elicitation and specification, using specific tools for requirement 


• System design of autopilot control laws for basic and advanced functionality


• Flight data analysis for problems investigation and optimization of helicopter’s dynamic and handling qualities 


• Automatic Flight Control System (AFCS) performance flight test proposal and report definition to demonstrate the compliance with normative requirements


• AFCS performance flight test report discussion with European Aviation Safety Agency


• Lead an Engineering Team


• Provide technical leadership across the multi-disciplinary team
  

Your qualifications

• Hold a university degree in aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, or equivalent


• Relevant engineering experience with Automatic Flight Control System, electronic Hardware & Software qualification


• Knowledge of aircraft integration standards and certification process


• Good English language skills, both verbal and in writing


• Proven Leadership and management skills


• Good team player skills, self-driven attitude and the ability to work to fixed deadlines

We address an independent specialist with distinctive analytical skills, who wants to take an active role within a small team of engineers. The ideal candidate likes to have contacts with internal and external customers, is able to assume increased responsibility and has a sane portion of assertiveness.

If you are willing to take part in creating the next generation of helicopters in a highly collaborative environment, then you are the right one for our team!

Our offer

We can offer a unique job opportunity in an entrepreneurial environment with ample opportunity to greatly develop your aviation know how, with like-minded experts.
Our offices in Wetzikon, offer spectacular views of the Swiss mountains, from our large rooftop terrace, fully equipped with a large BBQ and Foosball table. Every floor offers chill out rooms with free coffee for the caffeine addicted. With more than 21 nationalities, we all thrive in the truly global, innovative and fast paced atmosphere that is Kopter.

Your next step

Have we inspired you to take the next step? If so, please submit a complete application in English, not forgetting to including the following documents:

• Cover letter


• CV


• Diplomas


• Employment references

Unfortunately, we can only accept applications from
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