Design and develop innovative mechanical systems for advanced unmanned helicopter platforms, focusing on structural performance, reliability, and aerospace engineering excellence.

Your Role & Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical systems for unmanned helicopters, including structural components, landing gear, propulsion systems, and control mechanisms
• Contribute to the design and development of composite structures or rotating machinery components such as rotor heads, turbines, and propellers
• Apply expertise in composite materials to optimize weight, strength, and durability of aerospace components
• Perform mechanical analysis and simulations, including hand calculations and simplified finite element analysis (FEA), to evaluate structural integrity and performance
• Support the design and testing of rotating systems while ensuring reliability, vibration control, and mechanical performance
• Conduct dynamic load assessments and fatigue analysis for rotor systems and gas turbine components
• Collaborate with manufacturing and testing teams to build prototypes and execute validation testing activities
• Ensure designs meet performance, safety, and operational requirements through testing and verification processes
• Prepare and maintain engineering documentation including design specifications, testing procedures, and maintenance documentation
• Work closely with electrical, aerodynamic, and software engineering teams to ensure integrated system performance
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, safety regulations, and internal quality requirements
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by applying advancements and best practices in mechanical engineering and UAV technologies
• Support international projects and travel as required

Required Technical & Professional Expertise

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field with a minimum of 3 years of industry experience (Master’s degree with 2+ years considered equivalent)
• Proven experience in mechanical engineering, preferably within the manned helicopter, UAV, or aerospace industry
• Hands-on experience with either composite structures or rotating machinery and mechanical components is required
• Strong understanding of mechanical design principles, materials science, and manufacturing processes
• Proficiency with CAD software, preferably CREO, and mechanical simulation tools
• Knowledge of structural analysis, mechanical simulations, and engineering calculations
• Strong analytical, technical, and problem-solving capabilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams
• Good English language skills (written and spoken); German is desirable
• Eligibility to work in Switzerland (Swiss or EU citizenship required)