Flight Physics Engineer (Loads & Dynamics)

About the Company

ANAVIA specializes in the design, development, and manufacturing of vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) systems weighing up to 500 kilograms. The company provides industry-leading unmanned helicopter systems tailored for various mission profiles, including Surveillance & Reconnaissance, Inspection, Mapping, and Cargo.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform structural and aerodynamic load analysis.
• Develop, validate, and maintain dynamic and aeroelastic models utilizing CAMRAD II, FLIGHTLAB, Simulink, and NASTRAN.
• Support structural test campaigns encompassing static and dynamic testing, modal analysis, and Ground Vibration Testing (GVT).
• Analyze vibration phenomena and assist in the design and tuning of dampers and passive/active mitigation solutions.
• Evaluate system stability across low- and high-frequency domains.
• Ensure compliance with relevant aerospace standards such as DO-160, MIL-STD-810, and MIL-A-8866.
• Support flight and ground test activities, including instrumentation definition and data analysis.
• Collaborate with control systems engineers to integrate loads and dynamics considerations into flight control strategies.
• Prepare technical documentation, presentations, and reports for internal use and qualification purposes.

Your Profile

Qualifications

• MSc or PhD in Aerospace Engineering or a 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 in 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 rotorcraft.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across disciplines.
• Fluency in English (both written and spoken); knowledge of German is desirable.

Join the Anavia Family

A committed and international team is eager to welcome you. Experience exciting projects and opportunities for growth in every dimension, supported by training and avenues for personal and professional development. Enjoy team events celebrating our successes together, all while working in a beautiful office with stunning views of the Swiss mountains in Näfels, Glarus Nord.