Électronicien/-ne avionique

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repair work on electrical and electronic systems of PC-6 and PC-7 aircraft and EC-635 and SP/SC helicopters
• Ensure flight readiness, conduct intermediate checks, and restore systems; handle aircraft handovers and takeovers
• Serve as a specialized instructor to transfer technical knowledge during training courses
• Participate in various tasks at the airbase (e.g., on-call duty for accidents, runway inspections, parachute folding)
• Provide support during foreign missions and work outside regular hours as needed

Requirements

• Higher professional education in a technical field or completed apprenticeship as an electronics technician, electrical technician, or equivalent; strong interest in avionics and technological advancements
• Category B driver’s license required; Category C and E licenses desirable
• Good computer skills are an advantage
• Responsibility, team spirit, customer orientation, independence, and precision in work
• Good physical condition and psychological stability to undergo survival training (water and land crash simulations)
• Proficiency in a second national language and English

About the role

The Locarno Air Base Command ensures the operational readiness of Swiss Air Force propeller aircraft and helicopters. You will work daily in a cutting-edge technological environment, applying your expertise while pursuing your passion for aviation.

Benefits

• Contributing to Switzerland’s success and the well-being of its population
• Promoting diversity and equal opportunities to leverage varied skills and perspectives
• Support and counseling for physical and mental health
• Meaningful work in service of national security and freedom

About the employer

The Operations Command (cdmt Op) oversees all military operations and engagements of the Swiss Armed Forces, including the Air Force, Ground Forces, four territorial divisions, SWISSINT Competence Center, Special Forces Command, and Military Police. Approximately 40% of its 2,500 employees work in civilian roles, ranging from engineers to aircraft mechanics. The Swiss Armed Forces employ over 9,000 personnel across four military professions and around 200 civilian professions at 110 sites nationwide, also offering apprenticeships in over 30 trades.

For more information about working for the Swiss Armed Forces, visit armee.ch/avantages.

For questions about the position, contact Diego Stacchi, Flight Service Support Manager, at +41 58 48 12419.