Systems Engineer

Lead the development of system architecture and integration for advanced UAV platforms while ensuring performance, compliance, and successful end-to-end system delivery., * Define and maintain the overall aircraft system architecture, ensuring seamless integration of all subsystems

• Perform functional decomposition of aircraft systems including avionics, propulsion, guidance and control systems, and payload integration
• Develop and manage top-level system requirements with full traceability to subsystem requirements and mission objectives
• Provide oversight of Verification & Validation (V&V) planning and execution to ensure compliance with system-level requirements and industry standards
• Lead interface management across mechanical, avionics, software, and payload subsystems
• Ensure compliance with UAV regulations and certification standards including SC Light UAS and applicable aviation requirements
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, testing, and operations teams throughout the complete UAV development lifecycle
• Guide and mentor junior system engineers while fostering a strong systems engineering culture
• Create, maintain, and update systems engineering documentation including architecture models, interface control documents, requirement specifications, and design rationale
• Participate in risk assessments, safety analysis, and airworthiness activities to support robust and compliant system designs
• Support cross-functional teams and international projects while ensuring high engineering standards and quality throughout development

Do you have experience in Systems engineering?, Do you have a Master's degree?, * Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace, Aeronautical, Systems, or Mechanical Engineering

• 10+ years of experience in aerospace or UAV systems engineering with strong expertise in system architecture, requirements management, and Verification & Validation
• Proven experience leading systems engineering teams and defining aircraft system architectures
• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks including SC Light UAS, CS-27, and aerospace certification environments
• Experience with requirements management tools such as DOORS, Jama, Polarion, or similar platforms
• Familiarity with systems engineering standards including INCOSE, ISO 15288, and ARP4754A
• Strong knowledge of Verification & Validation planning, system testing, integration activities, and systems engineering processes
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities with the ability to balance technical rigor and practical engineering constraints
• Strong attention to detail and ability to produce high-quality technical documentation
• Proactive mindset with the ability to drive system-level decisions and identify technical risks early
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams and regulatory authorities
• Professional English language skills (written and spoken); German is desirable
• Eligibility to work in Switzerland (Swiss or EU citizenship required)