Chief Engineer Flight Physics

TN Switzerland; Wetzikon; Vor Ort; CHF 90’000 - 150’000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Engineering Flight Physics Manager to lead a dynamic team in the development of cutting-edge rotorcraft technologies. This role involves providing technical leadership, managing flight physics activities, and ensuring compliance with certification standards. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in rotorcraft flight physics, a strong background in aerospace engineering, and a passion for innovation. Join a forward-thinking organization that offers a collaborative environment and opportunities for professional growth while contributing to the future of aviation.

Qualifikationen

• 10+ years of experience in rotorcraft flight physics domains.
• 3+ years of leadership experience in aerospace engineering.

Aufgaben

• Lead and mentor a multi-disciplinary team in rotorcraft development.
• Coordinate flight physics model development and validation.

Kenntnisse

Rotorcraft Flight Physics

CS 27/29

Aircraft and Component Flight Tests

Leadership

English (C1)

Ausbildung

University degree in Aerospace Engineering

Tools

Camrad

FlightLab

Nastran

Jobbeschreibung

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As part of Leonardo, Kopter currently develops the AW09, a next generation single-engine helicopter that offers the largest cabin and cargo hold in its category, increased modularity and modern electronic systems. The AW09 delivers latest safety standards as well as more performance and comfort at low operating costs.
Kopter is set to become Leonardo’s Centre of Excellence for new light helicopters and an incubator of new technologies, contributing to the development of hybrid and electrical propulsion systems. Kopter’s 320 talented team members are primarily based in Switzerland, near Zurich and in Mollis (Canton of Glarus).

The aim of this position is to manage all Engineering Flight Physics activities related to the domains of Aerodynamic, Loads, Dynamics, Performance, Flight Mechanics, Noise and Weight & Balance of Helicopters.

Responsibilities:
►Provide technical leadership and mentorship across the multi-disciplinary team to support the development of Rotors, Transmission, Airframe Structures, Airframe systems and Avionics
►Develop and perform overall technical planning and provide airworthiness verification support
►Work closely with engineering leadership (Head of Departments) and other subjects matter experts for the review and approval of engineering design solutions
►Coordinate:

1. Flight physics in-house models/tools development in addition with standard tools (Camrad, FlightLab, Nastran,..) for simulating physical phenomena specific to Aircraft
2. Model validation process in line with CS27 requirements
3. Aircraft level flight physics specifications/technical data activity
4. Compliance demonstration (Type Certification) documents

►Facilitate the continuous improvement of a rapid-turn design-to specification process

Minimum Requirements:
► University degree in Aerospace Engineering
► Proficient knowledge in:

1. Rotorcraft Flight physics domains, minimum 10 years
2. CS 27/29
3. Aircraft and component Flight and Ground tests
4. Aircraft qualification and certification, preferably in civil domain
5. Aircraft in-service experience

►Experience in analyzing and coordinating simulation, test data-model validation activity
►Minimum 3 years of Leadership experience
►English, minimum C1 (verbal & written)

Our offer:
We are offering an exciting job opportunity in an entrepreneurial environment with room to grow in every dimension.

Your next step:
If you are interested, please submit your complete application documents in English including the following attachments:

Please note, that this job is only open to candidates holding a valid Swiss Working Permit/ EU Nationals/ Swiss Nationals.

Department of Engineering located in CH-8620 Wetzikon