Mission & Performance Analysis Engineer

Anavia AG; Bilten; On-site; CHF 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Anavia AG is seeking an Aerospace Engineer to work on-site in Bilten, Switzerland. The role involves simulating and evaluating mission scenarios, analyzing flight test data, and supporting mission planning tools. Candidates should have an MSc in Aerospace Engineering, strong skills in flight mechanics, and experience with simulation tools like MATLAB and FlightLab. Good English is required; German is desirable. Only Swiss or EU citizens will be considered.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of flight mechanics and aircraft performance.
• Experience with flight simulation and analysis tools.
• Solid skills in data analysis and scripting.
• Ability to interpret and work with simulation models.

Responsibilities

• Simulate and evaluate mission scenarios using flight mechanics.
• Assess aircraft performance and operational limits.
• Analyze flight test and simulation data.
• Support the development of mission planning tools.

Skills

Flight mechanics

Aircraft performance

Data analysis

MATLAB

Python

Flight simulation tools

Education

MSc in Aerospace Engineering

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

FlightLab

XPlane

Job description

Your mission

• Simulate and evaluate mission scenarios using flight mechanics and performance models.
• Assess aircraft performance, efficiency, and operational limits across the flight envelope
• Analyze flight test and simulation data to evaluate aircraft behavior, energy consumption, and mission KPIs
• Support the development of mission planning tools and flight envelope visualization
• Interpret results from flight dynamics models (e.g., FlightLab, MATLAB) to extract actionable insights
• Track and manage aircraft mass properties using a structured weight breakdown, including weight maturity (Estimated / Calculated / Actual) and center of gravity calculations.
• Identify and provide relevant performance and dynamics data to support FCS and autopilot functions, including:
  • Performance limits and operational boundaries
  • Mass properties and aircraft configurations
  • Aerodynamic and stability-related characteristics
  • Ensure consistency between flight physics models, mission analysis, and control system needs
  • Support simulation-in-the-loop (SIL) and integrated validation activities
  • Contribute to trajectory optimization and contingency scenario definition
  • Document assumptions, analyses, and recommendations for system and mission improvements

Your profile

• MSc in Aerospace Engineering or a related field.
• Strong understanding of flight mechanics and aircraft performance.
• Experience with flight simulation and analysis tools (e.g., MATLAB/Simulink, FlightLab, XPlane or similar).
• Solid skills in data analysis and scripting (e.g., MATLAB, Python).
• Ability to interpret and work with simulation models and engineering data.
• Understanding of flight control system principles and data needs.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Language:Good language skills in English (oral and written). German desirable.
• Eligibility:Swiss or EU citizens only.
• Location:On-site in Näfels | Bilten, Switzerland.