Aircraft Technician (F/A-18) - Payerne

Do you repair a Ferrari engine in the blink of an eye? Are you interested in technology in general? Then a job in the service/maintenance department at RUAG offers you the unique opportunity to work on aircraft and military systems and to contribute to the security of Switzerland. Aircraft Technician (F/A-18) - Payerne 100% Payerne You can move it

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Perform preventive and corrective maintenance activities on F/A-18 and future military aircrafts
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Carry out inspections, functional checks and testing in accordance with technical documentation
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Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and avionics systems
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Execute technical modifications and change orders
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Participate in aircraft preparation and return-to-service activities
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Ensure proper traceability of completed work and maintain maintenance documentation
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Actively contribute to safety, quality and continuous improvement within maintenance operations What you should bring with you
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Completed vocational training in a (electro-)technical field (i.e. Polymechanic, Automation technician, Electromechanical technician or comparable)
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Strong interest in aviation and complex technical systems
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Good (technical) Englishskills a prerequisite (or strong motivation to improve this competence)
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Good command of either French or German; knowledge of a second national language is considered as plus
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Category B driving licence
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Reliable, precise and team-oriented personality with a strong sense of responsibility
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Swiss citizenship (due to military/air force related function) Optional but highly advantegous: previous aviatic and/or military jet related experiences( i.e. EASA Part-66 modules, B1/B2 licenses, SAP or other IT-management systems) Do you not fully meet all the requirements? Apply anyway. We are always looking for talented and motivated people to join our team. We place great emphasis on diversity and equal opportunities and aim to build a versatile team where everyone can fully utilize their personal strengths. In particular, we encourage all people, regardless of gender, who may have concerns about accepting a position in a military-related environment to apply. About the field of activity In the AIR division at RUAG, we are responsible for the maintenance, repair, and modernization of all fighter jets of the Swiss Air Force. As an aircraft technician you will make a crucial contribution to the safety and operational readiness of the entire fleet and thus our own country. Your advantages Salary and fringe benefits It is very important to us that our employees find a healthy balance between their professional and private lives. This is why, among other things, we offer flexible working hours and options for working from home. We offer you a performance-oriented salary in line with the market, 13 months' wages as well as generous premiums and bonuses. Together with additional fringe benefits this makes for an attractive overall package. Flexible work Benefits At RUAG, you benefit from discounts on transportation and meals. You can also take advantage of attractive offers on our benefits portal and receive fleet discounts from a number of well-known car brands. Career and development opportunities We are committed to developing and realizing the potential of our employees. For this reason, we support them in continuously expanding their skills through training, courses and further education so they can achieve their professional goals. Leisure activities We care about our employees. That is why we give them a day off for their birthday, offer a wide range of sports activities and the opportunity to take additional days off with a pay deduction in addition to their annual vacation entitlement. Your point of contact Judith Sattler Talent Acquisition Specialist +41 58 461 76 37