Systems Specialist (IT Engineer) Reconnaissance Drone System

Emmen | 80-100%

What you can contribute

• Ensure the operation and maintenance of the complex IT systems of the reconnaissance drone system 15 (ADS15)
• Analyze, plan, and implement short, medium, and long-term strategies to guarantee the availability of IT systems (networks, client/server, image transmission, VoIP, virtualization, etc.)
• Continuously evaluate and analyze IT risks, determine required security measures, and develop the necessary guidelines and prescriptions in this field
• Lead the management of updates, data, and configurations as part of the Overall System Technical Responsibility (OSTR)
• Ensure the design, planning, and implementation of small-scale software solutions and train staff members in the field of IT

What makes you unique

• Degree from a higher education institution (bachelor in computer science / engineering) or equivalent training (information technology or electrical engineering)
• Deep and detailed knowledge regarding networks and IT systems as well as expected developments in this field
• Experience in managing systems on different platforms (mainly Windows, Linux, embedded systems)
• Ability to deeply evaluate complex IT-related problems from different angles (security/risks, technical, organization, needs, and finances), to set priorities, to develop, and to ensure the follow-up of phased solutions
• Analytical and systemic way of thinking, pronounced ability to work in a team and to cooperate
• Written and oral knowledge in a second official language and excellent knowledge of English

In a few words

Help us design the digital availability of tomorrow: leverage your systems expertise to guarantee the operation and development of the complex IT systems of our large-scale aerial reconnaissance assets.
As the engagement base of the Swiss Air Force, the Emmen/Dübendorf Air Base Command is responsible for the AF systems at its sites and has the mission of operating and maintaining military aircraft (manned or unmanned). Join us and become a strong link in this technical and dynamic discipline of aviation.

What we offer

• Working for Switzerland We are committed to the success of the Swiss model and to the well-being of the population.
• Diversity in everyday life We ensure equal opportunities, which allows us to deploy our skills and express different points of view.
• Health at work We assist and advise our employees on all matters related to physical or mental health.

All benefits (https://www.stelle.admin.ch/stelle/fr/home/bundesverwaltung/ihre-vorteile-auf-einen-blick.html)

Your commitment to security and freedom

The Operations Command (cdmt Op) is responsible for all operations and all military engagements of the Swiss Army. The cdmt Op includes in particular the Air Force, the Land Forces, the four territorial divisions, the SWISSINT Competence Center, the Special Forces Command as well as the Military Police. About 40 % of the approximately 2500 employees are employed in civilian roles, from engineers to analysts to aircraft mechanics.

The Swiss Army employs more than 9000 employees in four military professions and approximately 200 civilian professions, across 110 sites throughout Switzerland. It also ensures succession by training apprentices in more than 30 trades.

Additional information

Working for the Swiss Army makes sense and carries many advantages. To convince yourself, visit armee.ch/avantages (https://www.vtg.admin.ch/fr/avantages).
Applications from placement agencies will not be considered.

Questions about the position

Mathias Bucher
Chef ground operations ADS
+41 58 48 05452