Aircraft Mechanic

Alpnach \| 80-100% What you can contribute <br /> • Perform maintenance and overhaul work (understand technical documentation in English, level A2) on AS332M1 Super Puma, AS532UL Cougar and EC135/635 aircraft types, maintenance level A • Ensure flight preparation, perform intermediate checks, restore systems, return aircraft to pilots and take them back after flight • Execute work as an on-board mechanic and perform an aerial rescue standby service • Participate in rescue engagements abroad in case of disaster as well as in humanitarian aid and peacekeeping operations • Fulfill the role of instructor within the framework of specialized instructions and courses intended for the FA <br /> What makes you unique <br /> • Certificate of capacity as a polymechanic or similar basic technical training of a duration of four years • Good physical and mental resilience (with a view to sea or land survival training) • Sense of responsibility and customer service, autonomy, rigor and team spirit • Category B driving license mandatory (or ideally C or E advantageous), good computer skills (MS-Office/SAP desired); basic military instruction (ER) Mandatory • Very good knowledge of at least one official language, other linguistic knowledge welcome <br /> In a few words As the Swiss Air Force competence center for helicopters, the Alpnach Air Base command is responsible for ensuring permanent operational availability. It also offers many interesting positions in a cutting-edge technological field. So that the Swiss Army can permanently accomplish its missions in Switzerland and abroad, we ensure the preparation, maintenance and overhaul of the Super Puma (TH 06), the Cougar (TH 18) and the Eurocopter (EC 635). We provide subsidiary support to rescue services. We also intervene during rescue operations and in case of disaster as well as during humanitarian aid and peacekeeping engagements. What we offer <br /> • 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 questions related to physical or mental health. All benefits (https://www.stelle.admin.ch/stelle/fr/home/bundesverwaltung/ihre-vorteile-auf-einen-blick.html) <br /> 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 the civilian sector, 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 is a wise option that presents many advantages. More information at armee.ch/avantages (https://www.vtg.admin.ch/fr/avantages). Questions about the position Daniel Ziswiler Head of Aircraft Maintenance +41 58 48 18986 Gregor Durrer Deputy +41 58 466 55 86