Luftfahrzeugmechaniker/-in — Swiss Armed Forces (VTG)
- Location
- Alpnach
- Contract
- Full-time, Part-time
- Posted
- 23 days ago
Full description
Put to the Point
As a competence center of the Swiss Air Force (LW) in the field of helicopters, the Alpnach Aerodrome Command is responsible for continuous operational readiness and offers numerous interesting jobs in a technologically advanced environment. With the provision, maintenance and repair of the Super Puma (TH 06), Cougar (TH 18) and Eurocopter (EC 635), we ensure the permanent fulfillment of orders for the Swiss Army at home and abroad. In operations and operations for the benefit of blue light organizations, we provide subsidiary support services. We are also involved in disaster and rescue operations, peacekeeping and humanitarian aid.
- Entry date: 01.11.2026
- Type of employment: permanent
- Reference No: JRQ$540-20686
- Location: Eichistrasse 13, 6055 Alpnach
You can make this contribution
- Aircraft types AS332M1 Super Puma, AS532UL Cougar and EC135/635, Maintenance Level A (understand technical documentation in English, maintain and maintain level A2)
- Create flight readiness, perform interim controls and re-establishments of the systems, and hand over and take over aircraft to pilots
- Work as an accompanying mechanic and use in the flight accident pikett
- Participation in foreign missions in disasters, humanitarian and peacekeeping operations
- Participate as a specialist teacher in LW training and courses
This makes them unique.
- Certificate of competence as a polymechanic or similar 4-year basic technical education
- Good physical and psychological condition to carry out survival training in the field of land and sea
- Responsible, team- and customer-oriented, independent and exact working method
- Category B driving licence mandatory (C and E advantageous), good IT knowledge (MS-Office/SAP desired), basic military training (RS) mandatory
- Very good knowledge of an official language, other languages are advantageous
We offer this
- We are committed to the Swiss success model and work for the benefit of the population.
- Thanks to equal opportunities, we develop our skills and bring in different perspectives.
- Healthy at work We support and advise our employees in the field of physical and mental health.
Your commitment to security and freedom The Command Operations (Kdo Op) is responsible for all military operations and operations of the Swiss Army. The Kdo Op includes the Luftwaffe, the Army, the four territorial divisions, the SWISSINT Competence Center, the Special Forces Command and the Military Police. Around 40% of the approximately 2,500 employees are civil employees – from engineers to aircraft mechanics to analysts.
The Swiss Army employs more than 9,000 people in four military and around 200 civilian occupations – at 110 locations throughout Switzerland. The next generation is also taken care of: The Swiss Army trains learners in more than 30 professions.
Additional information
Employing the Swiss army makes sense and brings many advantages. Convince yourself ofarmee.ch/advantages.
Women are still underrepresented in our administrative unit. Your applications are therefore particularly welcome.
Questions about this listing
What salary does Swiss Armed Forces (VTG) offer for this role?
The original listing does not state a salary. Our estimate for this role and sector in Alpnach is CHF 69'500 - 106'000 gross per year — an estimate, not a figure communicated by Swiss Armed Forces (VTG). The calculator on this site converts a gross salary into your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does Swiss Armed Forces (VTG) offer?
This listing is a full-time and part-time position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with Swiss Armed Forces (VTG) during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Obwalden?
EU/EFTA citizens living in an EU/EFTA state can apply for a G permit and can work anywhere in Switzerland: border zones no longer apply to them, and they must return home at least once a week. The Swiss employer files the request with Canton Obwalden's migration office after the contract is signed. Processing times vary by canton, so confirm the specifics with Obwalden's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
How do I apply for this position at Swiss Armed Forces (VTG)?
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