Competence Officer PU/EC, IDAS / Avionics

Swiss Armed Forces (VTG) · Bern (VS)
Categoria: admin Contratto: part-time Salario: CHF 49'500 - 75'000

Role overview

Description - Responsible for the operational operation and training of staff in the IDAS area - Create training plans - Train staff of airfield commands including the ammunition part - Integrate tactical aspects into training together with the loadmaster competence officer - Analyze recurring malfunctions and technical problems (understand technical documentation in English, level B1) - Support campaigns both domestically and abroad - Organize internal experience exchange - Participate in the creation and modification of regulations and maintenance records - Substitute the avionics competence officer in the avionics area - Analyze malfunctions of helicopter systems Super Puma/Cougar and EC635 - Contact person for COMSEC ## Requirements - Competence certificate as an electrician or equivalent 4-year technical education - Avionics, helicopter mechanic or aircraft mechanic with experience in the avionics area for helicopters, especially Super Puma/Cougar and EC635, is an advantage - Responsible, team- and customer-oriented, independent, precise working method - Very good IT skills (MS-Office, SAP) - Driving license category B - Military basic training (RS) is an advantage - Very good knowledge of an official language - Knowledge of other languages is an advantage ## What we offer - Work for Switzerland - We advocate for the success model Switzerland and work for the well-being of the population - Lived diversity Thanks to equal opportunities, we develop our competencies and bring in different perspectives - Healthy at work We support and advise our employees in the area of physical and mental health - Your commitment to safety and freedom The Operations Command (Kdo Op) is responsible for all military operations and missions of the Swiss Army - The Kdo Op includes, among others, the Air Force, the Army, the four territorial divisions, the Competence Center SWISSINT, the Special Forces Command and the Military Police - Around 40% of the approximately 2,500 employees are employed in a civilian manner – from engineers to aircraft mechanics and analysts - The Swiss Army employs over 9,000 employees in four military and around 200 civilian professions – and this at 110 locations nationwide - Also for the future is provided: The Swiss Army trains in over 30 professions the learners

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Description

Description - Responsible for the operational operation and training of staff in the IDAS area - Create training plans - Train staff of airfield commands including the ammunition part - Integrate tactical aspects into training together with the loadmaster competence officer - Analyze recurring malfunctions and technical problems (understand technical documentation in English, level B1) - Support campaigns both domestically and abroad - Organize internal experience exchange - Participate in the creation and modification of regulations and maintenance records - Substitute the avionics competence officer in the avionics area - Analyze malfunctions of helicopter systems Super Puma/Cougar and EC635 - Contact person for COMSEC ## Requirements - Competence certificate as an electrician or equivalent 4-year technical education - Avionics, helicopter mechanic or aircraft mechanic with experience in the avionics area for helicopters, especially Super Puma/Cougar and EC635, is an advantage - Responsible, team- and customer-oriented, independent, precise working method - Very good IT skills (MS-Office, SAP) - Driving license category B - Military basic training (RS) is an advantage - Very good knowledge of an official language - Knowledge of other languages is an advantage ## What we offer - Work for Switzerland - We advocate for the success model Switzerland and work for the well-being of the population - Lived diversity Thanks to equal opportunities, we develop our competencies and bring in different perspectives - Healthy at work We support and advise our employees in the area of physical and mental health - Your commitment to safety and freedom The Operations Command (Kdo Op) is responsible for all military operations and missions of the Swiss Army - The Kdo Op includes, among others, the Air Force, the Army, the four territorial divisions, the Competence Center SWISSINT, the Special Forces Command and the Military Police - Around 40% of the approximately 2,500 employees are employed in a civilian manner – from engineers to aircraft mechanics and analysts - The Swiss Army employs over 9,000 employees in four military and around 200 civilian professions – and this at 110 locations nationwide - Also for the future is provided: The Swiss Army trains in over 30 professions the learners

This page consolidates the key details of the listing and presents them in a structured format for cross-border candidates targeting Valais.

Always verify required language, actual office location and application flow before submitting: some positions include international interview steps.

Before applying, compare this role with local cost of living and net salary simulation to assess real take-home sustainability.

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Swiss Armed Forces (VTG) is located in Bern, Canton of Valais. Cross-border workers need a G Permit, renewable annually, to work in Switzerland. The Canton of Valais applies withholding tax at variable rates on gross income, and since 2024 the New Tax Agreement introduces concurrent taxation between Italy and Switzerland.

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