Head of Military Operations and Regional Aerodromes (80-100%) — Skyguide
- Location
- Dübendorf
- Contract
- other
- Posted
- 2 days ago
Role overview
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Skyguide provides air navigation services in Switzerland and parts of neighbouring countries.
With around 1500 employees from more than 30 nations, we are pursuing an ambitious innovation strategy that is based on a strong safety and learning culture.
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- Skyguide provides air navigation services in Switzerland and parts of neighbouring countries.
Company and context
- Experience working with military organizations and stakeholders would be an advantage.
- Fluent in English, French and German.
- Flair for negotiations, dealing with unions and regulatory authorities.
- Empowerment: You empower others by listening, trusting their abilities, sharing ideas, and giving them the opportunity to make a difference.
- Communication: You adapt your communication style to the context and stakeholders and actively ask for information through relevant questions and active listening.
- Holistic thinking: You view situations as part of a larger system, understanding how changes affect the whole, and approach challenges from multiple angles while considering various options.
- Transformation: You lead by example, inspire others to embrace new approaches, and bring diverse groups together to find common solutions. What we offer:
- We offer flexible working options, depending on the role, and a competitive salary with attractive working conditions and numerous fringe benefits.
- Our employees have access to a wide range of training opportunities to support their growth and development.
- As an equal-opportunity employer, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team, bringing together people of different identities and backgrounds.
Additional details
- Are you interested in finding out more? We want you to join us as a/an
- Your mission: Lead the delivery, safety and performance of Air Traffic Services for military and regional aerodrome operations while driving the modernization of technical infrastructure and ensuring effective governance of quality, safety and financial performance. Air Traffic Services
- Drive operational performance and continuous improvement across all units within the division. Technology Roadmap
- Maintain strong partnerships with civil and military regulators and other relevant stakeholders to ensure alignment and compliance.
- Develop and manage the division's budget in alignment with the COO and ensure activities remain within approved financial targets. Quality Management
- Support internal and external audits and ensure timely implementation of corrective actions.
- Hold safety accountability for all units within the division, including Les Eplatures aerodrome. What we are looking for:
- Transformation: You lead by example, inspire others to embrace new approaches, and bring diverse groups together to find common solutions.
Notes and original content
- Are you interested in finding out more?
- We want you to join us as a/an
- Your mission: Lead the delivery, safety and performance of Air Traffic Services for military and regional aerodrome operations while driving the modernization of technical infrastructure and ensuring effective governance of quality, safety and financial performance.
- Your tasks:
- Air Traffic Services
- Drive operational performance and continuous improvement across all units within the division.
- Technology Roadmap
- Develop and manage the division's budget in alignment with the COO and ensure activities remain within approved financial targets.
- Quality Management
- Safety Management
Questions about this listing
What salary does Skyguide offer for this role?
Skyguide lists CHF 83'500 - 126'500 gross per year for this position in Dübendorf. This is the salary published in the original listing (or, when the employer omits a figure, a realistic estimate for the role and sector) — the calculator on this site converts it to 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 Skyguide offer?
This listing is a full-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 Skyguide 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 Zürich?
EU/EFTA residents living in the border zone of the country adjoining Canton Zürich can apply for a G permit; the Swiss employer files it with that canton's migration office after the contract is signed. Border-zone rules and processing times vary by neighbouring country and canton, so confirm the specifics with Zürich's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
How do I apply for this position at Skyguide?
Use the "Apply now" button on this page — it links directly to Skyguide's original listing at jobs.skyguide.ch, so your application goes straight to the employer's own applicant-tracking system. Frontaliere Ticino does not collect or forward applications itself.
