Research Assistant in Flight Mechanics and Flight Control System Team

Join our team to turn flight test data into advanced aircraft and rotorcraft models. Work with real‑time simulators, support teaching activities, and contribute to next‑generation aerospace research.

School: School of Engineering

Starting date: 01.03.2026 or by mutual agreement. Fixed-term for one year, with the option for extension.

• Parameter estimation of fixed and rotary wing aircraft
• Use of ZHAW-ZAV Real-Time Simulators to support research and development activities
• Support of lecturers in teaching activities (Class Exercises and Bachelor Theses)

• You hold a Master in Aeronautical Engineering or equivalent.
• You have a good background in flight mechanics including rotary wing aircraft.
• You are proficient in the use of Matlab / Simulink®.
• You can effectively communicate in English (German is a plus).
• You are a team player.

Zurich University of Applied Sciences ZHAW is one of Switzerland's largest multidisciplinary universities of applied sciences, with over 14'000 students and 3'400 faculty and staff.

ZHAW is committed to gender-mixed and diverse teams in order to promote equality, diversity and innovation.

As one of the leading Engineering Faculties in Switzerland, the ZHAW School of Engineering emphasises topics which will be relevant in the future. Our 14 institutes and centres guarantee superior-quality education, research and development with an emphasis on the areas of energy, mobility, information and health.

The Centre for Aviation is the leading research hub for aviation in Switzerland with regional and global connections.

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• Occupational Health Management
• Salary and Pension Provision

We offer working conditions and terms of employment commensurate with higher education institutions and actively promote personal development for staff in leadership and non-leadership positions. A detailed description of advantages and benefits can be found at Working at the ZHAW.

Pierluigi Capone
Head Flight Mechanics and Flight Control Systems
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Irina Keiser
Recruiting Manager
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