Flight Operations Engineer at Jet Aviation – Kloten, Zürich

Location: Kloten, Zurich, CH, 8302
Flexible Work Arrangement: Onsite
Career Level: Technicians / Crew
Requisition Id: 5712
Since 1967, Jet Aviation has been crafting flight in its smoothest form. From one hangar in Basel, Switzerland, to over 4,500 employees, and some 50 locations worldwide. Aircraft Management, Aircraft Sales, Charter, Completions, Government Services, FBO, Fixed and Rotary Wing Maintenance, and Staffing. Behind every seamless Jet Aviation experience, is a team of dedicated professionals perfecting the art of flight. The artisans of aviation. The craft that brings our customers' journey to life. In the hangar, on the ground, and behind the scenes. Enabling global flight, with passion.

Position Summary

As a Flight Operations Engineer, you will support daily flight operations by providing technical and regulatory expertise. This role offers hands-on exposure to real operational decision-making and is ideal for graduates looking to start their career in aviation operations within an international and regulated environment.

Your role

You will be part of the flight operations team and contribute to safe, efficient, and compliant operations by:

• Supporting the Head of Flight Operations (Nominated Person Flight Operations - NPFO) in investigating operational issues during daily flight operations
• Providing operational advice for special and/or complex operations and approvals
• Monitoring aircraft certificate validity and supporting initial and renewal applications with Civil Aviation Authorities (CAAs)
• Administering Weight & Balance / Performance software and performing related analyses
• Supporting revisions of operational documentation (Operations Manuals, MELs)
• Ensuring fleet compliance with airspace user and equipment requirements
• Preparing and distributing operational and technical communications to flight crews
• Reviewing and verifying flight documentation
• Supporting internal and external audits
• Assisting with Electronic Flight Bag (EFB) system deployment and administration

What we offer you

• A strong entry point into flight operations and regulatory aviation
• Hands-on responsibility from day one, with structured learning and mentoring
• Collaboration with experienced aviation professionals in an international environment

Your profile

• Degree or education in aviation, aerospace, engineering, or a related field
• Knowledge of ICAO, EASA, or other aviation regulations (or strong motivation to learn)
• Proactive and adaptable mindset in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently while being a reliable team player
• Good IT skills and confidence with common software tools (e.g. MS Office)

If you are interested in a multicultural, challenging and innovative working environment and your profile matches our requirements, we are looking forward to receiving your online application in English.
Equal Employment Opportunity has been, and will continue to be, a fundamental principle at Jet Aviation, where individuals are hired, employed, recognized, and advance based upon their individual skills and abilities and without regard to an individual’s race, color, national origin, age, religion, physical or mental disability status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), status as a protected veteran or any status or characteristic protected from employment discrimination under applicable federal, state and local laws (“EEO status”). This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, promotions, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, and opportunities for training and advancement.