Electrician at Jet Aviation – Basel, Basel-Landschaft

Location: Basel, BS, CH
Flexible Work Arrangement: Onsite
Career Level: Professional
Requisition Id: 5622
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:

At Jet Aviation, we are passionate about elevating business aviation to new heights. Working on cutting-edge completions projects, you will install and test sophisticated electrical systems as part of the aircraft interior outfitting process. Your precision and attention to detail ensure flawless functionality and exceptional quality.

Join our team and become an essential part of building outstanding aircraft tailored to our customers' exacting demands. This is your opportunity to bring your skills, passion, and craftsmanship to a role where every connection matters and excellence is the standard.

To support our long-term growth in Basel, we are building a talent pool of experienced Electricians specializing in Installation or Electrical System Manufacturing, with opportunities anticipated from late 2026 / 2027 onward.

Your role:

Installation team:

• Install electrical systems and connect cabin monuments precisely according to engineering drawings and 2D/3D schematics.

• Make sure all work is done safely and with high quality.

Manufacturing team:

• Build and assemble electrical wiring systems for aircraft interiors.

• Work on long-term projects, involving the manufacturing and routing wire looms, terminations, connector installations, connection checks, and support trouble shooting. Work from detailed 2D drawings, engineering plans or 3D models, performing tasks in jigs, workshops, or directly on the aircraft.

• Perform wiring modifications to existing aircraft systems following Manufacturer Service Bulletins or modification packages, including installation of shielding and specialized connectors such as terminal boards and circuit breaker panels.

Key responsibilities (both teams):

• Select the correct tools, materials, and hardware needed for electrical work, making sure everything is suitable for the task and meets quality standards.

• Perform tests on electrical systems to check that they work properly. Help identify and fix any problems to ensure the systems are safe and reliable.

• Keep accurate and detailed records of all work performed. Report any issues or irregularities you find during installation or testing, so they can be addressed quickly and tracked properly.

What we offer you:

• An exciting and challenging role in a dynamic environment

• Various opportunities for professional and personal development

• Chance to work on exciting, high-profile projects

• A motivated and cheerful team that looks forward to working with you

• Our events are great! We also have lots of fun together outside of working hours

Your profile:

• Completed vocational training as an electrician or a comparable qualification

• Relevant Experience, ideally within the aviation or automotive sector

• Ability to follow OEM standards (e.g., Airbus, Boeing, Gulfstream, Dassault), including compliance with Service Bulletins and AMM tasks, is beneficial

• Proficient in reading and interpreting electrical diagrams and engineering drawings

• Good working knowledge of various electrical testing equipment and tools

• Strong motivation to continue developing technical skills

• Team-oriented with a willingness to support colleagues

• Good English skills (minimum B1 level); knowledge of German or French is a plus

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.