ANAVIA specializes in the design, development & manufacturing of vertical take-off & landing (VTOL) systems of up to 500 kilograms. The company offers industry leading unmanned helicopter systems for various mission profiles, such as Surveillance & Reconnaissance, Inspection or Mapping & Cargo.

As a Senior Project Management Specialist, you will enable cross-functional projects by providing professional PMO expertise, stabilizing critical initiatives, and driving consistent project management standards.

Your Goals

• Ensure effective project structures, governance, and timelines.
• Support project leads in managing complex cross-functional projects.
• Provide professional PMO tools, methods, and best practices.
• Act as an enabling resource in critical projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support projects lead in setting up, structuring, and executing projects.
• Review project charters, project plans, and risk profiles.
• Monitor progress and ensure stakeholder alignment.
• Step in temporarily to stabilize or steer critical projects.
• Facilitate risk management and escalation processes.
• Ensure compliance with company standards and project governance.
• Train and coaching colleagues in structured project management methodologies.
• Support consistent use of PM tools (e.g., MS Project, PMI standards).
• Contribute to building a culture of professional project management.

Competencies & Duties

• Senior-level expertise in structured project/program management.
• Ability to manage complexity and drive cross-functional results.
• Strong communicator with leadership presence and problem-solving skills.
• Uphold company values, compliance, and quality standards.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Business, Engineering, or related discipline.
• Minimum 7 years of project / program management experience.
• PMP, or equivalent certification strongly preferred.
• Strong track record in leading or supporting complex, international projects.
• Fluent in English; German is an advantage.
• Location: On-site in Näfels | Bilten, Switzerland.
• Eligibility: Swiss or EU citizens only.

Become part of the ANAVIA family:

• A committed and international team is waiting for you.
• Exciting projects and room to grow in every dimension.
• Support for training and opportunities for personal and professional development.
• Team events at which we celebrate our successes together.
• Beautiful Swiss Mountain view in our offices in Näfels and Bilten, Glarus Nord.

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 application in English.

Be part of the ANAVIA family :)

Please note that this job is only open to candidates holding a valid Swiss Working Permit/ EU Nationals/ Swiss Nationals.