Senior Quality Engineer (part-time 80%)

Responsibilities for this Position

Location: Kloten, Zurich, CH, 8302
Flexible Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Career Level: Professional
Requisition Id: 5313


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

We are seeking a highly motivated Quality Engineer - Flight Services EMEA to support and continuously enhance our safety and compliance performance. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring compliance with national and international aviation safety standards, fostering a strong safety culture, and supporting operational excellence across Flight Operations, Training, and CAMO.

Your role

• Hazard & Risk Management: Identify operational hazards, conduct risk assessments, and monitor the effectiveness of mitigation measures.
• Safety Performance: Analyze safety data and provide regular safety performance reports to the Safety Review Board.
• Safety Management System: Maintain and continuously improve SMS documentation and processes.
• Safety Advisory: Act as a trusted advisor on flight safety and regulatory compliance matters.
• Investigations: Initiate and follow up on internal occurrences and accident investigations.
• Safety Culture: Promote a strong safety culture through effective communication and engagement initiatives.
• Audit & Compliance: Plan and conduct audits across Flight Operations, Training, and CAMO; identify deviations and drive corrective actions.
• Data & Trends: Identify trends, weaknesses, and systemic risks within reporting and safety systems.
• Flight Data Monitoring: Support and contribute to the Flight Data Monitoring (FDM) program.
• Subcontractor Oversight: Monitor subcontracted activities to ensure compliance with agreed standards.
• Training & Awareness: Deliver safety and compliance training, including onboarding of new personnel.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify root causes, propose solutions, and ensure corrective actions are effective and sustainable.

What we offer you

• An exciting and challenging job in a dynamic environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and ongoing training
• Collaborative teams that foster respect, trust, and open communication
• The chance to work on some of the world's most advanced aircraft

Your profile

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in the aeronautical industry, preferably within a comparable organization
• Practical experience applying aviation safety standards and safe operating practices (e.g. Flight Duty Limitations)
• Solid knowledge of operational requirements and procedures in accordance with OM-A
• Knowledge of AOC operation specifications
• Familiarity with management systems, preferably in an aviation environment
• Practical experience with MS Office, Leon Software, and Quickbase DB
• Knowledge of Human Factors (HF) principles within ICAO and EASA frameworks
• Strong interpersonal, influencing, and leadership skills with a commitment to a positive safety culture
• High level of professional integrity
• Excellent communication, customer service, and people skills
• Results-driven with a high level of personal accountability
• Proactive, self-directed, and able to work independently
• Empathetic, collaborative, and engaging communication style

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 individuals 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.

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