Professional Electronics Training Supervisor
- 05 November 2026
- 80 – 100%
- Permanent position
- Payerne
About the job
Payerne | 80-100% |
What you can contribute
- Ensure the training of electronics apprentices; guarantee the achievement of performance and behaviour objectives in accordance with industry guidelines
- Deliver inter-company courses (CIE) in the following areas: basics of mechanics, manufacturing technology, basics of measurement, digital measurement, microcontroller technology and programming
- Act as an expert at the cantonal branch exams (TPF/TPI)
- Maintain good relations with partners (cantonal training authorities, partner companies; in French and German)
- Organise informative events and other activities for apprentices or parents as well as selection/discovery internships for new recruits
- Ensure the monitoring and preparation of periodic training reports
What makes you unique
- Hold a higher professional training diploma in electronics (Technician ES or equivalent qualification) and have at least 5 years of practical experience in the field of electronics
- Additional training in professional pedagogy (federal trainer certificate, main trainer certificate) or a strong willingness to acquire it and genuine enthusiasm for mentoring and developing apprentices/young adults
- Mastery of the PCB development chain and CAD (Altium Designer, KiCAD, FreeCAD) as well as manufacturing and prototyping techniques (including 3D printing FDM/SLA)
- Excellent command of the C language applied to microcontrollers (notably STM32 architecture) and solid knowledge of Python (OOP), combined with experience in version control (Git) and technical documentation (XWiki or LaTeX)
- Good knowledge of web infrastructure and databases (PHP, SQL), with proven ease in using AI assistants and agents as tools to understand, maintain and develop existing solutions and tools
- Interpersonal skills enabling collaboration with training partners (training companies, official bodies); good level of technical English
In a few words
Do you enjoy working with young adults and passing on your knowledge? Our electronics apprentice training centre in Payerne needs your expertise, rigour and enthusiasm.
What we offer
- Working for Switzerland We are committed to the success of the Swiss model and the well-being of the population.
- Diversity every day We ensure equal opportunities, which allows us to deploy our skills and express different viewpoints.
- Health at work We assist and advise our employees on all issues related to physical or mental health.
Your commitment to security and freedom
The Operations Command (cdmt Op) is responsible for all operations and military engagements of the Swiss Army. The cdmt Op includes the Air Forces, Land Forces, the four territorial divisions, the SWISSINT Competence Centre, the Special Forces Command and the Military Police. About 40% of the approximately 2500 employees are civilians, ranging from engineers to analysts and aircraft mechanics. The Swiss Army employs more than 9000 employees in four military professions and about 200 civilian professions, across 110 sites throughout Switzerland. It also ensures succession by training apprentices in more than 30 trades.
Additional information
Working with the Swiss Army is a wise choice offering many benefits. More information at armee.ch/avantages . Offers from personnel placement agencies will not be considered.
Questions about the position
Reto Ramseyer Head of Operations & Training Support +41 58 48 27750