Test Cell Operator
- 27 October 2026
- 80 – 100%
- Permanent position
- German (Fluent)
- Thun
About the job
Around 3000 employees of RUAG and RUAG Real Estate make a significant contribution to Switzerland's security every day. They ensure that the Swiss Army as well as other operational and security organisations can fully perform their tasks at any time.Test Cell Operator
80-100%
Thun
What you can achieve
- You conduct test runs on engines, gearboxes and drive units, document the results and evaluate measurement and test protocols.
- You diagnose faults, analyse malfunctions and carry out initial troubleshooting on the test items.
- You operate and maintain the test infrastructure, ensure its availability and carry out minor repairs.
- You document your work in the relevant systems and support the engine and gearbox workshop with assembly, inspection and repair work.
What you bring with you
- You have completed basic vocational training with a Federal VET Diploma (EFZ) as a commercial vehicle, agricultural machinery or automotive mechatronics technician.
- You have good knowledge of mechanics and electronics. Experience in testing engines and gearboxes as well as in operating and maintaining test systems is an advantage.
- You work independently, precisely and reliably and convince with team spirit as well as a strong sense of quality and responsibility.
- You have good PC user skills and good knowledge of German.
If you do not meet all the requirements one hundred percent, apply anyway. We are always looking for talented and motivated people who want to enrich our team. We place great value on diversity and equal opportunities and our goal is to build a diverse team in which everyone can fully develop their personal strengths. We especially encourage all people, regardless of their gender, who may have concerns about taking a position in a military-related environment, to apply.
About the department
You can expect a technically versatile role where you can practically apply and deepen your diagnostic knowledge. You work with sophisticated drive systems, take responsibility for the quality of your tests and are part of a team that ensures reliable results together.
Your benefits
Salary and benefits
We offer you a performance-oriented and market-appropriate salary, 13 monthly salaries as well as generous bonuses and allowances. Together with other benefits, this results in an attractive overall package.
We place great importance on our employees finding a healthy balance between work and private life. Therefore, among other things, we offer flexible working hours and home office options.
Flexible working
Discounts
At RUAG you benefit from discounts in the areas of mobility and catering. In addition, you benefit from attractive offers on our benefit portal and have fleet discounts with various renowned car brands.
Advancement and training opportunities
It is important to us to promote and develop the potential of our employees. Through training, courses and further education, we support them in continuously expanding their skills to achieve their professional goals.
Leisure activities
Our employees are close to our hearts. That is why we give them a day off on their birthday, offer a diverse range of sports and the possibility to take additional days off with a salary deduction in addition to the annual holiday entitlement.
Your contact person
Lars Thomann
Talent Acquisition Specialist
lars.thomann@ruag.ch