Job Description

Are you a professional with sharp yet people-minded leadership skills and a passion for aviation? Leading our SWISS Flight Crew Assessment Center you will make the difference in pilot selection - for us and our valued partners. We are looking forward to welcoming you in our dynamic team!

Starting date:

January 01, 2026 or upon agreement

You may apply in English or German.

FACTS

Location

Zurich/Kloten

Employment level

Direct entry

Function

Flight Operations

Working time

Full-time or part-time

Salary

Middle Management

Publishing date

09-23-2025

Application deadline

10-06-2025

Tasks

In this role, you lead a team of psychologists, supported during peak times by a trusted network of freelancers. Together, you design and conduct assessment services for the selection of SWISS pilots as well as for flight crew of other customers of the SWISS Assessment Center.

Strategically develop the SWISS Flight Crew Assessment Center

Lead and inspire your team with a strong focus on culture, collaboration and well-being

Coordinate and collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, external providers and customers to keep operations and projects running smoothly

Ensure excellence in assessment of SWISS cockpit personnel according to EASA, IATA, LHG and SWISS quality standards - always grounded in best industry practice

Ensure training and guidance of assessment professionals

Ensure design and delivery of valid and reliable selection processes for flight deck crews, pilot management positions and specialists

Provide expert support in selection, development, transfer and suspension decisions for flight deck crews

CONTACT

Diana Munzinger

Human Resources

Swiss International Air Lines AG

E-mail address for inquiries

recruiting.services@swiss.com

Benefits

Behind the scenes

Join SWISS

Our common goal is to make each customer's flight a true air travel experience. For this, we go the extra mile - always, in every step of the process, worldwide. Join the SWISS team to become part of our fascinating world, where a job turns into a lifetime adventure.

Requirements

You're a strong character open to change, fun to work with and professional in your approach. You enjoy developing individuals and guiding your team strategically. You bring your own spark and thrive when ideas are shared and built together. We're exited to meet you!

Experience in change management

Leadership and management skills

Strong self-leadership, able to set priorities, take initiative, make pragmatic decisions

Analytical and strategic capabilities

Master's in Psychology with focus on personality assessments or significant experience in relevant field as advantage

Respect and confidentiality in dealing with applicants and employees, with passion for their development

Enjoyment in teamwork and openness to change

Fluent in German and English (spoken and written); other Swiss national languages as an advantage

Proficient in MS Office; familiarity with PowerPlatform and PowerBI is an advantage

For questions, contact our Recruiting Services Center: +41445642266

Shared position possibility: Please apply as tandem (each partner sends an individual application and refers to the other partner)

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