Drone Jobs in Portsmouth

Solutions Architect - Autonomous

The Solutions Architect role involves defining and owning the end-to-end autonomy architecture for uncrewed surface vessels, including onboard systems, mission management, and remote operations. You will lead the roadmap delivery, manage dependencies, and ensure system integration and verification, while providing technical leadership across multidisciplinary teams.

Matchtech Fareham, United Kingdom £75,000 – £100,000 pa

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Stress Engineer

The Stress Engineer will perform structural and vibration analysis on UAV airframes, working closely with the Airframe Lead and Senior Stress Engineer to ensure the structural integrity and safety of the systems. Responsibilities include FEA simulations, stress reporting, and collaborating with design and testing teams.

Windracers Fareham, Hampshire, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

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Autopilot Software Engineer

This role involves developing safety-critical flight control software, participating in requirements capture, and supporting the testing ecosystem from unit testing to flight testing. The engineer will also maintain and fly autopilot model aircraft and assist with issue identification and debugging.

Windracers Fareham, Hampshire, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Aircraft Electricians / Avionics

Assemble, install, test, and repair electronic and avionics systems in unmanned aircraft and associated ground equipment. Work within a multidisciplinary team to integrate systems, conduct diagnostics, and ensure compliance through precise technical work and documentation. Utilise test equipment, interpret schematics, and support pre-delivery preparation of UAS platforms.

MPI Limited Fareham, Hampshire, United Kingdom £28 ph

On-site Contract Clearance Required

Aircraft Technicians

Assemble, test, and maintain avionics and electronic systems for unmanned aircraft and associated ground equipment. Work within a production team to integrate and verify UAS systems, conduct diagnostics, and ensure compliance through accurate technical documentation and collaboration with engineers and operators.

MPI Limited Fareham, Hampshire, United Kingdom £28 ph

On-site Contract Clearance Required

Senior UAV Design Engineer

Lead the end-to-end design and development of unmanned aerial vehicle systems, from concept through to low-volume production, with full technical ownership of airframes, payload structures, and integrated systems. Drive mechanical design using Fusion 360, mentor junior engineers, and make key trade-off decisions balancing performance, weight, and manufacturability. Operate in a high-autonomy role shaping technical standards and influencing system architecture within a fast-moving aerospace technology environment.

Matchtech Havant, Hampshire, United Kingdom £70,000 – £75,000 pa

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CAD Technician

The CAD Technician will work within the Engineering team to create and maintain 3D models, engineering drawings, and Bills of Materials for a large fixed-wing UAV platform. You'll collaborate closely with Design, Manufacturing, and Systems Engineers to ensure design integrity and compliance with company standards.

Windracers Fareham, Hampshire, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

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Electronics CAD Technician

The role involves creating and maintaining electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and cable harness documentation using SolidWorks Electrical. The technician will work closely with engineers to produce accurate and controlled documentation for manufacturing, testing, and supporting reliable electrical assemblies.

Windracers Fareham, Hampshire, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent