Latest Aerospace Jobs

Head of Engineering Capability

The Head of Engineering Capability is responsible for establishing and governing the engineering operating model, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and certification standards. Key responsibilities include developing engineering frameworks, technology roadmaps, performance governance, and leading issue resolution. The role is central to redefining aerospace engineering best practices within a DOA environment.

Vertical Aerospace Bristol, BS1 3BF, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Vibration & Acoustics Engineer

This role involves leading vibration and acoustic qualification efforts for Vertical Aerospace's eVTOL aircraft, Valo. The engineer will manage vibroacoustic models, analyse test data from ground and flight campaigns, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure safe, evidence-based design decisions. The position requires strong expertise in structural dynamics and a pragmatic approach to solving real-world aerospace challenges with evolving data.

Vertical Aerospace Bristol, BS1 3BF, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Electronics Hardware Engineer

Role OverviewThe Electronics Hardware Engineer is responsible for the design and development of Windracers’ avionics systems. This includes first-principles design, implementation, supporting the quality assurance process and interfacing with both internal and external manufacturing organisations.The Electronics Hardware Engineer contributes to...

Windracers Fareham, Hampshire, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Business Development Manager

This role involves identifying and securing strategic business opportunities in the defence sector, working closely with military stakeholders, government bodies, and engineering teams to develop cutting-edge Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) solutions. The Business Development Manager will lead pipeline development, shape technical proposals, and influence long-term defence technology strategy in both UK and international markets. Success requires navigating complex procurement processes and building high-level relationships within a highly regulated environment.

Jonathan Lee Recruitment Le191Wz, LE19 1WZ, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Powertrain Development Engineer

Role ScopeLead the design, development, and integration of propulsion systems for our advanced UAV platforms. Responsible for ensuring that engines, powertrains, and associated subsystems deliver safe, efficient, and reliable performance across all flight conditions. Support the end-to-end introduction of new...

Windracers Fareham, Hampshire, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Object Detection and Tracking Engineer

This role involves developing real-time object detection, tracking, and sensor fusion algorithms for autonomous aircraft operating in complex, GPS-denied environments. The engineer will integrate data from EO/IR cameras, radar, and IMUs, optimize perception pipelines for performance, and collaborate with autonomy and hardware teams to ensure robust situational awareness. Work includes simulation, field testing, and deployment on SWaP-constrained platforms.

Shield AI London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Systems Test Engineer

Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software and V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft. With offices and facilities across the U.S.,...

Shield AI London, United Kingdom

Mechanical Design Engineer

This role involves leading mechanical design efforts for unmanned systems, focusing on CAD/CAE-driven development from concept to testing. The engineer will work on aerospace-grade components and integrated systems, including all-electric propulsion and eVTOL platforms, within a multidisciplinary team addressing complex design and manufacturing challenges.

Saab Oakley, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

This role involves developing embedded software for unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) platforms used in defence and security applications. You'll work on low-level drivers, real-time systems, and hardware-software integration, with a focus on reliability and performance. The role includes testing, debugging, and compliance with safety and regulatory standards in a cutting-edge autonomous systems environment.

Matchtech Cardigan, Dyfed, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Lead Systems Integration Engineer

This role involves leading the integration of UAV platforms, bridging design, production, and external manufacturing partners to scale from prototypes to repeatable manufacturing. The engineer will work hands-on across mechanical, electrical, avionics, propulsion, and mission systems, ensuring technical compatibility, process standardisation, and flight readiness. Responsibilities include root cause analysis, documentation management, and supporting training and testing across the full system lifecycle.

Electus Recruitment London, United Kingdom £50,000 – £85,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Senior UAV Systems Engineer - Design and Integration

This role involves leading the design, integration, and troubleshooting of avionics and onboard systems for an unmanned aircraft. The engineer will define system architectures, manage interface requirements across power, communications, and payloads, and support testing from ground to flight operations. Emphasis is placed on creating mature, documented, and productisable systems within a fast-paced start-up environment.

Matchtech West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Avionics Engineer (Obtain your license)

This role involves performing routine maintenance, diagnosing and repairing faults, and conducting tests on avionics systems in both modern and vintage aircraft. The position offers the opportunity to gain a full license and work in a small, well-established company with a focus on training and work-life balance.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Exeter, United Kingdom £50,000 – £80,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer will work on the design and development of UAV/drone launch systems, developing mechanical design schemes and detailed designs of complex parts and assemblies. They will use CAD tools like SolidWorks, perform engineering calculations, and support in-house prototype builds.

Jonathan Lee Recruitment Hr36Pb, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Avionics Watchkeeper Technician

The role involves preparing the Watchkeeper Remotely Piloted Air System (RPAS) for flight and maintaining, troubleshooting, and rectifying its avionics systems. The technician will work on the flight line, conducting preventative and corrective maintenance, supporting launch and recovery operations, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team in a military or aviation environment.

MPI Limited Blaenannerch, Dyfed, United Kingdom £31 – £42 ph

On-site Contract Clearance Required

Mechanical Watchkeeper Technician

This role involves maintaining and preparing mechanical components of UAV systems for flight operations, including launch and recovery activities on an airfield. The technician will perform pre- and post-flight checks, troubleshoot mechanical issues across airframes, engines, and control systems, and support flight line operations. They will also provide guidance to less experienced staff, ensuring safe and efficient UAV system functionality within a structured aviation environment.

MPI Limited Blaenannerch, Dyfed, United Kingdom £31 – £42 ph

On-site Contract Clearance Required