Latest Drone Services Jobs

Senior Building Surveyor

This role involves managing building surveying projects from inception to completion, including design, contract administration, dilapidations, and clerk of works duties across public and private sectors. The position uniquely integrates drone technology (UAS) to enhance data capture and analysis in property, land, rail, and renewables sectors. The surveyor will operate autonomously while contributing to a collaborative team culture focused on innovation and technical excellence.

Currie & Brown Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Technical Assistant / UAV Pilot

Operate drones to capture aerial imagery and geospatial data for civil engineering projects, including surveying land, infrastructure, and construction sites. Process data using photogrammetry software to generate maps and 3D models, while ensuring compliance with aviation regulations and conducting pre-flight checks. Support survey teams with accurate topographic data and assist in site planning and control setup.

PSR Bicester, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom £37,000 – £42,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Technical Assistant/UAV Pilot

This role involves operating UAVs equipped with RTK/PPK systems to collect high-accuracy geospatial data for surveying and construction projects. You'll conduct field flights, process imagery into models and orthomosaics, and support site teams with data and equipment maintenance. The position blends outdoor survey work with office-based data processing in a supportive, safety-focused environment.

Elite Workforce Solutions Bicester, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom £35,000 – £50,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Senior Business Development Manager

This role involves driving growth for Hivemind Autonomy, an AI-powered software platform for autonomous aircraft and drones, by identifying and closing complex sales opportunities in the UK defense and government sectors. Responsibilities include developing territory strategies, building customer relationships, leading proposal development, and conducting competitive analysis.

Shield AI London, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Senior / Principal RF Design Engineer

This role involves designing, developing, and testing advanced RF-based systems across diverse applications such as radar, autonomous drones, and IoT sensors. You'll work from concept through to verification using state-of-the-art lab facilities, including anechoic chambers and RF test equipment. The position offers technically challenging, multidisciplinary projects in a collaborative innovation-driven environment.

Matchtech Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Mechanical Design Engineer

Design and own mechanical systems for autonomous robots used in extreme industrial environments, from concept through to manufacturing. Work across the full product lifecycle, creating durable, reliable hardware that operates in confined, high-risk spaces. Collaborate closely with electronics and software teams to deliver field-deployable robotic solutions.

Reed Specialist Recruitment Birmingham, West Midlands (county), United Kingdom £35,000 – £45,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Forward Deployed Engineer

The role involves becoming an expert in Hivemind Enterprise Autonomy Software Development Kit, developing AI and autonomy applications for unmanned platforms, and deploying Hivemind AI infrastructure at customer sites. You will provide technical training, assist with integration, and collaborate with product and engineering teams to improve products.

Shield AI London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

CAA Drone Operator

This role involves operating drones for a major long-term project in Bedfordshire, working standard office hours Monday to Friday. The project is expected to last 4-5 years, offering consistent and stable employment for experienced CAA-certified drone operators.

BMSL Group Ltd Bedford, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom £15 – £17 ph

On-site Contract

Security officer with a CAA drone license

This role involves providing security services for a long-term project in Bedfordshire, working standard office hours. The position requires a CAA security clearance and previous security experience, offering stability and a fixed hourly rate.

BMSL Group Ltd Bedford, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom £15 ph

On-site Contract Clearance Required

Senior Engineer

As a Senior Engineer, you will work on developing counter-drone technologies, focusing on mechanical and electrical designs, solving complex challenges, and supporting prototyping. You will collaborate with a highly motivated team in a well-funded startup, creating life-protecting solutions for the battlefield.

ECM Selection Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom £80,000 – £95,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Senior Electronics Engineer UAV

Design and develop advanced electronics systems for next-generation UAV platforms, including flight control, RF, high-speed digital, and power subsystems. Work on hands-on hardware development and board validation while contributing to the overall electronics architecture in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver cutting-edge drone technology from concept to deployment.

Enterprise Recruitment Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom £60,000 – £140,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Senior Embedded Software Engineer, UAVs

This role involves developing embedded software for advanced UAV systems, focusing on flight control electronics and real-time airborne platforms. The engineer will work closely with hardware teams to implement low-level drivers, sensor integration, and communication protocols while contributing to scalable software architecture. The position emphasizes hands-on development in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment shaping next-generation drone technology.

Enterprise Recruitment Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom £60,000 – £140,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Field Support Engineer

This role involves installing, configuring, and maintaining advanced AI-driven drone detection systems at customer sites, integrating RADAR, RF, optical, and sensor technologies. The engineer will troubleshoot and support complex systems in diverse environments including aviation, utilities, and events. Frequent national and international travel is required, with a strong emphasis on customer interaction and field-based technical support.

Technify Talent Limited Spencers Wood, Berkshire, United Kingdom £40,000 – £50,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Mechanical Design Engineer

The Mechanical Design Engineer will be responsible for the design and development of advanced cargo drone systems, creating detailed CAD models and drawings, performing structural analyses, and supporting prototyping and testing. They will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure designs meet system-level requirements and are manufacturable.

Windracers Fareham, Hampshire, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Chief of Staff

This role involves providing direct support to the founder of a fast-growing defence AI company, managing day-to-day operations across trials, compliance, events, partnerships, and internal systems. The Chief of Staff will handle complex logistical and regulatory challenges related to drone and autonomy systems while helping build foundational HR and finance processes. It's a high-ownership, hands-on position at the intersection of technology, defence, and operational execution.

Searchability West London, United Kingdom £45,000 – £65,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required