Drone Jobs

Tekever · Swindon

Build and run a propulsion manufacturing capability from scratch at the Swindon site, covering facility layout, equipment commissioning, fuel and engine test cells, and in-house 3D printing. Recruit and lead the shop-floor team, manage supply chain outsourcing, and drive production rate, quality and continuous improvement across a European plant network.

Tekever · Swindon

Hands-on inspection role supporting manufacture, assembly and release of unmanned technology products at a Swindon facility. You'll carry out visual and dimensional inspection using callipers, micrometers and gauges, verify documentation and traceability, control nonconforming product, and support First Article Inspection and shop-floor quality activities alongside Production and Engineering.

Shield AI · London

Customer-facing engineer deploying Shield AI's Hivemind autonomy software on-site with customers, supporting integration, training and debugging of API issues. Builds AI and autonomy applications using the enterprise SDK in modern C++, and feeds customer insights back to product engineering. Involves roughly 30% travel and pre-sales support such as demos and conferences.

Shield AI · London

Hands-on engineering role developing, integrating and flight-testing autonomy software for unmanned and autonomous aircraft, spanning C++/Python development, hardware bring-up, telemetry analysis and live field operations. Works across software, avionics, radios and flight controllers, supporting SIL/HIL/VIL simulation and demonstrations, primarily in the Lviv region with travel across Ukraine.

Leonardo · Basildon

Defines and refines the strategic software architecture for C-UAS mission systems, spanning SI enterprise architecture, sensor/effector and C2/GUI integration, and technical leadership in bids and external studies. Works alongside solution architects and capability managers, producing white papers to steer stakeholder thinking. Hybrid role based in Basildon within a defence product team.

Leonardo · Luton

Responsible for the electronic architecture of high-performance self-protection systems fitted to fast jet, UAV, land and naval platforms, working within an Integrated Project Team alongside Systems, Mechanical and Firmware engineers. Covers the full product lifecycle including qualification, design changes, obsolescence, production support and repairs, with testing of RF, microwave, digital and high-speed designs. Involves technical risk management, documentation and coaching within an international multi-partner team.

Saab · Fareham

Deliver operator and maintainer training on a portfolio of radar and sensor systems at UK and Swedish sites, plus customer locations worldwide. Develop and maintain course material, fault-find on customer systems, and feed into technical publications, working closely with internal and external stakeholders.

SR2 · Frome · £32,000 pa

Hands-on role assembling, repairing and upgrading uncrewed aircraft, covering mechanical and electrical assembly, fabrication, composites and testing from component level through to full flight trials. Working in a varied workshop team, you'll troubleshoot problems, maintain tools and equipment, and help turn ideas into finished aircraft. No engineering degree or traditional background required.

QinetiQ · Salisbury · £56,250 – £62,500 pa

Leads the technical success of uncrewed aerial systems projects, owning delivery to time, cost and quality while ensuring compliance with engineering policy. Coordinates trials, safety, quality and configuration roles, liaising with project managers and customers on technical progress and constraints.

Callen Lenz · Salisbury · £50,000 pa

Lead and manage the flying training operations, designing, developing and delivering UAS training programmes for pilots, operators and customers. Ensure curriculum compliance with CAA, MAA and EASA standards, run audits and assessments, and manage a team of instructors while supporting safety and risk management.

Callen Lenz · Salisbury · £65,000 – £75,000 pa

Owns enterprise data architecture, governance and database administration, designing logical and physical models and setting standards for ERP, PLM and manufacturing systems. Leads data migration workstreams, master data management and cleansing, plus integration across ERP, PLM, CRM and reporting platforms. Acts as the primary data subject matter expert during business transformation projects.

National Crime Agency · Gillingham · £47,049 pa

Lead drone pilot for the NCA's Technical Operations unmanned vehicle programme, responsible for flight planning and clearances, piloting a range of UAS and USV platforms, and developing innovative technical surveillance capabilities. The role involves training the drone cadre, engaging with the Civil Aviation Authority and suppliers, and acting as subject matter expert on unmanned vehicles.