3 jobs for “systems engineer”
Flarebright Bicester £39,000 – £49,000 pa
Contributes across the full development lifecycle, from concept and algorithm design to system integration, testing and troubleshooting of safety-critical navigation and autonomy software in C++. Works with a multidisciplinary team on real-time embedded systems, hardware/software-in-the-loop testing and flight test activities, producing design documentation and test reports.
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.
Tekever Cardigan
Monitors live UAS flight operations, mitigating hazards and performing real-time interventions while ensuring compliance with aviation regulations. Supports the RPIC with flight planning, pre-flight inspections and post-flight debriefings, maintains detailed records of flights and incidents, and trains and mentors UAS operators on risk mitigation. Based in West Wales on a five-day shift pattern that varies with weather and availability.
Tekever Bristol
Operates uncrewed aerial systems on defence and maritime surveillance missions, supporting the RPIC with flight planning, pre-flight inspections, real-time hazard mitigation and post-flight debriefings. Also trains and mentors UAS operators, maintains regulatory records and provides feedback to improve TEKEVER platforms. Requires frequent travel to customer sites in the UK, Portugal, US and Europe, with at least three days a week in South West England when not deployed.
Ex-Mil Recruitment Ltd Denmark
Hands-on field-based role supporting UAV/UAS operations, including system modifications, hardware integration, fault finding, diagnostics and maintenance at customer locations worldwide. Involves remote technical support, flight support, hazard mitigation, and delivering training, with significant international travel to remote or austere environments.
