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Lead Systems Engineer

As a Lead Systems Engineer, you will define the system architecture and technical direction for a new UAS product, working closely with the tech team and Project Manager. You'll establish and manage system performance budgets, lead technology selection, and create a robust systems engineering process that balances rigour and speed.

Archangel Autonomy Oxford, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Head of Customer - Defence

Our MissionAt Vertical Aerospace, we are pioneering the way for electric aviation. The Valo, our eVTOL (electric, vertical, take-off and landing), 'zero emissions' aircraft will set a new safety standard for how we will navigate the sky.We won't realise our...

Vertical Aerospace Bristol, BS1 3BF, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Senior Electric Propulsion Unit Integration Engineer

This role involves owning the physical integration of the Electric Propulsion Unit (EPU) into the aircraft, ensuring it is safe, efficient, and certifiable. You will work closely with various teams to manage interfaces, reduce mass, and support certification activities, contributing to a critical system that impacts safety and performance.

Vertical Aerospace Bristol, BS1 3BF, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

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

Graduate Software Engineer

This role involves developing advanced software systems that integrate computer vision, adaptive AI, and sensor technologies for defence applications, including drone detection and electronic warfare. You'll work across diverse platforms—from cloud to embedded systems—on projects that respond to evolving modern warfare challenges. The role offers mentorship in a small, multidisciplinary engineering team focused on high-impact technological innovation.

ECM Selection Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom £35,000 – £40,000 pa

On-site Permanent 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

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

Flight Operations Team Leader

Job Title: Flight Operations Team LeaderLocation: Westcott, Aylesbury – 25%, Remote – 25% , International Travel – 50%Department: Drone OperationsType: Full time, permanentAbout Us:Founded in 2018, Skyports is at the forefront of the Advanced Air Mobility revolution, developing and operating...

Skyports Aylesbury, United Kingdom

On-site

Office Administrator

The Office Administrator will support the Business Operations department at Skyports' London office, working on-site 5 days a week from 9 am to 12:45 pm. Responsibilities include administrative tasks to ensure smooth day-to-day operations, contributing to the company's mission in the Advanced Air Mobility sector.

Skyports London, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Part-time

Project Engineer/Technical Engineer

This role involves supporting innovation projects across the HS1 rail infrastructure, focusing on automation, digital technologies, and improving maintenance efficiency. The engineer will work on implementing emerging technologies, driving operational efficiency, and collaborating with various stakeholders.

ARM Stratford And New Town, London, E15 1XQ, United Kingdom £450 – £470 pd

Hybrid Contract

UAS Build Engineer & Pilot

This role involves hands-on assembly, integration, and maintenance of unmanned aircraft systems, along with conducting flight operations and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. The engineer will troubleshoot technical issues across mechanical, electrical, and software domains, maintain detailed records, and support the development of advanced autonomous drone technology through testing and operational feedback. It’s a multidisciplinary position combining workshop engineering with field-based piloting responsibilities.

SoCode Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom £26,000 – £30,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

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

Senior Embedded Software Engineer (Rust)

Design and develop embedded software for advanced drone platforms using Rust in resource-constrained and real-time environments. Work closely with hardware and systems teams to implement flight-critical software, device drivers, and sensor integration, while contributing to the evolution of UAV control systems and embedded architecture.

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

On-site Permanent

Logistics Coordinator

This role involves managing the end-to-end logistics of advanced robotics equipment used in renewable energy inspections across the UK and Europe. The Logistics Coordinator ensures timely deployment of drones and crawlers by handling international shipping, customs compliance, and equipment maintenance, while supporting field teams through dynamic project changes. It combines hands-on technical preparation with detailed documentation and budget oversight in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment.

SkySpecs Kenton, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear, NE3 4UJ, United Kingdom £28,000 – £34,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Firmware Engineer

Design and develop embedded firmware for advanced radar and sensing systems used in UAV applications. Work across the full product lifecycle in a collaborative, engineering-led environment using C/C++ on STM32 microcontrollers in bare-metal and RTOS environments. Engage in system-level debugging and contribute to software architecture for next-generation sensing technologies.

Platform Recruitment Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom £45,000 – £65,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent