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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

Drone Build Technician & Pilot

Drone Build Technician & Pilot | Witney area | £30,000pa - £40,000pa plus benefits:MARS Recruitment is hiring a Drone Build Technician & Pilot on behalf of a rapidly expanding autonomous systems specialist. This is an exceptional opportunity for someone who...

Mars Recruitment Witney, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom £30,000 – £40,000 pa

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

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

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

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

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

The role involves developing mechanical design schemes and detailed designs for UAV/drone launch systems, including concept development, engineering calculations, and system testing. You will work in a small, innovative team, using CAD tools like SolidWorks to bring designs from concept to reality.

Jonathan Lee Recruitment Hurstley, Herefordshire, United Kingdom

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

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

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

Senior C++ Software Engineer

This role involves developing drone-related technology using C++ and working closely with a team of passionate developers. You will tackle complex problems, work with low-level code and hardware, and contribute to the company's growth in the aerospace and defense sectors.

Rebel Recruitment Lincoln, Lincolnshire, United Kingdom £50,000 – £70,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Flexible