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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

UAV / UAS / Drone Pilot - Global

As a UAV / UAS / Drone Pilot, you will travel globally to pilot and operate VTOL unmanned aerial vehicles for various surveillance and interception missions. Your daily tasks include conducting UAV missions, monitoring drone performance, and collaborating with in-country partners to ensure mission success. You will work as part of a 2-person flight team, conducting pre-flight checks, capturing high-quality data, and maintaining detailed records.

SRT Marine Systems PLC Glasgow, City Of Glasgow, G2 1AL, United Kingdom £50,000 – £80,000 pa

Remote Permanent Clearance Required

UAV / UAS / Drone Pilot - Global

As a UAV / UAS / Drone Pilot, you will travel globally to pilot and operate VTOL drones for various surveillance and interception missions. You will work in a 2-person flight team, conducting pre-flight checks, capturing high-quality data, and ensuring compliance with operational guidelines. The role involves collaborating with in-country partners and providing feedback for process improvements.

SRT Marine Systems PLC London, United Kingdom £50,000 – £80,000 pa

Remote Permanent Clearance Required

Pilot, /Contractor

This role involves operating advanced drone platforms for a variety of commercial, industrial, and public-sector missions across Germany and Europe. Responsibilities include mission planning, risk assessments, and regulatory compliance, with a focus on safety and professionalism.

Skyports Aylesbury, United Kingdom

On-site Freelance Flexible

Pilot Specialist

The Remote Pilot Specialist will operate drones for logistics, data capture, and surveillance, working across rural and urban environments. The role involves 25% hangar-based work, 25% remote work, and 50% travel, supporting Skyports' mission to revolutionize air mobility.

Skyports Aylesbury, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Head of Vehicle Design - USV

The Head of Vehicle Design will lead the design engineering team for USV (Uncrewed Surface Vessel) production, ensuring technical excellence and seamless collaboration with R&D. Responsibilities include setting the technical vision, approving major design decisions, and driving innovation and problem-solving within a multidisciplinary team.

Matchtech Hampshire, United Kingdom £80,000 – £100,000 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

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

Software Engineer

This role involves designing, developing, and delivering robust software solutions for advanced drones, working within a multidisciplinary engineering team. You will influence the entire development lifecycle, from requirements analysis to deployment, and stay at the forefront of UAV technology.

Macstaff Pewsey, Wiltshire, United Kingdom £40,000 – £50,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Flexible Clearance Required

Machinist

This role involves hands-on machining of precision components for advanced UAV platforms, working closely with engineers and technicians. Responsibilities include manual milling, programming 3-axis VMC machinery, and supporting prototype builds from engineering drawings and CAD data.

SR2 Maidenhead, Berkshire, United Kingdom £45,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

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

Project Engineer

This role involves leading the deployment of drones and advanced camera technology for inspecting rail infrastructure, reducing manual maintenance through automation and remote condition monitoring. You will act as a technical authority, driving innovation projects from concept to deployment and engaging with senior stakeholders.

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

Hybrid Contract Clearance Required