Latest Robotics Engineer Jobs

Autonomous Systems Engineer

This role involves designing, developing, and integrating advanced control and autonomy capabilities for military aviation. You'll work with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions, from concept and simulation to real-world deployment and operational trials.

Matchtech Farnborough, GU14 7JT, United Kingdom £47,000 – £52,500 pa

Staff Engineer, Autonomy and Motion Planning (R5263)

Develop and architect tactical autonomy software for unmanned systems operating across air, land, sea, and space domains. Focus on implementing multi-agent coordination, mission behaviors, and survivability in contested environments, with full lifecycle ownership from design to deployment. Collaborate with engineering, operations, and vehicle integration teams to deliver scalable, high-assurance autonomy solutions.

Shield AI London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Staff Engineer, Software Autonomy Applications (R4962)

This role involves enabling customers to successfully integrate and use Shield AI's Hivemind autonomy software for AI and autonomy development across unmanned platforms. The engineer will develop applications using the SDK, provide technical training, debug integration issues, and support product deployment at customer sites. Work includes hands-on software development in C++ and Python, field support, and collaboration with product teams to improve offerings based on customer feedback.

Shield AI London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Lead Software Engineer

Lead the design and implementation of software for underwater robotics systems, overseeing multidisciplinary teams and complex technical projects from architecture to delivery. Focus on subsea vehicles and robotic functions, integrating embedded and application-level software while ensuring safety, quality, and alignment with system-level requirements. Work closely with engineering disciplines and customers in a defence and security context.

Saab United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

UAV Concept Engineer

The role involves developing and refining unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) concepts through rapid iterative design, using flight and test data to improve conceptual models. You'll perform sizing, aerodynamic analysis, and trade studies while building and maintaining automated design tools. The position bridges conceptual design and real-world performance, focusing on evidence-based model improvement within a multidisciplinary autonomy team.

Saab United Kingdom

System Design Engineer

Lead the integration of third-party COTS payloads such as radios, GPS, and AI vision/LIDAR hardware onto uncrewed aerial systems, focusing on hands-on engineering and physical calculations. Work within agile sprints to define interface control documents, perform RF and power budgeting, and review avionics schematics. The role emphasizes practical problem-solving over formal documentation processes.

Randstad Technologies Recruitment Salisbury, Wiltshire, United Kingdom £400 – £600 pd

Technical Sales Engineer

This role involves promoting a diverse portfolio of electronic components and engineered solutions, including RF connectors, thermal management solutions, and cable assemblies. The Technical Sales Engineer will identify new business opportunities, build customer relationships, and support technical design-in activities from initial enquiry to production launch, working closely with Fujikura's engineering and manufacturing teams.

Fujikura Europe Ltd Chessington South, London, United Kingdom £40,000 – £55,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Senior Systems Engineer

This role involves leading systems engineering activities for UAV development, including requirements management, system design, and integration. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless system integration and performance, with a focus on cutting-edge autonomous and unmanned aviation technologies.

Matchtech Herefordshire, United Kingdom £75,000 – £85,000 pa

UAV Electronics Integration Engineer

This role involves designing, prototyping, and integrating electronic systems for UAVs, translating early-stage concepts into functional hardware. The engineer will develop power systems, sensors, communications, and avionics, then integrate and validate them within complete drone platforms. Close collaboration with mechanical, software, and systems teams is required throughout the development and testing lifecycle.

Morson Edge Semley, Wiltshire, SP7 9AU, United Kingdom £60 – £65 ph

Land Surveyor

This role involves conducting land, topographic, hydrographic, and measured building surveys using advanced tools such as robotic total stations, 3D scanners, and drones. The surveyor will process and analyse data using software like AutoCAD, Trimble Business Centre, and GIS, produce detailed survey drawings, manage point cloud data, and support engineering teams with setting out and as-built surveys on a major infrastructure project.

Carmichael UK Chipping Warden, Northamptonshire, OX17 1LA, United Kingdom £43,000 – £45,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Aircraft Electricians / Avionics

Assemble, install, test, and repair electronic and avionics systems in unmanned aircraft and associated ground equipment. Work within a multidisciplinary team to integrate systems, conduct diagnostics, and ensure compliance through precise technical work and documentation. Utilise test equipment, interpret schematics, and support pre-delivery preparation of UAS platforms.

MPI Limited Fareham, Hampshire, United Kingdom £28 ph

On-site Contract Clearance Required

Aircraft Technicians

Assemble, test, and maintain avionics and electronic systems for unmanned aircraft and associated ground equipment. Work within a production team to integrate and verify UAS systems, conduct diagnostics, and ensure compliance through accurate technical documentation and collaboration with engineers and operators.

MPI Limited Fareham, Hampshire, United Kingdom £28 ph

On-site Contract Clearance Required

Head of UAV Integration

Lead the end-to-end integration of advanced UAV platforms, ensuring mechanical, electrical, and avionic systems are assembled to specification and ready for testing and delivery. Work across engineering, production, and subcontractors to resolve technical issues, drive build efficiency, and maintain configuration control. This role involves shaping integration processes as production scales and requires regular travel to European sites.

Electus Recruitment London, United Kingdom

Electronics CAD Technician

The role involves creating and maintaining electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and cable harness documentation using SolidWorks Electrical. The technician will work closely with engineers to produce accurate and controlled documentation for manufacturing, testing, and supporting reliable electrical assemblies.

Windracers Fareham, Hampshire, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent