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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

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RAE Training Instructor – Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS)

This role involves designing, delivering, and assuring Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS) pilot training as part of a Recognised Assessment Entity (RAE). The instructor will develop SORA-based training courses, maintain regulatory compliance with CAA and EASA standards, deliver RAE programmes, and support safety and quality management systems. The position requires active involvement in curriculum development, risk assessments, and maintaining operational currencies across multiple UAS platforms.

Eagle Eye Innovations Ltd Lincoln, Lincolnshire, United Kingdom

On-site 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

Design & Development Engineer

This role involves end-to-end development of advanced robotic systems, focusing on mechanical design and prototyping for safety-critical inspection applications. You'll create 3D CAD models, build and test prototypes, and collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams. The position offers ownership of product development from concept to manufacture, working on innovative wall-climbing robotics.

ATA Recruitment Kings Norton, West Midlands (county), B38 8SD, United Kingdom £40,000 – £45,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Systems Test Engineer

Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software and V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft. With offices and facilities across the U.S.,...

Shield AI London, United Kingdom

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

Data Architect

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

Permanent

Business Development & Sales Lead - UK

This role involves driving business development and sales for Shield AI's V-BAT ISR unmanned aircraft and Hivemind autonomy platform within the UK defence and government sector, with a focus on special operations and urgent operational requirements. The candidate will identify and shape capability needs, manage complex sales cycles, and build trusted relationships with end-users, programme offices, and strategic partners. They will act as a bridge between operational insight and technical solutioning, working cross-functionally to deliver mission-critical autonomous systems at pace.

Shield AI London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Senior Modelling & Simulation Engineer - Flight Control Systems

Lead the development and integration of high-fidelity flight control system models into aircraft simulation environments for an eVTOL aircraft. Support certification, handling qualities assessments, and real-time simulation across desktop, pilot-in-the-loop, and hardware-in-the-loop platforms. Drive modelling standards, traceability, and credibility across the simulation lifecycle.

Vertical Aerospace Bristol, BS1 3BF, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Software Solutions Architect

This role involves defining and developing end-to-end software architecture for advanced robotic and vehicle automation systems, with a strong focus on safety-critical design. You will lead the integration of computer vision, sensor systems, digital twins, and real-time simulations within a robotics R&D environment. The position requires close collaboration with hardware and software teams to deploy robust, high-integrity autonomous systems.

Electus Recruitment Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Software Engineer

This role involves developing and certifying airborne software for commercial aircraft modifications, focusing on safety-critical systems such as cabin interiors, onboard networks, and avionics. The engineer will work across the full software lifecycle, ensuring compliance with aviation standards like DO-178B/C and supporting certification with EASA and FAA. Collaboration with cross-functional teams and suppliers is key, along with maintaining documentation and improving engineering processes.

Shorterm Group Surrey, United Kingdom £60,000 – £75,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

This role involves developing embedded software for unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) platforms used in defence and security applications. You'll work on low-level drivers, real-time systems, and hardware-software integration, with a focus on reliability and performance. The role includes testing, debugging, and compliance with safety and regulatory standards in a cutting-edge autonomous systems environment.

Matchtech Cardigan, Dyfed, United Kingdom

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

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

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