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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

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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

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

Flight Test Engineer

This role involves planning, executing, and reporting flight and ground tests to verify aircraft performance. You will own test areas, develop test plans, lead test coordination, analyze data, and mentor junior engineers while ensuring safety and compliance with aviation standards.

Windracers Fareham, Hampshire, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Senior Actuation Systems Engineer

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

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

Senior UAV Flight Test Engineer

This role involves planning and executing ground and flight-test campaigns for unmanned aircraft systems, with a focus on generating traceable evidence for safety and regulatory approvals. The engineer will lead test discipline practices, support technical discussions with regulators, and help build scalable verification and validation processes. Emphasis is placed on practical field experience and assurance of autonomy-related functions.

Matchtech West Yorkshire, United Kingdom £62,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent

Head of Engineering Capability

The Head of Engineering Capability is responsible for establishing and governing the engineering operating model, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and certification standards. Key responsibilities include developing engineering frameworks, technology roadmaps, performance governance, and leading issue resolution. The role is central to redefining aerospace engineering best practices within a DOA environment.

Vertical Aerospace Bristol, BS1 3BF, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Senior Design for Manufacture Engineer

We’re looking for an experienced Manufacturing/DFM Engineer to join our team in further developing our advanced logistics UAS. This is a role within the Design Team that will lead the transition of new designs into production, while applying DFM/DFA principles...

Windracers Fareham, Hampshire, United Kingdom

On-site 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

Autonomy Integration Engineer

This role involves integrating advanced autonomy software onto unmanned aircraft systems, preparing them for flight, and supporting live test operations in dynamic environments. The engineer will troubleshoot complex hardware-software interactions, analyze mission data, and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to refine system performance. Emphasis is placed on real-world deployment, reliability, and bridging R&D with operational readiness in defense-critical applications.

Shield AI London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Manager, Autonomy Applications Engineering (R5188)

This role involves leading a team of Forward Deployed Engineers to support customer deployment and operational success with the Hivemind SDK, a core autonomy software platform. The manager will ensure technical excellence in on-site and virtual customer engagements, translating mission objectives into actionable engineering plans while driving product improvements through field feedback. The position requires strong technical leadership, customer collaboration, and cross-functional alignment with engineering and product teams to enhance deployment processes and long-term customer outcomes.

Shield AI London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Lead Systems Integration Engineer

This role involves leading the integration of UAV platforms, bridging design, production, and external manufacturing partners to scale from prototypes to repeatable manufacturing. The engineer will work hands-on across mechanical, electrical, avionics, propulsion, and mission systems, ensuring technical compatibility, process standardisation, and flight readiness. Responsibilities include root cause analysis, documentation management, and supporting training and testing across the full system lifecycle.

Electus Recruitment London, United Kingdom £50,000 – £85,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Engineering Configuration Manager

This role involves ensuring engineering data integrity and configuration control across drones and uncrewed aerial systems throughout their product lifecycle. You'll manage bills of materials, engineering change processes, and data consistency across PLM, CAD, and ERP systems, acting as a key technical interface between design, production, and quality teams. The position supports both operational precision and strategic data structuring within a scalable engineering platform.

Electus Recruitment London, United Kingdom £70,000 – £90,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Geospatial Apprenticeship Trainer

Zenith are looking to recruit a Geospatial Apprenticeship Trainer. The role is to deliver high-quality teaching and learning for the Level 3 Geospatial Survey Technician apprenticeship, both face-to-face and remotely. Manage a caseload of learners and employers, ensuring timely achievement...

We Are Zenith Hebburn, Tyne & Wear, United Kingdom