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UAV Talent
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Job Description Lead the future of UAV weather sensing
UAV Talent is seeking a forward-thinking UAS Operations Manager to
spearhead the next generation of automated drone operations across
the UK and Europe. You’ll be at the helm of a world-class programme
focused on atmospheric data and climate research-driven by
advanced, highly autonomous UAS platforms. This is not your
standard drone job. It’s about scaling BVLOS missions, integrating
cutting-edge payloads, and crafting the aviation systems that
underpin a truly automated fleet. You’ll own regulatory readiness,
technical operations, and client integration in one of the most
exciting sectors in aerospace. What You’ll be working on:
Operational Strategy & Compliance - Lead and evolve all
regulatory documentation - Operations Manuals and the SORA Package

  • Own Operational Authorisation submissions and airspace access
    processes across CAA, EASA, and ANSPs. - Build and maintain the
    systems that enable safe, repeatable BVLOS autonomous flight. Fleet
    & Mission Oversight - Ensure airworthiness, spares
    availability, and mission readiness across the drone fleet. - Lead
    client-specific UAV/payload integrations for highly customised
    scientific missions. - Grow and guide a skilled team across
    operations, safety, and engineering support. Stakeholder Engagement
    & Innovation - Act as the interface between technical teams,
    customers, and regulators. - Support R&D on autonomy, airspace
    integration, and performance scaling. - Represent operations in
    bids, live demos, and technical consultations. About the Company
    Our client is a fast-growing, employee-owned science and tech firm
    focused on climate and atmospheric data, with projects spanning
    Europe and the Arctic. Operating at the intersection of robotics,
    aviation, and science, they blend a start-up culture with
    real-world impact-working in low-bureaucracy, high-autonomy
    environments. What You Bring - Expertise in UAS operations and
    aviation compliance (CAP 722, EU 2019/947, SORA). - Experience
    managing automated or semi-autonomous UAS systems. - Excellent
    communicator, able to brief regulators, clients, and C-suite
    leaders alike. - Proven ability to lead in both strategic planning
    and real-time operations. Bonus Points For: - Exposure to
    meteorological or atmospheric science. - Project management
    credentials. - Familiarity with AI tools or automation frameworks.
  • Industry group involvement or safety/first aid training. The
    Offer - £45,000–£50,000 salary - Flexible/hybrid working - 30 days
    holiday + Bank Holidays - International travel opportunities - EMI
    share options & pension scheme Please contact
    or apply directly.

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