Pilot (UAV)

Job title: UAV Pilot

Location:Maidenhead, Berkshire

The Malloy Aeronautics Team:

Malloy Aeronautics Limited specializes in the development of heavy lift unmanned air vehicles (UAVs) for both civilian and military uses. Located in Berkshire, our operations are notable for their focus on in-house design and manufacturing. This vertical integration means we control the production of most aircraft components on-site, enhancing our ability to innovate and maintain high standards across all stages of development.

About The Role:

Reporting to the Chief Operations Pilot, the successful candidate will be fulfilling a diverse range of flying tasking within an industry leading UAS company, on some of the largest and most advanced uncrewed Air Systems in the world.

The role will include production testing of newly manufactured UAVs, trials flying to explore the envelope of new and nascent designs, instructing both military and civil clients from all over the world to operate our platforms and demonstration flying to showcase our products and their capabilities to new customers. This tasking is often away from our home site, and the role offers fantastic opportunity for travel, diverse flying tasks on a wide array of new and varied platforms, and industry leading training and professional development.

In addition to flying tasking, the successful candidate will assist in supporting the running of the flight operations department including logistics, maintenance, equipment set up and safety management, forming a vital part of safe and efficient operation of our aircraft both on the ground and in the air.

The role represents an exciting opportunity for an experienced UAV pilot, offering excellent career progression and the opportunity to join a fantastic, inclusive and growing team within an industry leading company.

Ability to hold Security Clearance – 5 years residence in the UK

What we are looking for (but not limited to):

The ideal candidate will have a solid foundation of UAV experience including flying in manual modes on Specific category (S2) platforms, preferably more than 50 Hours solo flight. BVLOS experience is highly desirable. Flight Testing or demonstration experience would also be incredibly valued. Any experience of maritime / marine operations, flight testing and flight trials would all be of substantial value. Experience in the military UAS realm or commercial sector would further be highly desirable, but candidates from all backgrounds who meet the requisite standard for interview will be considered.

The right candidate must also be highly flexible to support operational tasking both at home and overseas. An ability to quickly assimilate and retain new information is likewise vital to keep up with a fast-paced operational tempo, and to support the continued development and rapid prototyping of new products fielded to respond to new challenges, and emerging opportunities.

Given the requisite responsibility for the safe conduct of their flying operations, they must be able to deliver tasking independently, including demonstrating robust decision-making skills and an exemplary approach to safety. We’re looking for a candidate that is reliable, self-sufficient, experienced, and above all, does not rest on their laurels, but instead is eager to continually develop.

Essential Skills and Experiences:

• 50+ Hours on Specific Category aircraft
• Manual Mode Flying Experience (STABILISED & ALT HOLD)
• Valid GVC and CAA Flyer ID
• Experience with ArduPilot, ArduCopter, MissionPlanner and QGroundControl
• Ability to quickly assimilate and retain new information
• UAS Technical expertise including log review & equipment configuration desirable
• Unwavering commitment to safety and robust decision-making skills
• BVLOS Experience highly desirable
• Flight Testing / Trials Experience Highly Desirable
• Military or Commercial UAS Experience Highly Desirable
• Occasionally work remotely in the UK and abroad

Desired Skills and Experiences:

• One of the following (existing or expired) BMFA / PFCO / PFAW
• Experience of engineering
• Experience of RC models
• Experience in VLOS Piloting of RPAS
• An understanding of aviation regulations
• Driving License

Benefits you may be eligible for:

• Company Pension Scheme
• Access to 24 Hour Helpline
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (BAE Systems Share Incentive Plan)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Additional holiday with long service
• Healthcare cash plan
• 20 Days of Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
• Statutory Sick Pay
• Three-Day Long Weekend Every Fortnight (Fri-Sun)
• Freshly Cooked Lunch on working Fridays
• Casual Dress
• On-Site Parking

Why Malloy Aeronautics?

Our company benefits from a streamlined process where engineering teams are involved in the entire lifecycle of our UAVs — from initial design through to production. This setup not only speeds up the development process but also improves the efficiency and effectiveness of our product launches. We value professionals who have a background in both research and development (R&D) and design for manufacture, as their expertise is crucial to our rapid and precise product development cycle.

Please be aware that many roles working for Malloy Aeronautics will be subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and your place of birth may limit those roles you can perform for the organisation.

Malloy Aeronautics is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals.

We also want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Note:If you have not heard from our recruitment department within 14 days, unfortunately you have not been successful.