UAS (Unmanned Aerial Systems) Field Service Technician

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Are you ready to revolutionise the world with TEKEVER? 🚀🌍

At TEKEVER, we lead innovation in Europe as the European leader in unmanned technology, where cutting-edge advancements meet unparalleled innovation.

💻 Digital | 🛡️ Defence | 🔒 Security | 🛰️ Space

We operate across four strategic areas, combining artificial intelligence, systems engineering, data science, and aerospace technology to tackle global challenges — from protecting people and critical infrastructure to exploring space.

We offer a unique surveillance-as-a-service solution that delivers real-time intelligence, enhancing maritime safety and saving lives. Our products and services support strategic and operational decisions in the most demanding environments — whether at sea, on land, in space, or in cyberspace.

🌐 Become part of a dynamic, multidisciplinary, and mission-driven team that is transforming maritime surveillance and redefining global safety standards.

At TEKEVER, our mission is to provide limitless support through mission-oriented game-changers, delivering the right information at the right time to empower critical decision-making.

If you're passionate about technology and eager to shape the future — TEKEVER is the place for you. 👇🏻🎯



TEKEVER Defenceis responsible for the development and delivery of TEKEVER’s offering to the defence market, with a core focus to deliver innovative, battle winning capabilities to NATO defence partners. It is divided into five main departments: Capability, Delivery, Operations, Test and Evaluation, and Business Development and Strategy.

This role sits within TEKEVER Defence’s growing Defence Operations function, responsible for supporting our customers through active deployments across the world.

Mission:

As a Field Service Technician you will play a critical role in the delivery of missions through supporting flight operations. In addition, mitigating hazards performing real-time interventions and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards.

You will be a team player, capable of operating within complex and challenging environments. You will drive improvement in TEKEVER products through continuous feedback on performance and limitations, and be passionate about solving problems to deliver excellence for our customers.

You will be required to work for a minimum of 3 days a week in South West England when not on active deployment.

What will be your responsibilities:


  • Perform UAV system modifications, hardware integrations, and troubleshooting
  • Conduct installations and maintenance of UAVs at various client locations
  • Work closely with engineers to ensure seamless integration of new systems and technologies
  • Support the development of training materials and deliver training to clients in both benign and hostile environments
  • Provide technical support and solutions in both on-site and remote locations

Profile and requirements:


  • Experience in UAV systems, avionics, electronics, or mechanical engineering
  • Proven technical knowledge and hands-on experience with UAV modifications and integrations
  • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and in teams
  • Ability to work in diverse environments, including remote or hostile conditions
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact with clients and technical teams
  • Fluent in English; knowledge of additional languages (e.g., Portuguese) is an advantage
  • A1 and A3 certificates (CAA/EASA)
  • Good level of maths and physics
  • Technical degree or certification in UAV systems, electronics, avionics, or related field
  • Experience in field service or technical support roles, ideally in aerospace or similar industries
  • Relevant certifications in UAV operation and safety are desirable
  • Military or aviation experience is a plus, but not required
  • Must be eligible to hold SC clearance and willing to undergo the vetting process.
  • Work authorisation in the UK is required.

What we have to offer you:


  • An excellent work environment and an opportunity to make a difference;
  • Salary Compatible with the level of proven experience.
  • Company pension contribution match up to 10%
  • Medical Insurance
  • Performance bonus tied to organisational and personal performance

Do you want to know more about us ?

Visit our LinkedIn page athttps://www.linkedin.com/company/tekever/

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