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UAV/RPAS Operator

UAV Talent
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1 month ago
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Job Description

UAV Talent is seeking a team-oriented UAV/UAS Operator for a global aerospace business. The project is based in the UK, with deployments overseas.


This role will support a dynamic and innovative Flight Operations team, working in a cohesive and energised environment, developing new technology that is pushing the boundaries of possibility.


You'll be trained to work in a crew of highly-skilled and experienced aviation professionals to operate and test a large Unmanned Air Vehicle for a global aerospace powerhouse.


Additionally, you'll be helping to develop operational procedures, manuals and the overall Flight Operations capability, as well as supporting pioneering engineering tasks to deliver an ambitious and ground-breaking company growth plan.


The role is a permanent position.


Qualifications & Experience:

You’ll ideally have complex/large UAS experience with UAV/RPAS, and/or a Flight Crew licence such as PPL/CPL/LAPL.

Aerospace Engineers with flying/UAV/UAS experience are encouraged to apply.


Must have: 

  • The right to work in the United Kingdom.
  • The ability to deploy for extended period of time.
  • The ability to work in small teams solving complex problems, often under pressure.
  • Be willing to provide referenc...
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