UAV Engineer: Rapid Maritime UAS Prototyping

SubSea Craft Limited; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative maritime technology company based in the UK is seeking a UAV Engineer to develop and prototype special-purpose Unmanned Aerial Systems. The successful candidate will engage in both design and hands-on tasks, working in a rapid development environment. Candidates should hold a relevant degree and have experience with UAS, with a desire to innovate and solve engineering challenges. The position offers a salary between £40,000 and £50,000 based on experience.

Benefits

Annual Leave – 25 days plus bank holidays

Wellbeing Day

Private Healthcare

Life Assurance and Critical Illness Cover

Enhanced Family Leave

Christmas Leave

Professional Development

Pension Contribution

Flexible Working

Inclusive Culture

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of applicable work experience.
• Experience with fixed-wing and/or multirotor UAS.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the ongoing development of special-purpose Unmanned Aerial Systems.
• Rapid prototyping of UAS systems from concept to functionality.
• Mechanical and electrical design of UAS platforms.

Skills

Unmanned Aerial Systems experience

Mechanical design

Prototyping skills

Teamwork

Initiative

Education

Bachelor’s or master's degree in relevant STEM discipline

Tools

Autopilot software

Programming in C++, C, Python

GCS software

Job description

An innovative maritime technology company based in the UK is seeking a UAV Engineer to develop and prototype special-purpose Unmanned Aerial Systems. The successful candidate will engage in both design and hands-on tasks, working in a rapid development environment. Candidates should hold a relevant degree and have experience with UAS, with a desire to innovate and solve engineering challenges. The position offers a salary between £40,000 and £50,000 based on experience.