Senior UAS Technician - Flight Systems & Maintenance Lead

• Report to the Team Leader and be responsible for the preparation, maintenance and operation of the diverse range of Uncrewed Systems assets for Test & Evaluation trials

• Involved with scheduled and routine maintenance of the Uncrewed Systems within the scope of the approved data and manuals

• Operate the Uncrewed Systems which the individual is trained and competent on

• Build, functional test, repair and disassemble Uncrewed Systems and associated payloads in accordance with approved data

• Operate and maintain Uncrewed Systems during trials

• Problem solving and fault diagnosis on Uncrewed Systems and associated equipment

• Ensure that every effort is made to achieve the Customer target requirements

• Apply all standards required by the relevant Air Publications, OEM Manuals, QinetiQ Operating Framework and CAA Regulatory Publications

Requirements

• 3-5 years’ experience of working in a regulated and safety focussed environment on Uncrewed Systems
• UAS flying experience
• Experience and knowledge of a variety of Uncrewed Systems technologies and types
• Demonstrable high level of IT competence including the ability to learn new systems as required
• Using Online Manuals and maintenance recording solutions
• Possession of CAA Remote Piloting qualifications (Highly Desirable)
• Engineering qualification (Mechanical, Aerospace or Electrical) or completed a relevant engineering apprenticeship
• Professionally registered as an Eng Tech (or capable of progressing to Eng Tech)
• Full UK Driving Licence

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Hard Skills

• Uncrewed Systems Maintenance
• Functional Testing
• Repair and Disassembly
• IT Competence
• Regulatory Compliance

Soft Skills

• Problem Solving
• Attention to Detail

Certifications & Qualifications

• CAA Remote Piloting Qualifications
• Eng Tech Registration