Senior UAV Test Engineer

Location: Fareham
Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Dependent on Experience

We're redefining what's possible in the world of autonomous air logistics - creating dependable, self-flying cargo aircraft that connect people to the things they need most.

Our advanced long-range, heavy-lift UAV platform has already proven itself in some of the world's harshest environments - delivering medical supplies, supporting wildfire operations, surveying in Antarctica, and carrying out humanitarian aid missions across Europe and beyond.

This is a rare opportunity to join a pioneering team that's shaping the future of unmanned aviation and taking UAV technology from prototype to real-world global deployment.

We're looking for a Senior UAV Test Engineer to take a leading role in validating and proving the performance, safety, and reliability of our cutting-edge UAV systems.

You'll plan, execute, and report on test campaigns across structural, electro-mechanical, and propulsion systems - guiding projects from concept through to certification. This is a hands-on, technically challenging role where your work will directly enable next-generation flight operations.

• Develop and deliver detailed test plans and qualification procedures from system requirements.

• Conduct and oversee ground and flight tests to ensure safety, accuracy, and compliance.

• Design and build test rigs, jigs, and fixtures for component and subsystem validation.

• Support integration and verification of mechanical, propulsion, and control systems.

• Analyse and feed results back into design, driving product improvements.

• Produce test documentation and reports to support certification activities.

• Collaborate across Engineering, Manufacturing, and Flight Test teams to deliver safe, efficient test campaigns.

• Champion safety, quality, and continuous improvement in all test operations.

• Degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering (or equivalent).

• 5+ years' experience in aerospace, UAVs, or similar complex system testing.

• Strong knowledge of test system design, instrumentation, and data acquisition (DAQ).

• Hands-on experience with electro-mechanical, structural, or propulsion system testing (internal combustion experience desirable).

• Familiarity with CAD tools such as SolidWorks (for fixture design).

• Experience with environmental testing (temperature, vibration, humidity, EMC/EMI).

• Understanding of aerospace testing standards (RTCA DO-160, MIL-STD-810, DEF STAN 00-35).

• Proven ability to diagnose issues and collaborate with design teams for resolution.

• Eligible to work in the UK, with ability to obtain security clearance if required.

• Analytical, methodical, and detail-driven.

• A self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

• Passionate about aviation technology and testing innovation.

• A clear communicator who builds credibility across disciplines.

• Work on cutting-edge UAV technology transforming logistics and humanitarian operations.

• Join a mission-driven organisation making a tangible global impact.

• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary engineering team at the forefront of autonomous flight.

• Enjoy excellent opportunities for career growth and professional development.

Ready to take UAV innovation to new heights?
Apply now to become our next Senior UAV Test Engineer.