Field Technician (UAV Flight Operations)

ICEYE; Valencia; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

ICEYE in Valencia, Spain, is seeking an Operations Field Technician (UAV Flight Operations) to join the HAPS team. You will assist in preparing, executing, and evaluating ground and flight testing campaigns for the High Altitude Platform System, supporting a large-scale UAV project.

The role requires hands-on prototyping, field operations, and cross-functional coordination. English proficiency and a practical problem-solving mindset are essential; experience with CAD/3D printing and UAV

Qualifications

• Must-have field technician experience in unmanned or high‑performance systems.
• Hands-on prototyping with CAD or 3D printing.
• Strong problem-solving and practical mindset.

Responsibilities

• Perform aircraft setup, flight hardware integration, and field maintenance across testing campaigns.
• Assist with aircraft component integration and systems ground-testing.
• Plan and coordinate flight testing campaigns ensuring readiness.
• Operate and/or pilot UAVs in a support capacity during tests.
• Assess flight results and contribute to improvements.
• Help develop aircraft and operations documentation.

Skills

English proficiency

Field operations experience

Problem solving

Tools

CAD

3D printing

QGroundControl

Job description

• Role: Field Technician (UAV Flight Operations)
• Department: HAPS
• Working type: Hybrid
• Employment is subject to applicable security screening (incl. SUPO, where required)

Role Highlights

• Role: Field Technician (UAV Flight Operations)
• Department: HAPS
• Location: Valencia, Spain
• Working type: Hybrid
• Employment is subject to applicable security screening (incl. SUPO, where required)

As an ICEYE Operations Field Technician you will assist in preparing, executing, and assessing ground and flight testing campaigns for the High Altitude Platform System (HAPS) UAV. You will work as part of a dedicated operations team on a large‑scale UAV project that will influence aviation history.

Day To Day Responsibilities

• Perform aircraft setup, flight hardware integration, and field and central maintenance across testing campaigns.
• Assist with aircraft component integration and systems ground‑testing, including support on aircraft prototyping and systems testing activities.
• Plan and coordinate flight testing campaigns from a technical readiness perspective, ensuring all systems and logistics are prepared for safe and effective execution.
• Operate and/or pilot unmanned aircraft in a support capacity during testing operations.
• Assess and report on flight testing results, contributing to continuous improvement of operations and aircraft performance.
• Assist in the development of aircraft and operations‑related documentation.

Requirements

Must have skills

• 3+ years of experience as a specialist, integration, or field technician in a relevant field (unmanned systems, aircraft, robotics, motorsports, or other high‑performance/high‑complexity systems).
• Hands‑on experience in aircraft, robot, or motorsports prototyping and manufacturing, including familiarity with mechanical prototyping tools (e.g., 3D printing, CAD) and basic UAV/robot components (actuators, motors, ESCs, autopilot systems, etc.).
• Demonstrated field operations experience with strong technical aptitude and a practical, problem‑solving mindset.
• Good command of English, both written and spoken.

Nice to have skills

• Experience in unmanned aircraft testing and operation, including familiarity with autopilot/GPS stack calibration and ground software such as QGroundControl.
• Electronics engineering background with the ability to debug and implement quick software or hardware solutions in the field.
• Familiarity with lightweight composite structures and airframes.
• Valid EASA remote pilot licence up to specific category standard scenarios clearance.
• Good command of Spanish, both written and spoken.
• Proactive, can‑do attitude with a genuine passion for aerospace, robotics, or related fields.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to support your health and wellbeing—at work and beyond. We keep improving them based on employee feedback, and offerings vary by location. Talent Acquisition will confirm what applies for this role and location during the process.

Our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

We want ICEYE to be a place where people can be themselves and do great work. Different backgrounds and perspectives make us stronger, which is why we work to create an environment where people feel included, respected, and able to speak up. Whatever your background, we want you to bring your authentic self to the table.

We’re committed to fair, inclusive hiring and equal opportunity. Everyone is welcome to apply. If you need any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, tell us—we’ll do our best to help.