Aerospace Engineer (UAS Airworthiness)

Quast Ltd; Stoke Gifford; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace contractor is seeking an Aerospace Engineer (Professional II) to join their UAS-1 Global Operations Team. The role involves managing Release to Service recommendations and overseeing Air System Safety Cases for uncrewed platforms. Candidates should have a military aerospace background and the ability to work in a joint military and civil team. The position offers a competitive daily rate of up to £550, with an initial contract duration until March 31, 2026, and a hybrid working model based in Bristol.

Qualifications

• Experience working within a Military Aerospace Environment.
• Ability to work effectively within a joint military and civil team.

Responsibilities

• Manage Op A RTS and RTSR (Release to Service Recommendations).
• Oversee the Op A Air System Safety Case (ASSC) and TASA.
• Manage Airworthiness certification and ADS activities.

Skills

Aerospace Background

Team Environment

Education

Qualified Incorporated Engineer (IEng) or Chartered Engineer (CEng)

Job description

Location: Bristol (Abbey Wood) – Hybrid (~2 days onsite)

Rate: Up to £550 per day (Inside IR35)

Duration: Contract until 31/03/2026

Security: Candidates will be required to hold or complete SC level vetting prior to commencing the role.

Deadline: 14:00 on 12/12/2025

The Role

We are recruiting for an Aerospace Engineer (Professional II) to support the UAS-1 Global Operations Team.

This is a critical role working alongside Project Managers and Engineers to support Global Ops and the UAS Core delivery team. You will be responsible for Release to Service (RTS) recommendations and Air System Safety Cases for complex uncrewed platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Release to Service: Manage Op A RTS and RTSR (Release to Service Recommendations).
• Safety Cases: Oversee the Op A Air System Safety Case (ASSC) and TASA.
• Airworthiness: Manage Airworthiness certification and ADS activities.

Skills & Experience

Essential

• Aerospace Background: Experience working within a Military Aerospace Environment.
• Team Environment: Ability to work effectively within a joint military and civil team.

Desirable

• UAV Experience: Prior work within a Military UAV/UAS environment.
• Technical Deliverables: Experience with Air Systems Safety Case production, MilCam, and RTS.
• Qualifications: Qualified Incorporated Engineer (IEng) or Chartered Engineer (CEng).

The Offer

• Rate: Up to £550/day (Inside IR35).
• Location: Bristol (Abbey Wood) with hybrid working (approx. 2 days in office, 3 days WFH).
• Contract: Initial engagement until 31st March 2026.