Chief Pilot

Flowtec Group; Swindon; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading drone technology provider in the UK is seeking an experienced Chief Pilot / Technical Demonstrator to lead drone flight operations and customer demonstrations. This role requires strong hands-on piloting skills, technical proficiency, and the ability to comply with aviation regulations. The successful candidate will serve as the primary technical liaison for clients, conduct training, and support deployment of advanced drone platforms. This position offers a competitive remuneration package and opportunities for international collaboration.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

International collaboration with professionals

Innovative work culture

Qualifications

• Experience in defence or security environments with UAV operations.
• Full professional proficiency in English.
• Military or defence experience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead all UK drone flight operations as the senior pilot.
• Conduct live demonstrations and trials for clients.
• Support integration and deployment of drone platforms.
• Act as primary technical liaison for clients.
• Ensure compliance with aviation and safety regulations.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to improve capabilities.
• Mentor additional pilots as operations grow.

Skills

Hands-on experience as a professional drone pilot

Communication and presentation skills

Technical proficiency

Knowledge of UAV operations and safety procedures

Ability to train and mentor

Job description

About the Role

Seeking an experienced Chief Pilot / Technical Demonstrator to lead drone flight operations and customer demonstrations across the UK. This position combines hands‑on piloting and training with technical integration and client engagement. The successful candidate will serve as the operational lead for UK‑based activities, representing the company in demonstrations, training sessions, and deployments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all UK drone flight operations and act as the senior pilot for the region.
• Conduct live demonstrations, trials, and training for defence and security partners.
• Support the integration and deployment of advanced drone platforms in the field.
• Serve as the primary technical liaison for UK clients during demonstrations and pilot programs.
• Ensure full compliance with UK aviation and safety regulations.
• Collaborate with global engineering and product teams to improve operational capabilities.
• Mentor and train additional pilots as the UK operation grows.

Candidate Profile

• Demonstrated hands‑on experience as a professional drone pilot, ideally within defence or security environments.
• Comprehensive knowledge of UAV operations, safety procedures, and UK aviation regulations.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with confidence in leading customer‑facing activities.
• Strong technical proficiency and the ability to assist with system integration and troubleshooting.
• Military or defence experience is highly desirable.
• Self‑starter comfortable working independently in a dynamic, startup‑style environment.
• Full professional proficiency in English.

What's on Offer

• The opportunity to lead operational activities for a cutting‑edge drone technology provider in the UK.
• Competitive remuneration package.
• International collaboration with top‑tier defence and engineering professionals.
• A fast‑paced, mission‑driven, and innovative work culture.