Global UAV MRO Senior Technician — Deployment & Field Ops

Matchtech Mobility; Fareham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Matchtech Mobility seeks a skilled MRO Senior Technician (Global Deployment) to maintain and support Windracers UAVs, ensuring top operational standards. The role includes a demanding 6 weeks on / 2 weeks off rota, with deployment across diverse environments, including potential austere and conflict zones.

You will lead maintenance activities, coordinate with engineering teams, and stay compliant with aviation regulations while travel may be required globally.

Qualifications

• Experienced vehicle technician in air, automotive, marine or rail environments.
• Proficient in mechanical or electrical/electronic fault diagnosis.
• Supervisory experience in trade groups.
• Ability to read and provide feedback on engineering drawings.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned fleet modifications and ensure successful implementation.
• Complete scheduled maintenance and inspections.
• Diagnose, plan and complete unscheduled maintenance and repairs.
• Collaborate with engineering/R&D on post-manufacture modifications.
• Conduct ground testing for QA and fault diagnosis.
• Rectify faults found during ground testing and document results.
• Support ground handling, refuelling and flight operations.
• Ensure compliance with airspace regulations and safety protocols.
• Document issues and report data for traceability.
• Stay updated on aviation regulations and permits.

Skills

Vehicle fault diagnosis

Supervisory experience

Reading engineering drawings

MS Office

Job description

Matchtech Mobility seeks a skilled MRO Senior Technician (Global Deployment) to maintain and support Windracers UAVs, ensuring top operational standards. The role includes a demanding 6 weeks on / 2 weeks off rota, with deployment across diverse environments, including potential austere and conflict zones.

You will lead maintenance activities, coordinate with engineering teams, and stay compliant with aviation regulations while travel may be required globally.