UAS Remote Pilot - Validations

TEKEVER; Cardigan; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Company pension match 10%

25 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Private dental care

Employee assistance programme

Career development opportunities

Salary sacrifice schemes

Job summary

TEKEVER Defence UK seeks an experienced Validations Remote Pilot to advance our UAS operations and ensure safe, compliant flights from West Wales. You will monitor missions, mitigate hazards, and contribute to continuous improvement of TEKEVER platforms.

Based in West Wales with occasional travel, you will join a mission‑driven team, work five days a week, and support growth across TEKEVER defence initiatives in the UK.

Qualifications

• Aviation knowledge including Ground School and live flying on any type of aircraft.
• Understanding of MET and Airspace.
• Pilot License (LAPL/PPL/HPL…etc).
• Engineering License
• MALE/HALE UAS Platform Certified (H900/H450/WK/MQ)
• MUAS Certified (Puma/DH3/Raven/Stalker)
• Flight Radiotelephony Operating License
• Must be eligible to hold SC clearance and willing to undergo the vetting process.
• Work authorisation in the UK is required
• Language Requirements: Advanced proficiency in English, with proven fluency at the C2 level

Responsibilities

• Supporting the RPIC in the delivery of UAS operations to ensure safe and compliant flights
• Ensure validations comply with necessary regulations and maintain detailed records of flights, incidents and safety assessments
• Enforce adherence to company safety protocols and best practice
• Assist the validations team with flight planning, pre-flight inspections and post flight debriefings
• Provide emergency response guidance in the event of system failures or unexpected hazards
• Train and mentor UAS operators on best practice and risk mitigation strategies
• Maintaining your own currency and competency on specified TEKEVER platforms

Skills

Aviation knowledge

Advanced English (C2)

Ground School

Math & Physics

MET/ Airspace understanding

Pilot License (LAPL/PPL/HPL)

A2 Certificate of Competence

MALE/HALE UAS Platform Certified

MUAS Certified

Flight Radiotelephony License

UK security clearance eligibility

UK work authorisation

Education

Engineering License

CAA/EASA A1/A3 certificates

A2 Certificate of Competence (designation)

Job description

• Engineering License

Are you ready to revolutionise the world with TEKEVER?

At TEKEVER, we lead innovation in Europe as the European leader in unmanned technology, where cutting‑edge advancements meet unparalleled innovation.

Digital | Defence | Security | Space

We operate across four strategic areas, combining artificial intelligence, systems engineering, data science, and aerospace technology to tackle global challenges — from protecting people and critical infrastructure to exploring space.

We offer a unique surveillance‑as‑a‑service solution that delivers real‑time intelligence, enhancing maritime safety and saving lives. Our products and services support strategic and operational decisions in the most demanding environments — whether at sea, on land, in space, or in cyberspace.

Become part of a dynamic, multidisciplinary, and mission‑driven team that is transforming maritime surveillance and redefining global safety standards.

At TEKEVER, our mission is to provide limitless support through mission‑oriented game‑changers, delivering the right information at the right time to empower critical decision‑making.

If you're passionate about technology and eager to shape the future — TEKEVER is the place for you.

TEKEVER Defence — Your mission begins in the UK

The TEKEVER Defence team in the UK is the starting point for those who want to be at the heart of defence innovation. We are developing and deploying cutting‑edge technologies that empower our armed forces and security agencies with the tools for strategic superiority.

If you have a mission‑driven mindset, if you’re passionate about innovation, and if you want to contribute to both national and global security, join our team and be part of a defence strategy that impacts the future.

Mission

As a Validations Remote Pilot you will play a critical role in the delivery of Validations through monitoring flight operations, mitigating hazards performing real‑time interventions and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards.

You will be a team player, capable of operating within complex and challenging environments. You will drive improvement in TEKEVER products through continuous feedback on performance and limitations, and be passionate about solving problems to deliver excellence of our platforms.

You will be based out of our facility in West Wales, with the occasional ask to travel to support growth of other teams as we continue to expand.

You will be required to work for 5 days a week in West Wales to support the validations team, shift times can vary dependent on MET and availability.

Your Responsibilities Will Be

• Supporting the RPIC in the delivery of UAS operations to ensure safe and compliant flights
• Ensure validations comply with necessary regulations and maintain detailed records of flights, incidents and safety assessments
• Enforce adherence to company safety protocols and best practice
• Assist the validations team with flight planning, pre-flight inspections and post flight debriefings
• Provide emergency response guidance in the event of system failures or unexpected hazards
• Train and mentor UAS operators on best practice and risk mitigation strategies
• Maintaining your own currency and competency on specified TEKEVER platforms

Profile And Requirements

• Aviation knowledge including Ground School and live flying on any type of aircraft
• Understanding of MET and Airspace
• A1 and A3 certificates (CAA/EASA)
• Good level of Math and Physics
• Pilot License (LAPL/PPL/HPL…etc)
• A2 Certificate of Competence
• Engineering License
• MALE/HALE UAS Platform Certified (H900/H450/WK/MQ)
• MUAS Certified (Puma/DH3/Raven/Stalker)
• Flight Radiotelephony Operating License
• Must be eligible to hold SC clearance and willing to undergo the vetting process.
• Work authorisation in the UK is required
• Language Requirements: Advanced proficiency in English, with proven fluency at the C2 level

What We Have To Offer You

• Highly competitive salary with a discretionary annual bonus
• A company pension contribution match of up to 10%
• 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Private Medical Insurance (with optional family cover)
• Private Dental care
• An Employee Assistance Programme
• Career development opportunities and dedicated initiatives to boost your skill sets
• Bespoke rewards platform featuring a variety of high street discounts and salary sacrifice schemes, including Electric Car, Cycle to Work, and Technology options

Do you want to know more about us ?

Visit our LinkedIn page athttps://www.linkedin.com/company/tekever/