UAS Remote Pilot - Validations

NIF; Wales; Remote; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

Private Dental care

Employee Assistance Programme

Pension contribution match

Job summary

TEKEVER Defence in the UK seeks a Validations Remote Pilot to monitor flight operations, mitigate hazards, and ensure compliance with relevant regulations. You will contribute to continuous improvement of TEKEVER platforms and work from our West Wales facility.

You will be based in West Wales, with occasional travel to support growth. Five days per week, shifts vary with MET and availability. English at advanced level is essential.

Qualifications

• Aviation knowledge and flight experience required.
• Strong understanding of MET and airspace.
• CAA/EASA A1/A3 certs or equivalent.
• Pilot license (LAPL/PPL/HPL) preferred.
• English at advanced level (C2).
• Engineering or technical background beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support RPIC in delivering UAS operations safely and compliantly.
• Maintain detailed flight records and safety assessments.
• Enforce TEKEVER safety protocols and best practices.
• Assist in flight planning, pre-flight inspections and post-flight debriefs.
• Provide emergency guidance for system failures or hazards.
• Mentor UAS operators in risk mitigation.
• Maintain currency on TEKEVER platforms.

Skills

Ground School

Aviation knowledge

MET & Airspace

Pilot License

English Proficiency

Security clearance

MUAS Certified

Education

CAA/AESA certs (A1/A3)

Pilot License (LAPL/PPL/HPL)

Engineering License

Tools

Flight Control Systems

UAS Platforms

Job description

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:

• At TEKEVER, we offer a comprehensive package designed to reward, support, and develop our people.
• This includes a highly competitive salary with a discretionary annual bonus and a company pension contribution match of up to 10%.
• To support your wellbeing, we provide 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, Private Medical Insurance (with optional family cover), Private Dental care, and an Employee Assistance Programme.
• We are deeply committed to investing in future talent; our scale allows us to provide clear career development opportunities and dedicated initiatives to boost your skill sets, ensuring you remain future-ready for the evolving workplace.
• Furthermore, our team enjoys access to a 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 at https://www.linkedin.com/company/tekever/