UAS Technician

QinetiQ; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 34,200 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Matched contribution pension scheme

Generous holiday allowance

Private Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Employee discount portal

Armed Forces Covenant support

Volunteering opportunities

Job summary

QinetiQ invites applications for a UAS Technician at our Farnborough site. You will be responsible for the preparation, maintenance and operation of the Uncrewed Systems assets used in Test & Evaluation trials.

The role requires a proactive approach to scheduled maintenance, safety compliance, and efficient troubleshooting. Essential candidates have 3–5 years in a regulated, safety-focused environment with UAS flying experience, plus an engineering qualification or Eng Tech pathway and a full UK

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience in a regulated, safety-focused environment with Uncrewed Systems.
• UAS flying experience and knowledge of multiple UAS platforms.
• High-level IT competence and ability to learn new systems quickly.
• Experience using online manuals and maintenance recording solutions.

Responsibilities

• Build, test, repair and disassemble UAS and payloads per approved data.
• Operate and maintain UAS during trials.
• Diagnose faults and troubleshoot UAS and related equipment.
• Ensure delivery meets customer target requirements and complies with air publications and OEM manuals.

Skills

UAS flying experience

IT competence

Uncrewed Systems knowledge

Ability to learn new systems

Education

Engineering qualification or apprenticeship

Eng Tech registration track

CAA Remote Piloting qualifications (Desirable)

Job description

Package: £34,200 - £38,000 (salary dependent on experience) + Benefits

Role ID: SF 20242

Are you ready to be part of the future? At QinetiQ, we’re not just imagining tomorrow we are creating it. From cutting-edge defence technology to ground-breaking innovations our mission is to empower and protect lives. Join us as a UAS Technician at our Farnborough site, where you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in partnership with some of the most brilliant minds.

The Role

As a UAS Technician, you’ll report to the Team Leader and will be responsible for the preparation, maintenance and operation of the diverse range of Uncrewed Systems assets for Test & Evaluation trials.

Day-to-day, you’ll be involved with scheduled and routine maintenance of the Uncrewed Systems within the scope of the approved data and manuals and will include operating the Uncrewed Systems which the individual is trained and competent on.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Building, functional testing, repairing and the disassembly of Uncrewed Systems and associated payloads in accordance with approved data
• Operating and maintaining Uncrewed Systems during trials
• Problem solving and fault diagnosis on Uncrewed Systems and associated
• equipment
• Ensuring that every effort is made to achieve the Customer target requirements
• Applying all standards required by the relevant Air Publications, OEM Manuals, QinetiQ Operating Framework and CAA Regulatory Publications

Essential experience of the UAS Technician:

• Have 3-5 years’ experience of working in a regulated and safety focused environment on Uncrewed Systems
• UAS flying experience
• Experience and knowledge of a variety of Uncrewed Systems technologies and types
• Demonstrable high level of IT competence including the ability to learn new systems as required
• Using Online Manuals and maintenance recording solutions

Essential qualifications for the UAS Technician:

• Possession of CAA Remote Piloting qualifications (Highly Desirable)
• Engineering qualification (Mechanical, Aerospace or Electrical) or have completed a relevant engineering apprenticeship
• Professionally registered as an Eng Tech (or capable of progressing to Eng Tech)
• Full UK Driving Licence

We value difference and we don’t have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education, provided you can show the required level of experience and willingness to learn then we would like to hear from you.

This role is 37 hours per week based at our Farnborough site with a minimum average site attendance of three days per week. Flexible working patterns are available where travel to other QinetiQ and customer sites will be expected.

Farnborough

At our Farnborough site exciting work takes place at our state-of-the-art facility, with high-energy laser technologies, our 5m pressurised wind tunnel which has a simulation capability that is unique in the UK and our large research and development projects is a real hub of creativity, research and innovation. Join our talented teams of Engineers, IT & Cyber Specialists, Project Managers, Group Functions Teams and many more to provide future defences in the UK.

Please note that all applicants for this role must be eligible for SC clearance, as a minimum.

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Our Recruitment Process

At QinetiQ we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible and welcoming workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We believe that a diverse mix of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences drives innovation and leads to better outcomes for our people, customers and communities. We encourage applications from all candidates and are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know by emailing [e-mail]. One of our recruitment team will contact you.

Many roles in QinetiQ are subject to national security vetting being completed, applicants who already hold the appropriate level of vetting may be able to transfer it upon appointment. A number of roles are also subject to additional restrictions, which means factors such as nationality or previous nationalities may affect the roles that you can be employed in.

Why Join QinetiQ

As we continue to grow into new markets around the world, there’s never been a more exciting time to join QinetiQ. The formula for success is our appetite for innovation and having the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges.

As a QinetiQ employee, you’ll experience a unique working environment where teams from different backgrounds, disciplines and experiences enjoy collaborating widely and openly as we undertake this exciting and rewarding journey. Through effective teamwork, and pulling together, you’ll get to experience what happens when we all share different perspectives, blend disciplines, and link technologies; constantly discovering new ways of solving complex problems in a diverse and inclusive environment where you can be authentic, feel valued and realise your full potential. Visit our website to read more about our diverse and inclusive workplace culture. www.qinetiq.com/en/careers/life-at-qinetiq

Our Benefits

• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Generous holiday allowance, with the option to purchase additional days
• Options to join Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance
• Employee discount portal: Personal Accident Insurance, Travel Insurance, Restaurants, Cinema Tickets and much more
• We are proud to support the Armed Forces community by honouring the Armed Forces Covenant and maintaining our Gold Award standard in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme
• Volunteering Opportunities - helping charities and local community

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