Senior UAS Technician

QinetiQ

UAS Senior Technician preparing, maintaining, and operating Uncrewed Systems at QinetiQ in Farnborough. Engaging with a team to ensure excellence in Test & Evaluation trials.

Posted 7/2/2026full-timeFarnborough • 🇬🇧 United KingdomSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Report to the Team Leader
Responsible for the preparation, maintenance and operation of the diverse range of Uncrewed Systems assets for Test & Evaluation trials
Involved with scheduled and routine maintenance of the Uncrewed Systems within the scope of the approved data and manuals
Include operating the Uncrewed Systems which the individual is trained and competent on
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

Requirements

What you’ll need

3-5 years’ experience of working in a regulated and safety focussed 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
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

Benefits

Comp & perks

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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Hard Skills & Tools

Uncrewed Systems MaintenanceFunctional TestingRepairing Uncrewed SystemsDisassembly of Uncrewed SystemsProblem SolvingIT CompetenceUsing Online ManualsMaintenance Recording Solutions

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailCustomer Focus

Certifications

CAA Remote Piloting QualificationsEng Tech Registration