Descripción de la oferta
Head of UAV Systems | Shape the Future of Unmanned FlightImagine being the technical backbone behind next-generation unmanned aerial vehicles owning the system end-to-end and setting the direction that turns bold aerospace concepts into flight-ready reality.We're looking for a Head of UAV Systems to act as the technical authority and system owner across full UAV development programs from early concept and requirements definition through detailed design, prototyping, integration, testing, and flight qualification.This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who thrives in complex aerospace environments and is driven by results, quality, and delivery.The OpportunityJoin a fast-scaling aerospace innovator revolutionising the defense industry with cutting-edge UAV technologies. Working alongside global government and defense partners, you'll help deliver high-performance, mission-critical systems that redefine speed, precision, and cost-effectiveness in modern operations.What You'll Be Responsible ForTechnical Leadership & System OwnershipAct as system architect and technical authority for UAV programsOwn system-level decisions, trade-offs, and architecture coherenceEnsure alignment across all subsystems and interfacesRequirements & Vehicle DesignLead system and subsystem requirements definitionTranslate mission and regulatory needs into verifiable technical requirementsGuide aerodynamic design, flight performance, structural sizing, and materials selectionOptimise performance, weight, cost, reliability, and manufacturabilityHands-on Engineering & PrototypingStay directly involved in prototype manufacturing and assemblyLead metallic and composite prototype buildsApply strong Design for Manufacturing & Assembly principlesIntegrate production feedback into evolving designsIntegration, Testing & Flight CampaignsOversee ground and flight test planningParticipate in and support flight campaignsLead anomaly investigations and root cause analysisDrive rapid technical feedback loopsProgram ExecutionEnsure on-time, high-quality technical deliveryIdentify and mitigate risks earlySupport realistic planning and technical estimationTeam LeadershipLead and mentor multidisciplinary engineering teamsEstablish engineering standards and best practicesCollaborate closely with program, manufacturing, and operations teamsWhat You'll Bring10+ years in technical leadership within UAV or aerospace programsExperience as Technical Lead, Chief Engineer, System Engineer, or Vehicle ArchitectFull lifecycle UAV development experience: design → build → test → flyDeep expertise in:System requirements managementUAV/aircraft designAerodynamics & flight mechanicsMechanical design & structural analysisSystem architectureAvionics, propulsion, payload & control integrationGround & flight testingStrong manufacturing-driven design mindsetExperience in high-tech, fast-paced, delivery-focused environmentsIf you're ready to take full technical ownership of advanced UAV systems and lead engineering teams toward flight-ready excellence, this is your opportunity to define the future of unmanned aerospace.
