UAS Engineer

Job Description:

We invite applications for the UAS Engineer / Technician position, based at our Lydd UAS Base.

Job Description

Overall purpose of role is to support the Bristow UAS Program with the delivery of engineering services for the UAS aircraft.

Key Tasks:

• Work under the direction of the nominated Lead UAS Engineer.
• Conduct daily scheduled and non-scheduled maintenance of the S-100 and its supporting systems and sensors, including ground handling and refuelling.
• For aircraft on scheduled maintenance, ensuring that all work called up as part of the maintenance work pack and all mandatory requirements have been carried out to the highest standards, prior to release of the aircraft for flight.
• Undertake supplementary duties as directed by Lead Engineer, such as Control and maintenance of special tools and test equipment, including calibration.
• Take a proactive active role in the SMS system, reporting and helping with investigations when required.
• Consistent delivery of work to highest standards, even when under pressure.
• Housekeeping: ensure the hangar and working areas are always kept clean and tidy.

Requirements:

• Previous Civ/Mil Aviation engineering experience (preferred)
• Detailed knowledge/understanding of regulations nationally with the ability to develop and communicate proposed amendments (Desirable)
• FRTOL (Desirable)
• Understanding of Safety Management Systems (Desirable)
• To be able to obtain Baseline Personnel Security Standard
• Driving Licence / Forklift experience (preferred)

Qualifications:

• HND Engineering / Advanced modern apprenticeship/ Skilled Engineer
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, teams.
• Proven knowledge and hand skills, with mechanical / electrical equipment.

Attributes:

• Professional proactive safety focused approach to all tasks.
• Sound communicator, both in written and verbal skills.
• Attention to detail
• Analytical approach to problems
• Reasoned
• Ability to work effectively on own or as part of a larger team
• Ability to work to documented procedures but can also learn and develop new processes and practices
• Support Bristow core values and objectives
• Willing to undertake training as required and be willing accept a bond agreement for such training.

Travel will be required as part of the role.

Please note that travel will be required as part of the role.

All applicants must be currently eligible to work and live in the UK.

Applicants should submit a CV and covering letter.

Please apply through Careers Page R-0005460 UAS Engineer- Lydd UAS Base.

Closing Date: 17th April 2026

Equal Opportunities: Bristow Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran/ex-military status.

Military-Friendly: As a Military-Friendly employer, we are dedicated to providing meaningful employment opportunities for military veterans. This commitment is embodied by our Managed Military Pathway Programme and our Silver Award under the Armed Forces Covenant, which collectively demonstrate our support for veterans and reservists as they transition to civilian careers.

Disability Confident: We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and take pride in creating and maintaining environments that are inclusive and respectful. As well as offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum advertised requirements, we also invite applicants to advise us of any reasonable adjustments, at any stage of the application or hiring process, by contacting hr.sharedservice@bristowgroup.com