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Remote Pilot Specialist Job Title: Remote Pilot Specialist Location: Hybrid - Manchester/Aylesbury (25% hangar based, 25% Remote based, 50% Travel) Department: Flight Operations Type: Full-time, Permanent About Us: Founded in 2018, Skyports is at the forefront of the Advanced Air Mobility revolution, developing and operating cutting-edge infrastructure for electric air taxis and using drone technology to transform business operations across industries. Our business is split into two key areas: Skyports Drone Services uses drones to streamline logistics, capture data, and enhance operational efficiency, with a focus on rural deliveries, surveying, surveillance, and maritime services. Skyports Infrastructure plays a vital role in the Urban Air Mobility ecosystem, designing, building, owning, and operating vertiports that enable eVTOL operators to take off and land in cities around the world. With our presence in this dynamic, high-growth industry, there has never been a more exciting time to be part of our mission to reshape the future of air mobility. The Role We're looking for a Remote Pilot Specialist with proven defense or commercial flying experience to join our fast-growing Drone Services team. This role is not just about piloting - it's about owning complex operations, contributing to strategic missions, and helping us push the boundaries of what's possible in aviation. You'll be flying the latest drones, in places most people never get to go, solving problems that actually make a difference - from offshore energy logistics to surveillance. If you're looking for a desk job, this isn't it. There's no such thing as a normal week in this role. <ul><li>One week, you could be flying emergency response missions in one of the busiest ports in the world - responding to real incidents and helping port authorities act fast.</li><li>The next, you're in our Singapore ROC, remotely piloting drones to deliver cargo to vessels across the anchorage.</li><li>You might be flying environmental surveillance missions for the Public Utilities Board - monitoring reservoirs, shorelines, or flood zones.</li><li>You could also be travelling to Brunei or the UAE to help set up new flight operations - training local teams, running test missions, and getting the operation live.</li><li>And when you're not flying, you're working from home or the regional office - planning missions, writing reports, logging flights, and keeping your skills sharp.</li><li>You'll also spend time overseas - like in the UK - training on new aircraft with our global team and learning from some of the best BVLOS instructors in the world.</li></ul>Wherever you are, your job stays the same: fly safely, deliver well, and keep pushing the boundaries of what drones can do. About you <ul><li>You're a certified Remote Pilot with solid defence or commercial flying experience, proven capability in BVLOS operations, and a strong grasp of drone platforms, maintenance, and systems integration.</li><li>You're not just a pilot - you're a mission owner. You excel in ConOps development, risk assessments, and regulatory compliance, ensuring each operation is safe, efficient, and future-ready.</li><li>You've led teams in high-pressure environments and understand what it takes to deliver results. Whether managing field teams or collaborating with clients, you communicate with clarity and confidence.</li><li>You thrive on complexity and are always looking to push boundaries.</li><li>You have an insatiable curiosity for learning and growth. With Skyports, you're eager to expand your horizons, taking on new challenges and continuously enhancing your skills alongside the world's leading BVLOS drone experts.</li></ul>What We Offer: <ul><li>Competitive salary and benefits package.</li><li>Opportunity to work in an innovative and growing industry.</li><li>A collaborative and dynamic work environment with ample opportunities for professional development.</li><li>A supportive team culture.</li></ul>How to Apply: If you're passionate about aviation and keen to be part of a pioneering company that is changing the future of transportation, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and why you're a great fit for this role. Skyports is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Remote Pilot Specialist

Job Title: Remote Pilot Location: Westcott, Aylesbury - 25%, Remote - 25% , International Travel - 50% Department: Flight Operations Type: Full-time, Permanent About Us: Founded in 2018, Skyports is at the forefront of the Advanced Air Mobility revolution, developing and operating cutting-edge infrastructure for electric air taxis and using drone technology to transform business operations across industries. Our business is split into two key areas: Skyports Drone Services uses drones to streamline logistics, capture data, and enhance operational efficiency, with a focus on rural deliveries, surveying, surveillance, and maritime services. Skyports Infrastructure plays a vital role in the Urban Air Mobility ecosystem, designing, building, owning, and operating vertiports that enable eVTOL operators to take off and land in cities around the world. With our presence in this dynamic, high-growth industry, there has never been a more exciting time to be part of our mission to reshape the future of air mobility. The Role Lift your career up by working with us to achieve new heights of what the new normal looks like. Imagine working for a futuristic business that is at the forefront of cutting-edge technology already delivering to people around the world. Imagine working for a business that is recreating the way in which people and goods travel around the world and challenge 'norms' in the face of innovation. As a Pilot at Skyports, a normal day might look like: <ul><li>You travelling to Scandinavia to remote fly some of the latest drone technology for businesses operating in the North Sea and hard to reach locations e.g. oil rigs</li><li>You will spend time working remotely at our ROC centre in Manchester piloting a range of aircraft globally, all from a central control room.</li><li>You will spend some time working from home compiling reports and delivering on the operational administration of flight operations.</li><li>You might be flying out to areas of Africa launching drones to deliver critical medical supplies to remote locations#</li><li>On the ground in our Wescott command centre, you will be continuously training and developing your skills taught by our world leading BVLOS drone experts</li></ul>About you • You're a certified Remote Pilot with a knack for mission planning and a passion for drone technology. Your expertise not only lies in piloting but also in understanding the mechanics and maintenance of drones. • A proactive problem-solver who thrives in dynamic environments. Whether it's conducting risk assessments, developing ConOps, or ensuring safety compliance, you're always ready for the challenge. • A team player with leadership skills. You're comfortable with giving and taking direction and possess the ability to communicate complex ideas clearly. Your experience as a team leader or operations supervisor has honed your ability to inspire and guide a team through complex missions. • You have an insatiable curiosity for learning and growth. With Skyports, you're eager to expand your horizons, taking on new challenges and continuously enhancing your skills alongside the world's leading BVLOS drone experts. What We Offer: <ul><li>Competitive salary and benefits package.</li><li>Opportunity to work in an innovative and growing industry.</li><li>A collaborative and dynamic work environment with ample opportunities for professional development.</li><li>Flexible working arrangements and a supportive team culture </li></ul>How to Apply: If you're passionate about aviation and keen to be part of a pioneering company that is changing the future of transportation, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and why you're a great fit for this role. Skyports is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Remote Pilot

Job Title: Test &amp; Development Remote Pilot Location: Westcott, Aylesbury - 25%, Remote - 25%, International Travel - 50% (Must have right to work in the UK) Department: Flight Operations Type: Full-time, Permanent About Us: Founded in 2018, Skyports is at the forefront of the Advanced Air Mobility revolution, developing and operating cutting-edge infrastructure for electric air taxis and using drone technology to transform business operations across industries. Our business is split into two key areas: Skyports Drone Services uses drones to streamline logistics, capture data, and enhance operational efficiency, with a focus on rural deliveries, surveying, surveillance, and maritime services. Skyports Infrastructure plays a vital role in the Urban Air Mobility ecosystem, designing, building, owning, and operating vertiports that enable eVTOL operators to take off and land in cities around the world. With our presence in this dynamic, high-growth industry, there has never been a more exciting time to be part of our mission to reshape the future of air mobility. The Role As a Test and Development Pilot, you'll play a key role in transforming the future of drone services and redefining global logistics. An average month may look like: <ul><li>Travelling to the USA to perform joint test programs with one of our supplier partners</li><li>Working with our technical teams across our offices to develop new operational procedures and share learnings from operations</li><li>Operating on novel delivery programs to demonstrate industry leading capabilities to blue-chip customers in markets such as oil and gas </li></ul>How Can I Be A Part Of The Team? We're after experienced UAS operators who live and breathe technology. You won't just be flying drones; you'll be part of a team developing solutions that don't exist anywhere else. As the industry matures and Skyports operations grow in size and complexity we are onboarding new UAS platforms to meet the needs of our customers. You will be responsible for working directly with our technology team and partners to test new functionality and develop operational procedures to refine the UAS platform an enable . Key Responsibilities <ul><li>Collaborate with our technology team and UAS provider's engineers to expand UAS capabilities and enhance the delivery service.</li><li>Operate advanced UAS platforms and execute test programs to validate system performance.</li><li>Work with technology and regulatory teams to present evidence of safe and well-planned UAS operations to global aviation regulators.</li><li>Ensure operational safety through effective risk assessment, hazard mitigation, and adherence to procedures and checklists.</li><li>Analyse flight data and provide actionable insights for both Skyports and external partners.</li><li>Troubleshoot and resolve technical UAS issues, ensuring accurate logging within the Skyports maintenance management system.</li><li>Design mission profiles, coordinate with air traffic control, and adapt to real-time conditions while ensuring regulatory compliance.</li><li>Lead cross-functional teams on various projects, maintaining alignment on safety and project goals.</li><li>Stay up to date with UAS technologies and proactively develop your operational expertise.</li></ul>About you This role requires a diverse skill set and a passion for technology testing and development. There's no single path or qualification that defines the ideal candidate. Our team members come from various backgrounds, some having transitioned from entirely different industries to UAS operations. If the following describes you, you could be a great fit: <ul><li>You are an proven remote pilot having previously worked with large-format UAS platforms, either military or civilian.</li><li>You are not afraid to get your hands dirty and have a passion for tinkering with electronics and internal combustion engines.</li><li>You have a deep understanding of key components of a UAS and are comfortable performing maintenance activities on large platforms in accordance with manufacturer provided instructions.</li><li>You are used to owning your own work and being held accountable for your tasks.</li><li>You work well within a team where required and understand the importance of distributing tasks between a team.</li><li>You understand the need for robust processes within a safety management system and are able to produce high quality documentation to enable that.</li><li>You're an excellent communicator who is capable of handling ambiguity and has a proven track record when it comes to dealing with both internal and external stakeholders.</li><li>You have an eye for identifying the work that needs to get done to reach our goal and are confident operating with a certain degree of autonomy.</li></ul>Example background: <ol><li>You're an ex-military UAS operator capable of handling Group 3 UAS or bigger</li><li>You've built and crashed a bunch of your own drones, know your way around an internal combustion engine and love getting your hands dirty</li><li>You've got an aviation related degree and have built and maintained something that relies on an engine before yourself. </li></ol> What We Offer: <ul><li>Competitive salary and benefits package.</li><li>Opportunity to work in an innovative and growing industry.</li><li>A collaborative and dynamic work environment with ample opportunities for professional development.</li><li>Flexible working arrangements and a supportive team culture </li></ul>How to Apply: If you're passionate about aviation and keen to be part of a pioneering company that is changing the future of transportation, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and why you're a great fit for this role. Skyports is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Test & Development Remote Pilot

Mechanical Engineer (Missile Architecture) - Undergraduate Placement 2025 Salary: £23,495 (pro rata) Location: Stevenage Working pattern: Our roles will typically allow a blend of on-site and at-home working to suit the needs of the role and the individual. To gain maximum benefit from the scheme, candidates should expect to be on-site 3 or 4 days a week. Security clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. Closing date for this role is midnight on Monday 4th November The opportunity: Mechanical Missile Architects work between customer requirements and the product development process to: <ul><li>Establish a coherent top-level missile design.</li><li>Develop and deliver the missile's verification and validation strategy.</li><li>Deliver and support a product our customers are satisfied with.</li></ul>Mechanical Architects are deployed in each of our missile product teams which include products across all stages of the missile lifecycle. They draw upon inputs from stakeholders across the business and perform various technical and project management tasks. Depending on the product lifecycle stage and specific project needs, mechanical architects will: <ul><li>Manage the equipment design process.</li><li>Perform risk analysis, supplier down select and performance trade studies.</li><li>Develop and manage equipment verification and validation process by generating requirements, design verification strategies, supporting trials and procurement specialists etc.</li><li>Manage the on-quality, on-schedule and on-cost delivery of supplier hardware using project management skills and toolsets.</li></ul>Mechanical Architects work with a wide range of technical functions and provide direct input towards project delivery across the business. Within the role you'll be working on allocated projects, which could be at any stage of the design lifecycle! The role comes with the experience of working with various people and departments within MBDA to achieve successful delivery of your project. During the scheme you'll get the opportunity to: <ul><li>Learn how to manage elements of missile equipment design process.</li><li>Gain a practical understanding of the verification and validation lifecycle of defence products.</li><li>Assist with trials and testing of components and missiles during the development phase.</li><li>Support certification, manufacture and delivery of hardware.</li></ul>What we're looking for from you: Currently studying for a degree in an Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Production/Manufacturing Engineering discipline. Our company: MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. What we can offer you: <ul><li>10 month undergraduate placement starting September 2025</li><li>Fantastic site facilities, including subsidised meals and free car parking</li><li>A placement that allows you to apply your university learning to real-world engineering projects and technologies</li><li>Flexible working</li></ul>We respect new perspectives and experiences, and we value our collaborative ways of working. We are committed to growing and supporting diversity in our workforce and ensuring everyone has an equal opportunity to reach their potential. MBDA is proud of our employee-led networks including Gender Equality, Pride, Neurodiversity, Ethnic Diversity, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers and Armed Forces. We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X (@MBDA_UK), Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.

Mechanical Engineer (Missile Architecture Department) - Undergraduate Placement 2025

An exciting new position has opened up within Marshall. We are currently seeking an additional Air Traffic Controller (ATCO) for our airport in Cambridge. Air traffic controllers at Cambridge provide Tower, Radar and Approach services for a variety of military and civilian aircraft, within a small and highly motivated team with plenty of opportunities to progress your career. Responsibilities: As an ATCO you will provide a safe, orderly, and expeditious flow of ATC services to all aircraft operating under Instrument &amp; Visual flights rules when arriving, departing, or operating in the vicinity of Cambridge City Airport, de-conflict aircraft from vehicles and other obstructions on the ground while operating at all times within the limitations of their ATC license. You will ensure that all services are provided in conformance with CAA Regulatory Standards and local Cambridge City Airport instructions including CAP 493 (MATS Part 1), MATS Part 2, the Cambridge City Airport Safety Management System, and all other documentation to assure the initial and on-going safety of ATC Operations. Please apply if you have most of the following: Qualifications <ul><li>Hold a UK CAA Air Traffic Controller's license with ADI rating and ideally APS rating and must validate this at Cambridge as part of their continued employment.</li><li>Hold (or obtain) a UK Class 3 medical certificate</li><li>ATCO Level 6 English language proficiency</li></ul>Desirable: <ul><li>APP rating</li><li>Met Observers Qualification</li><li>To have validated ATCO Class G Airspace experience</li></ul>Benefits <ul><li>Highly competitive salary and generous leave entitlement</li><li>Pension contributions up to 9%</li><li>Healthcare cash plan for you and your children</li><li>Extensive flexible benefit program.</li></ul>This role could also be a 6 month fixed term contract. #LI-Onsite #IND-AERO #LI-ER1 Marshall Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer Marshall Group is an equal opportunity employer and values a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, colour, religion, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information about Equal Opportunity in the Workplace please click here.

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