Integration Technician - UAS Platforms

About the role

The Integration Technician is a hands-on build role within the Manufacturing Operations UK team, reporting to the Integration Team Lead. You will assemble, integrate and test Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) platforms and associated support equipment, making sure all work meets technical, safety and regulatory requirements. The work covers structural and detailed assembly such as bracketry installation, harnessing, fastening and avionics.

Key responsibilities

• Aircraft mechanical and structural work: assemble and integrate UAS airframes and sub-systems, including bracketry, precision drilling and fastening; inspect composite, metallic and hybrid structures; rig, align and adjust; report defects, damage or non-conformities.
• Avionics and electrical systems: install, wire and troubleshoot avionics such as flight control, navigation, power distribution, sensors and payload interfaces; integrate communication systems, antennas and RF components; support software and firmware loading and system configuration.
• Testing, fault diagnosis and compliance: run ground tests and functional checks supporting flight readiness; diagnose faults with test equipment; complete certification, maintenance records, non-conformance reports and component traceability in line with engineering drawings, work instructions and quality procedures.
• Health, safety and quality: follow all safety procedures and use PPE, report risks and near misses, and adhere to ISO 9001/AS9100 standards.

Required profile

• Proven hands-on experience in avionics maintenance, UAV/UAS systems or precision assembly and integration (bracketry, harnessing, drilling, fastening) in aerospace, drone or a similar regulated environment.
• Ability to read and work from engineering drawings, wiring diagrams and technical schematics.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, with strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Current valid driving licence and ability to obtain security clearance.

Desirable

• Familiarity with UAV flight controllers, sensors, GPS modules and software updates.
• Diagnostics tools and soldering/board-level repair experience.
• Knowledge of flight safety and regulations, and ISO 9001/AS9100.

What we offer

• Competitive salary with a discretionary annual bonus and a pension contribution match of up to 10%.
• 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, private medical insurance (optional family cover), private dental care and an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Career development opportunities and a flexible hybrid model, typically three days a week at core UK sites such as Bristol.
• A rewards platform with high street discounts and salary sacrifice schemes, including electric car, cycle-to-work and technology options.