Deployed UAV Pilot

Deployed UAS Operator

Position: Full-time  

Location: Salisbury, Wiltshire, UK

Salary: £35,000- £45,000

At Callen-Lenz, we are expanding the limits of what is possible. We specialise in manned and unmanned aircraft operations and technology, and having recently received investment into the business we are going through a period of rapid growth and development and are looking for key roles to assist with these changes. Callen-Lenz offers innovative and customer focused UAS solutions through our 4 key business strands; technical services, products, platforms and operational services.  We are looking for individuals to help drive forward our expansion, placing you at forefront of UAS development in the UK.

Our Values

• Teamwork
• Commitment
• Initiative
• Creativity
• Agility
• Integrity
• Enjoyment

Why Work for Us

Based in the heart of rural Wiltshire, close to the Historic city of Salisbury you will join our rapidly growing, friendly and multi-disciplined team, working on a range of diverse and interesting projects, leading the way in this exciting field and witnessing the full lifecycle of our products. The Callen-Lenz team are passionate about what we do, and we are searching for individuals to grow with us as we expand into the aerospace industry.

Our benefits include:

• 25 days annual leave per year (plus bank holidays)
• Buy/Sell holiday policy up to 5 days either way
• Pension Scheme via Royal London

• Company contributed Share Incentive Plan.
• Green Car Scheme

• Life assurance scheme (6x basic salary)
• Income protection policy (75% of basic salary)
• Private Health Insurance via Vitality
• Private Dental insurance via Bupa
• Enhanced Maternity and paternity
• 1 Professional membership reimbursed per year
• 1 paid volunteering day per year
• Access to an independent financial advisor year round
• Training & development opportunities

About the role

We are seeking an experienced UAS Operator to join our Expeditionary Deployed Operations Team. Reporting to the Detachment Leader, this role will be within the delivery service side of the company and will support flying opportunities throughout the company.

As a UAS operator you will be working to provided operational capability which includes flying and maintaining the platforms once deployed. You will need to be able to operate in an expeditionary environment. You must have the ability to make clear and concise decisions independently. Safety is our highest priority with a strong focus on the real-world application of good practice in a wide range of circumstances.

Responsibilities

• UAS Pilot, ensuring high quality delivery.
• UAS platform maintenance, ensuring high quality in every aspect.
• Continuous improvement of operational delivery to achieve to most professional and effective service for the customer.
• Ensure all flying complies with the company Aviation Operating Framework which enables the safe, compliant and effective accomplishment of delivery.
• Assisting in the development of operational processes and procedures and preparing documentation for flight ops approval.
• Represent the company whilst deployed.
• Reporting to detachment lead.
• Deployment and foreign travel required.
• Demonstrate in daily activities a commitment to health and safety in the workplace by always ensuring tasks are performed in the safest possible manner

• Report all hazards and incidents that the individual is party to, or observes, in the correct manner.
• When required or directed, participate in any health and safety training.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Qualifications

UAS operating experience and relevant qualifications.

Essential

• Evidence of successful aviation operations delivery.
• UAS operating experience and qualifications.
• Relevant knowledge and experience of aviation regulations.
• Previous experience in maintaining UAS platforms.
• Good communication and liaison skills.
• Can work within a small team.
• Can maintain accurate written records.

Desirable

• Experience operating in an expeditionary environment overseas.

Personal Attributes

• Must be a British Citizen or have an existing right to work in the UK
• Ability to hold Security Clearance – 5 years residence in the UK

• Ability to work in Salisbury, Wiltshire UK
• Must be able to deploy overseas for a sustained period.

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Callen-Lenz is an equal opportunities employer, committed to building an inclusive working environment. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. It is essential that the successful candidate must, by the start of their employment have permission to work in the UK. Proof of identity and eligibility to work in the UK will be required prior to commencement of employment.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks