Job Description

Prismatic is a technology development company, specialising in the design, manufacture and delivery of innovative, high value aerospace products and systems. Prismatic is a subsidiary of BAE systems, led by a technically and commercially focused team. Our cutting edge systems (such as the high-altitude PHASA-35) have clear commercial value, are developed at pace and address critical customer needs.

Job Title - UAS Systems Operator

Reporting directly to the Flight Operations Manager, the UAS Systems Operator is responsible for managing aircraft systems in flight and supporting flight trials activities.

Tasks and Accountabilities

Train and deploy as part of a Mission Crew of up to 5 people - responsible for managing various UAS systems and ensuring correct procedures are followed. Candidates must have a practical scientific/engineering background with an ability to work as a team member as well as occasionally unsupervised on own initiative, have good analytical skills, with the ability to identify a problem, interact with the right stakeholders and provide a solution. Support planning, execution and reporting of ground activities, flight trials and demonstrations. Feedback to the systems engineering team any lessons learned to help improve the system. Support Engineers with Assembly, Integration and Testing of the UAS. Support with customer engagement.

Location

UK-based and other locations including Domestic and International Assignments.

Required Skills

Essential:

Knowledge and understanding of technologies relevant to Unmanned Air Systems (UAS). A driven, self-motivated, committed individual with a passion for innovation. Technical qualification or suitable experience in a technical or engineering role. Ability to work flexibly as part of a team, with a positive and pro-active attitude. Careful and organised approach to tasks. Reliable in respect of quality and timeliness of deliverable items. Evidence of taking ownership of problems or high level requirements. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to travel and be deployed on projects internationally.

Desirable:

Previous Flight experience in manned aviation with recognised CAA /FAA qualifications Supervisory experience, able to coach and mentor new team members. CAA sUAS GVC and/or FAA Part 107 License (or ability to obtain one) with previous documented UAS or R/C experience. Understanding of flight planning, meteorology and airspace management. Working within a development/test environment.
Principal Terms and Conditions

Start - ASAP. Location - Alton, Hampshire, UK. Post - Permanent. Working time 37.5 hrs per week. Salary - to be agreed depending on experience. Pension - 10% contribution from the company included plus a Salary Exchange for AVCs. Leave - 25 days plus bank holidays. Green Car/EV scheme through salary sacrifice. Eligible to participate in BAE Systems Share Incentive Scheme. Cycle to Work Scheme.
Selection Process

Clarifications, please contact jobs@prismaticltd.co.uk CV and covering letters (specifying which post(s) are of interest) to jobs@prismaticltd.co.uk Interviews are either virtually or at Alton ASAP. No recruitment agencies or unsolicited CVs from recruiters. Direct applicants only.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 45,000.00-55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee stock purchase plan Free parking On-site parking Sick pay Work from home
Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:

Alton GU34 2QE: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):

Can you obtain Security Clearance? What are your salary expectations/requirements (per annum)?
Experience:

UAS : 3 years (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Willingness to travel:

25% (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Alton GU34 2QE

Application deadline: 27/02/2025