Principal Technologist

Principal Technologist

Salisbury | £70,000+ | Security Clearance Eligible

A leading autonomous systems and aerospace engineering business is looking for a Principal Technologist to help shape the future of advanced UAS capability in the UK.

This is a senior technical leadership role focused on autonomy, avionics, systems integration and emerging technologies. You’ll drive technology strategy, influence future product direction and lead innovation across next-generation autonomous flight systems.

The role combines strategic thinking with hands-on engineering and would suit someone who enjoys solving complex technical problems while helping shape long-term capability.

What you’ll be doing:

• Leading technology roadmaps across advanced UAS systems
• Evaluating emerging technologies including AI/ML and autonomy
• Guiding systems architecture and integration decisions
• Leading R&D activities and innovation programmes
• Collaborating with industry, customers and academia

Key experience Needed:

• Strong background in UAS, avionics or autonomous systems
• Systems engineering and flight control knowledge
• Experience delivering technically complex platforms
• Ability to influence across engineering and business stakeholders

This is an opportunity to play a genuinely influential role in the evolution of autonomous aviation capability within a highly innovative engineering environment.