Counter Drone Field Engineer (Engineering)

TL;DR

Counter Drone Field Engineer (Engineering): Delivering, installing, and supporting specialist Counter Drone systems in secure and regulated environments with an accent on field-based installation, configuration, and technical fault resolution. Focus on ensuring operational resilience, conducting site surveys, and collaborating with technology suppliers to maintain high-quality engineering services.

Location: Must be based in the UK (Bristol, Birmingham, London, or Manchester) and eligible for UK Security Clearance (SC)

Company

A global B2B powerhouse serving 1.2 million business customers in the UK, specializing in secure connectivity and collaboration platforms.

What you will do

• Perform field-based installation, configuration, testing, and commissioning of Counter Drone systems.
• Diagnose and resolve technical faults to ensure minimal service impact and adherence to safety standards.
• Carry out preventative and corrective maintenance on installed systems.
• Conduct site surveys, system validation, and acceptance testing.
• Manage customer-facing engagements, including training and technical demonstrations.
• Collaborate with external technology suppliers to support fault diagnosis and system upgrades.

Requirements

• Eligibility to obtain UK Security Clearance (SC).
• Experience in field engineering, systems integration, or technical installations.
• Practical experience with Counter Drone / counter-UAS systems.
• Knowledge of security, RF, sensor, or surveillance technologies.
• Practical experience in training or presenting technical demonstrations.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly within the UK.

Nice to have

• CAA-recognised drone pilot qualification.
• Existing SC clearance.
• IT and Networking experience.
• Familiarity with compliance-driven or safety-critical delivery environments.

Culture & Benefits

• 10% on target annual bonus.
• Market-leading pension scheme (5% employee / 10% employer).
• Equalised maternity, paternity, and adoption leave (18 weeks full pay, 8 weeks half pay).
• 24/7 access to an online private GP for employees and their immediate family.
• Holiday purchase scheme and discounted EE and BT products.