R&D Technician

Job title: R&D Technician

Location: Maidenhead, Berkshire

The Malloy Aeronautics Team:

Malloy Aeronautics Limited specializes in the development of heavy lift unmanned air vehicles (UAVs) for both civilian and military uses. Located in Berkshire, our operations are notable for their focus on in-house design and manufacturing. This vertical integration means we control the production of most aircraft components on-site, enhancing our ability to innovate and maintain high standards across all stages of development.

About The Role:

We are looking for an R&D technician who will work alongside the R&D team to build, test and assemble prototype drivetrains and vehicles.

Ideal experience includes some of the following: mechanical assembly, parts manufacture (manual and/or any CNC experience), basic soldering and crimping, testing mechanical and electronic systems, designing test procedures, experience working with electric motors, rotating machines, drones or other aircraft.

Your work will encompass a wide range of projects, from prototype to production, in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. You will collaborate closely with R&D engineers from various disciplines to ensure seamless integration and optimal performance of our UAVs.

Ability to hold Security Clearance - 5 years residence in the UK

What you’ll being doing:

• Mechanical assembly: Assembly of motors, test equipment and jigs and fixings for the manufacturing of various components.
• Mechanical manufacturing: Using hand tools and ideally manual machining equipment (mill, lathe etc.) to produce parts for test equipment and prototype drivetrains and aircraft. CNC experience also welcome but not essential.
• Testing: Running and maintaining test stands for measuring drivetrain performance, quality control checking of sub-contracted and internally manufactured parts, benchtop testing of e-motor characteristics, designing and maintaining test procedure documentation and method for safe, effective testing.
• Prototyping: Participate in the development and testing of prototypes, focusing on achieving high levels of reliability, efficiency, and performance in rotating machine applications.
• Data Sharing and Documentation: Maintain clear and organized documentation of test conditions, test results, and technical specifications. Communicate effectively with team members and cross-functional teams, ensuring data sharing and collaboration.

Essential Skills and Experiences:

• Prior experience with mechanical assembly and building.
• Experience with manufacture of basic parts.
• Basic soldering skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a track record of successful project execution.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities, with the capacity to collaborate with professionals from diverse engineering disciplines.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality designs on time and within budget.

Desired Skills and Experiences:

• Prior experience mechanically with rotating machines: motors, compressors, generators, turbines etc.
• Previous involvement in UAV projects or aerospace applications.
• Experience manufacturing more complex parts using manual machining or CNC.
• Familiarity with different types of adhesives and tapes.
• Experience working with composite materials.

Benefits you may be eligible for:

• Company Pension Scheme
• Access to 24 Hour Helpline
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (BAE Systems Share Incentive Plan)
• 20 Days of Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
• Sick pay
• Three-Day Long Weekend Every Fortnight (Fri-Sun)
• Freshly Cooked Lunch on working Fridays
• Casual Dress
• On-Site Parking

Why Malloy Aeronautics?

Our company benefits from a streamlined process where engineering teams are involved in the entire lifecycle of our UAVs — from initial design through to production. This setup not only speeds up the development process but also improves the efficiency and effectiveness of our product launches. We value professionals who have a background in both research and development (R&D) and design for manufacture, as their expertise is crucial to our rapid and precise product development cycle.

Please be aware that many roles working for Malloy Aeronautics will be subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and your place of birth may limit those roles you can perform for the organisation.

Malloy Aeronautics is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals.

We also want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Note:If you have not heard from our recruitment department within 14 days, unfortunately you have not been successful.