ph3Head of UAV Systems | Shape the Future of Unmanned Flight /h3 pImagine being the technical backbone behind next-generation unmanned aerial vehicles owning the system end-to-end and setting the direction that turns bold aerospace concepts into flight-ready reality. /p pWe’re looking for a bHead of UAV Systems /b to act as the technical authority and system owner across full UAV development programs from early concept and requirements definition through detailed design, prototyping, integration, testing, and flight qualification. /p pThis is a hands‑on leadership role for someone who thrives in complex aerospace environments and is driven by results, quality, and delivery. /p h3The Opportunity /h3 pJoin a fast‑scaling aerospace innovator revolutionising the defense industry with cutting‑edge UAV technologies. Working alongside integral government and defense partners, you’ll help deliver high‑performance, mission‑critical systems that redefine speed, precision, and cost‑effectiveness in modern operations. /p h3What You’ll Be Responsible For /h3 pbTechnical Leadership System Ownership /b /p ul liAct as system architect and technical authority for UAV programs /li liOwn system‑level decisions, trade‑offs, and architecture coherence /li liEnsure alignment across all subsystems and interfaces /li /ul pbRequirements Vehicle Design /b /p ul liLead system and subsystem requirements definition /li liTranslate mission and regulatory needs into verifiable technical requirements /li liGuide aerodynamic design, flight performance, structural sizing, and materials selection /li liOptimise performance, weight,



cost, reliability, and manufacturability /li /ul pbHands‑on Engineering Prototyping /b /p ul liStay directly involved in prototype manufacturing and assembly /li liLead metallic and composite prototype builds /li liApply strong Design for Manufacturing Assembly principles /li liIntegrate production feedback into evolving designs /li /ul pbIntegration, Testing Flight Campaigns /b /p ul liOversee ground and flight test planning /li liParticipate in and support flight campaigns /li liLead anomaly investigations and root cause analysis /liliDrive rapid technical feedback loops /li /ul pbProgram Execution /b /p ul liEnsure on‑time, high‑quality technical delivery /li liIdentify and mitigate risks early /li liSupport realistic planning and technical estimation /li liLead and mentor multidisciplinary engineering teams /li liEstablish engineering standards and best practices /li liCollaborate closely with program, manufacturing, and operations teams /li /ul h3What You’ll Bring /h3 ul li10+ years in technical leadership within UAV or aerospace programs /li liExperience as Technical Lead, Chief Engineer, System Engineer, or Vehicle Architect /li liDeep expertise in: ul liSystem requirements management /li liAerodynamics flight mechanics /li liExperience in high‑tech, fast‑paced, delivery‑focused environments /li /ul /li /ul pIf you’re ready to take full technical ownership of advanced UAV systems and lead engineering teams toward flight‑ready excellence, this is your opportunity to define the future of unmanned aerospace. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Head of UAV (Madrid)
🏢 Strativ Group
📍 Madrid