Location: Fareham Role Type: Full-time Function: Maintenance, Modification, Repair & Overhaul (MMRO) About the Role We are seeking a skilled Aircraft Technician to support ground testing, air test activities, modification, maintenance, repair, and overhaul of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV). You will work primarily at the factory as part of a small technical team, and periodically deploy as part of a multifunctional team supporting flight operations. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced technician who thrives in a hands-on, innovative, and fast-paced engineering environment. Key Responsibilities Technical Delivery Embody planned fleet modifications Complete scheduled maintenance activities Diagnose, plan, and complete unscheduled maintenance and repairs Implement post‑manufacture role-specific modifications Deliver product development modifications in collaboration with engineering/R&D Manufacture or test sub-components to support modification tasks Conduct ground testing for quality assurance and fault diagnosis Identify and rectify faults found during testing Support flying operations: ground handling, refuelling, maintenance Provide feedback on system and design challenges to engineering and availability teams Maintain accurate electronic records for aircraft and equipment Uphold a clean, safe, and organised working environment Perform additional duties as required by your manager Responsibilities Contribute Expertise Act as an SME within MMRO domains, especially when deployed with flight teams Provide technical leadership and guidance Drive Cross-functional Collaboration Work closely with Flight Operations, Engineering, and Customer teams Ensure effective communication between your team and peer groups Maintain Standards & Improve Processes Uphold documentation, quality, and compliance standards Identify and implement process improvements Seek opportunities to enhance tools, systems, and operational efficiency Qualifications & Experience Essential Experienced vehicle technician (air, automotive, marine, or rail) Strong mechanical or electrical/electronic fault diagnosis skills Confident supervising trade personnel Ability to learn new technical skills quickly Good communication skills Ability to follow and provide feedback on engineering drawings/manufacturing packs Proficient Microsoft Office user Experience reading MCAD and ECAD drawings Right to work in the UK Ability to obtain vetting/security clearance if required Desirable Dual mechanical electrical/electronic diagnostic capability Experience with ERP or project management software Willingness to periodically work from remote UK or overseas locations Professional Development You are encouraged to maintain and develop your professional competencies in line with engineering, regulatory, and organisational expectations