Windracers
Fareham, Hampshire
Role Overview Windracers develops and operates large autonomous fixed-wing UAVs designed for logistics, humanitarian, and defence applications. Our aircraft combine long-range capability with advanced autonomy to operate efficiently, reliably, and safely. As we scale our programmes and operate in increasingly contested environments, we are seeking a Communications & EW Resilience Engineer to take ownership of end-to-end command, control, and navigation resilience across our platforms. Key Responsibilities Navigation Resilience Research, specify and assist with integration of GNSS receivers, antennas, and supporting software Assess and mitigate vulnerability to GNSS jamming and spoofing Support complementary navigation approaches (e.g. inertial, vision-based, terrain-aided Gracefully handle navigation integrity failure ensuring appropriate autonomous behaviour and operator-in-the-loop reporting/decision making Communications Resilience (Air & Ground) End-to-end ownership of the command-and-control chain from operator equipment to aircraft Multiple, dissimilar communications paths (LOS RF, SATCOM, 4G etc.) with defined priorities Frequency agility and configuration management to reduce susceptibility to jamming Antenna diversity and placement optimised for resilience, not just nominal performance Robust ground station and RC transmitter configuration to avoid operator-induced failure modes Testing, Integration & Operations Plan and execute laboratory, ground and flight testing covering the full communications chain Lead EW-representative testing, including controlled jamming and interference Support investigation of communications or navigation-related incidents Threat Awareness Maintain awareness of the electronic warfare threat picture affecting UAS operations in Ukraine and similar contested environments Track observed tactics, techniques, and effects relating to jamming, spoofing and RF denial Willingness to travel to contested regions to gather firsthand technical insight or provide engineering support (desirable not essential) Candidate Profile Experience & Education 2:1 or higher in a STEM discipline Experience delivering communications or EW-resilient systems end to end Background in aerospace, UAVs, defence, telecoms, or high-reliability systems Technical Skills Strong grounding in RF communications and system integration Hands-on experience with radios, antennas, GNSS and networking equipment Experience integrating into flight control systems Ability to work in C/C++, Python, or similar environments Mindset & Attributes Delivery-focused, with a bias toward implementation over analysis Comfortable owning problems across air, ground, and software domains Pragmatic understanding of EW realities Strong communication and documentation skills Willingness to work in the defence sector and undergo security checks as required Employment Details Contract Type: Full-time, permanent Location: Primarily on-site in Fareham (PO15 5TX), with hybrid working supported Department: Engineering
Role Overview Windracers develops and operates large autonomous fixed-wing UAVs designed for logistics, humanitarian, and defence applications. Our aircraft combine long-range capability with advanced autonomy to operate efficiently, reliably, and safely. As we scale our programmes and operate in increasingly contested environments, we are seeking a Communications & EW Resilience Engineer to take ownership of end-to-end command, control, and navigation resilience across our platforms. Key Responsibilities Navigation Resilience Research, specify and assist with integration of GNSS receivers, antennas, and supporting software Assess and mitigate vulnerability to GNSS jamming and spoofing Support complementary navigation approaches (e.g. inertial, vision-based, terrain-aided Gracefully handle navigation integrity failure ensuring appropriate autonomous behaviour and operator-in-the-loop reporting/decision making Communications Resilience (Air & Ground) End-to-end ownership of the command-and-control chain from operator equipment to aircraft Multiple, dissimilar communications paths (LOS RF, SATCOM, 4G etc.) with defined priorities Frequency agility and configuration management to reduce susceptibility to jamming Antenna diversity and placement optimised for resilience, not just nominal performance Robust ground station and RC transmitter configuration to avoid operator-induced failure modes Testing, Integration & Operations Plan and execute laboratory, ground and flight testing covering the full communications chain Lead EW-representative testing, including controlled jamming and interference Support investigation of communications or navigation-related incidents Threat Awareness Maintain awareness of the electronic warfare threat picture affecting UAS operations in Ukraine and similar contested environments Track observed tactics, techniques, and effects relating to jamming, spoofing and RF denial Willingness to travel to contested regions to gather firsthand technical insight or provide engineering support (desirable not essential) Candidate Profile Experience & Education 2:1 or higher in a STEM discipline Experience delivering communications or EW-resilient systems end to end Background in aerospace, UAVs, defence, telecoms, or high-reliability systems Technical Skills Strong grounding in RF communications and system integration Hands-on experience with radios, antennas, GNSS and networking equipment Experience integrating into flight control systems Ability to work in C/C++, Python, or similar environments Mindset & Attributes Delivery-focused, with a bias toward implementation over analysis Comfortable owning problems across air, ground, and software domains Pragmatic understanding of EW realities Strong communication and documentation skills Willingness to work in the defence sector and undergo security checks as required Employment Details Contract Type: Full-time, permanent Location: Primarily on-site in Fareham (PO15 5TX), with hybrid working supported Department: Engineering