Vacancy at Eagle Eye Innovations Ltd
The RPAS (Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems) Engineering and SORA (Specific Operations Risk Assessment) Technical Officer is responsible for ensuring that drone operations comply with regulatory safety requirements through robust risk assessment, validation and assurance processes. The role focuses on evaluating SORA submissions, supporting engineering teams, and ensuring safe integration of RPAS into airspace.
SORA Assessment and assurance
- Review and assess SORA applications in line with European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) guidelines or relevant national aviation authorities
- Validate Ground Risk Class (GRC) and Air Risk Class (ARC) determinations
- Ensure mitigation measures meet required Specific Assurance and Integrity Levels (SAIL)
- Provide recommendations for risk reduction strategies
- Work closely with RPAS engineering teams to ensure system design supports SORA compliance
- Evaluate system safety features such as:
- Detect and Avoid (DAA)
- Command and Control (C2) link robustness
- Fail-safe and redundancy systems
- Assess operational concepts (ConOps) for safety and feasibility
- Day to day Regulation support, integrations and capability requirements (i.e. into Commercial), independence to spt safety investigations
- Lead on SORA technical (interface into RAE(F) etc)
- Ensure operations align with frameworks such as:
- International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) guidance
- National Civil Aviation Authority requirements (e.g., Civil Aviation Authority in the UK)
- Maintain awareness of evolving RPAS regulations and standards
- Produce assurance reports, compliance statements, and audit findings
- Maintain traceability between hazards, mitigations, and operational approvals
- Support regulatory submissions and approvals
Qualification and Experience
Essential
- Aerospace Engineering
- Systems Engineering
- Aviation Safety or related field
- Experience with RPAS/UAS operations or certification
- Practical knowledge of SORA methodology
- Background in aviation safety, risk assessment, or airworthiness
Strong understanding of:
- Risk assessment frameworks
- Safety management systems (SMS)
- Airspace integration concepts
Key Skills
Essential
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to interpret technical and regulatory documentation
- Effective communication with both engineers and regulators
- Specific Operations Risk Assessment methodology in real-world approvals
- Simulation tools for risk modelling
- Operational authorisation processes
Due to the nature of elements of the role, the successful applicant must be a UK National and may be required to successfully complete National Security Vetting which may require criminal record, security service and credit reference checks; qualification will also normally require a minimum UK residency of at least 5 years.
Please ensure that you have uploaded an accompanying Cover Letter with your CV
Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
28 days paid holiday plus 8 days bank holidays per year.
Company provided private medical and dental insurance.
Generous death in service (3 x salary).
Company contributions into a group personal pension scheme.
Company contributions into a salary sacrifice pension scheme.
Business travel insurance.
Funded role specific training and financial assistance with professional development.
Tax efficient cycle to work scheme.
Tax efficient electric vehicle company car salary sacrifice
leasing scheme (upon successful completion of probation).
High street discounts scheme
28 days paid holiday plus 8 days bank holidays per year.
Company provided private medical and dental insurance.
Generous death in service (3 x salary).
Company contributions into a group personal pension scheme.
Company contributions into a salary sacrifice pension scheme.
Business travel insurance.
Funded role specific training and financial assistance with professional development.
Tax efficient cycle to work scheme.
Tax efficient electric vehicle company car salary sacrifice
leasing scheme (upon successful completion of probation).
High street discounts scheme
We are committed to building an inclusive, safe and supportive environment that allows everyone to do their best work, so we strongly encourage candidates of all different backgrounds and identities to apply. We can of course support any accessibility or neurodiversity requirements that you may need during the recruitment process.
We want to ensure that you feel comfortable and confident when interviewing with us. To help you prepare, our recruitment team will be happy to discuss the process in more detail with you when you apply