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UK UAV Sector Recruitment

Connecting
UAV Talent with Industry Leaders

Peacock Sourcing places the UK's top UAV engineers, production managers and technical specialists with the manufacturers shaping the future of unmanned aviation.

150+
Client Companies
500+
Successful Placements
100%
UAV Sector Focus
★ 5.0
Client Satisfaction
The UK's UAV manufacturing sector is growing fast. Finding the right people to grow with it is harder than ever.
Peacock Sourcing exists to solve that problem — for both sides. We connect employers who need sector-specific technical talent with candidates who want to build careers in unmanned aviation. No generalist guesswork. Just deep specialist knowledge and genuine relationships on both sides.
What We Do

Specialist recruitment,
for both sides of the hire

For Employers

We find the talent your team needs to move forward.

We source experienced UAV technical talent fast. Our deep sector network means you access pre-vetted candidates who understand the demands of UAV manufacturing — from prototype to production.

  • Permanent and contract placements across all UAV disciplines
  • Thorough technical screening before you ever see a CV
  • UK-wide reach including hard-to-fill specialist roles
  • Discreet executive and senior leadership search
  • Retained and contingency recruitment models
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For Candidates

We find the role you've been looking for.

Access exclusive roles across the UK's UAV manufacturing sector. We represent you properly — honest advice, proper preparation, and opportunities genuinely suited to your skills and career goals.

  • Exclusive roles not advertised on job boards
  • CV and interview coaching from sector specialists
  • Salary benchmarking and negotiation support
  • Long-term career partner, not a one-time placement
  • Full confidentiality if you're currently employed
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Our Expertise

Across the full breadth
of UAV manufacturing

From defence-grade fixed-wing platforms to commercial inspection drones — we recruit across every corner of the UK's UAV sector.

Fixed Wing UAV
Long-endurance surveillance, mapping and logistics platforms
Multirotor Systems
Commercial, inspection and delivery drone platforms
VTOL Systems
eVTOL, hybrid fixed-wing/rotor and advanced air mobility
Defence & Military
Sovereign capability programmes and classified R&D platforms
Software & Avionics
Flight control, GCS, autonomy and payload integration
Commercial & Industrial
Inspection, agriculture, survey and emergency services
Roles we place
Mechanical Engineers Production Managers Structural Engineers Software Engineers Systems Engineers Quality Assurance Test Engineers Avionics Engineers Supply Chain Managers Operations Directors Manufacturing Engineers R&D Leads
How It Works

A straightforward
process. For everyone.

Whether you're filling a vacancy or exploring your next career move, we keep things clear, honest and efficient from the first conversation.

01
Brief Us

Share your role requirements, team culture and timeline. We ask the right questions to truly understand what you need.

02
We Search

We activate our specialist UAV network, reaching passive candidates that generalist agencies miss entirely.

03
Review Shortlist

Receive a fully screened, technically verified shortlist with our assessment notes and recommendation on each candidate.

04
You Hire

We manage offers, counteroffers and onboarding — giving your new hire the best possible start.

01
Reach Out

Send us your CV and a note about what you're looking for. Every submission is reviewed by a specialist — not an algorithm.

02
We Consult

A dedicated consultant discusses your background, ambitions and salary expectations — honestly, with real market insight.

03
Matched Roles

We present genuinely relevant opportunities, including exclusive roles not publicly advertised elsewhere.

04
Land the Role

Interview prep, offer negotiation and post-placement support to ensure a smooth and successful transition.

Current Opportunities

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Why Peacock

Sector knowledge generalist agencies simply don't have

UAV-Only Focus

We work exclusively within the UAV manufacturing space. That means deeper candidate networks, better technical screening, and a genuine understanding of what hiring managers actually need.

Real Relationships

We know our candidates personally and maintain lasting relationships. When you need a specialist fast, we're not starting from scratch — we already know who you should speak to.

Transparent & Honest

No hard sell. No inflated CVs. We'll tell you when a brief is unrealistic and push back when a candidate isn't the right fit — even when it's not what anyone wants to hear.

★★★★★

"Peacock filled a senior structural engineer role in three weeks that we'd been struggling with for four months. The quality of candidates was exceptional — clearly a team that actually understands UAV engineering."

JH
James H.
Head of Engineering, UAV Manufacturer
★★★★★

"As a candidate, it was refreshing to work with a recruiter who genuinely knew the industry. They understood exactly what I was looking for and gave me honest advice about fit and salary expectations."

SR
Sam R.
Production Manager, placed 2024
For Employers

Looking to build your UAV team?

Tell us about the role you need to fill. We'll give you an honest assessment of the market and how we can help — with no obligation.

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For Candidates

Ready for your next UAV role?

Submit your CV and we'll be in touch to discuss your options. Every submission is handled personally, and everything is treated in strict confidence.

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