SYOS is a pioneering aerospace and technology company developing the next generation of autonomous vehicles across air, land and sea. We combine advanced engineering, intelligent autonomy and innovative manufacturing to develop unmanned systems designed to operate in some of the world’s most challenging environments.
As we expand our UK and European operations, we’re building the production capability to take our autonomous air vehicles from engineering and development into repeatable, scalable manufacturing.
This is where you come in.
Electrical Design Engineer role is fundamental in support the design, integration, and testing of electrical systems for advanced Uncrewed Surface Vessels (USVs). This role involves developing robust, marine ‑ ready electrical architectures and ensuring reliable operation in the demanding conditions of the maritime environment.
We’re a team of innovators, engineers, and problem-solvers who believe that great ideas can come from anyone. The best answer wins – regardless of title or experience. We’re not looking for people who just want another job. We’re looking for people who want to be part of the story.
Come build with us. Challenge us. Grow with us.
SYOS Aerospace – the time is now.
The products are evolving. Our global footprint is growing. The people who join today will help define what SYOS becomes tomorrow.
Security Requirement
To be eligible for this role, you must be able to meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). This includes confirming your identity, legal right to work in the UK, recent employment history, and criminal record (unspent convictions only).
We are not accepting unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies. Any CVs sent without prior agreement, including those shared directly with hiring managers, will be considered gifted and no fees will be payable

SYOS is a rapidly growing uncrewed systems technology company tackling real-world challenges across air, land, sea and subsurface domains. We design and manufacture a multi-domain portfolio of advanced, uncrewed, autonomous systems engineered for mission readiness, reliability and the best cost to capability in the market.
Built to perform in remote environments, high-risk scenarios or everyday operations our vehicles enable defence, civil and commercial organisations to work smarter, safer and with greater capability.
Our expertise spans autonomous hardware, mission‑critical uncrewed technologies and AI‑enabled autonomy, and we are one of the world’s largest manufacturers of Uncrewed Surface Vessels (USVs). Combining world-class engineering and proven AI-driven autonomy, we operate with agile design, lean manufacturing and rapid innovation - with a relentless focus on Minimum Viable Capability. Working shoulder to shoulder with customers and end users, shaping solutions informed by real-world evidence and validated in the harshest conditions.
SYOS is dual headquartered in New Zealand and the United Kingdom, with a proven international footprint. Our R&D, manufacturing and production sites are based in UK and NZ, with an operational and support presence in Ukraine.