Defence Robotics Engineer career guide
Defence Robotics Engineers develop autonomous robots and remotely operated systems that support military operations in hazardous environments.
Career guide reviewed by Certyz · October 2026
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What does a Defence Robotics Engineer do?
Defence Robotics Engineers develop autonomous robots and remotely operated systems that support military operations in hazardous environments.
- Engineering laboratories
- Testing facilities
- Office
- QinetiQ
- BAE Systems
- Leonardo
- Defence Science and Technology Laboratory
How to become a Defence Robotics Engineer
Robotics engineers combine software, electronics and mechanics to create intelligent systems that improve military capability and protect personnel.
Degree or Degree Apprenticeship in Robotics, Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering or Electronic Engineering.
- University
- Degree apprenticeship
- Apprenticeship
- Direct employment or training
Skills and progression for Defence Robotics Engineer
- Programming
- Engineering
- Problem solving
- Innovation
- Systems thinking
- Senior Robotics Engineer
- Principal Engineer
- Engineering Manager
- Technical Director
- Engineering Director
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