Space Jobs in Bournemouth

Open roles
14
Salary range
£28k – £100k
Hiring companies
9
Salary on the board

£28k – £100k

Based on advertised midpoints across the 11 priced listings posted in the last 12 months. Base salary only.

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Entry
28
30
1 job
Junior
35
45
1 job
Mid
30
90
5 jobs
Senior
66
66
1 job
Lead
80
100
2 jobs
Director
80
100
1 job
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Prototype Technician

This role involves building, wiring, and testing prototype systems for advanced unmanned vehicles and experimental platforms used in maritime and aerospace-inspired applications. The technician will operate 3D printers, assemble electronic and mechanical components, and support testing activities using materials like foam, balsa, and CNC-machined parts. Work is hands-on and varied, contributing directly to the development of innovative technologies from concept through to real-world testing.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Southampton, United Kingdom £30,000 – £40,000 pa
On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Flight Test Engineer

Lead the planning, execution, and reporting of flight test activities for advanced airborne evaluation and training systems across a diverse aerospace fleet. Develop test strategies and certification plans, collaborate with engineering and test pilot teams, and ensure compliance with aviation regulations in high-pressure, safety-critical environments. The role involves international travel and oversight of flight test risk management and technical reporting.

Electus Recruitment Bournemouth, United Kingdom £80,000 – £100,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Associate Consultant - Aerospace

Trainee recruitment role focused on aerospace maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) talent. Involves sourcing and engaging licensed engineers and technical specialists, supporting client delivery, and building market knowledge with a structured progression to a sales consultant role within 12 months. Operates in a high-demand, candidate-short sector with strong growth potential.

Gattaca Whiteley, Hampshire, PO15 7LW, United Kingdom £28,000 – £30,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent

Engineering Manager

This role involves leading manufacturing engineering activities within an aerospace production environment, translating design specifications into scalable processes, and ensuring compliance with AS9100 standards. The manager will drive operational excellence through continuous improvement initiatives, support new product introduction, and work closely across engineering, quality, and production teams. It offers a career progression pathway into senior leadership with a focus on process validation and manufacturing system optimisation.

Meritus Talent Southampton, United Kingdom £50,000 – £62,000 pa
On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Senior Systems Engineer

The role involves applying Systems Engineering principles to radar system development, from requirements definition and design through integration, support, and disposal. You will lead the technical evolution of existing radar products and develop new capabilities, resolving complex engineering challenges and managing system design and requirements.

Appcastenterprise Cowes, United Kingdom £66,300 pa
On-site Permanent Part-time Clearance Required

RF Design Engineer

This role involves designing, simulating, and implementing RF and analogue electronic circuits for defence and national security applications. You will work on a variety of projects, from rapid prototyping to enhancing existing solutions, and collaborate with a highly driven engineering team to deliver cutting-edge technology.

Sanderson Southampton, United Kingdom £60,000 – £90,000 pa
On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Radar Mechanical Design Lead

This senior mechanical engineering role involves leading the design and development of complex mechanical systems for a cutting-edge technology demonstrator. The candidate will act as the mechanical design authority, ensuring robust and compliant solutions throughout the full engineering lifecycle, and will collaborate with cross-functional teams to align mechanical solutions with overall system requirements.

Appcastenterprise Cowes, United Kingdom £85,700 pa
Hybrid Permanent Part-time Clearance Required

A Licensed Line Engineer

This role involves certifying aircraft maintenance activities, supporting daily line operations, maintaining airworthiness records, and promoting safety practices. You will work closely with senior engineers to prioritise tasks and maintain fleet availability, with opportunities to strengthen your own authorisations over time.

Electus Recruitment Bournemouth, United Kingdom £40,000 – £44,500 pa
On-site Permanent Clearance Required

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