Space Jobs in Bournemouth

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4 live roles

CNC Turner

This role involves operating and setting up CNC turning machines to manufacture precision-engineered components for the aerospace and marine sectors. The candidate will work with manual lathes and milling machines, interpret engineering drawings, conduct quality inspections, and adhere to strict quality standards including AS9100 and ISO9001. The position is based in a modern workshop with a focus on quality, accuracy, and continuous skill development in CNC programming.

Platinum Recruitment Consultancy Bh256Sa, BH25 6SA, United Kingdom £30,000 – £35,000 pa
On-site Permanent

Quality System Engineer

This role involves maintaining and improving quality systems within a highly regulated aerospace and defence environment, with a focus on supplier quality, non-conformance management, and compliance with ISO 9001 and industry-specific standards. The engineer will lead audits, drive continuous improvement, and work closely with suppliers to ensure quality across the supply chain. It’s a technical, process-driven position requiring strong analytical skills and regulatory knowledge.

DCS Recruitment Bournemouth, United Kingdom
On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Aerospace Mechanical Inspector (CMM)

Conducts first-off, in-process, and final inspections of aerospace components using Mitutoyo CMM systems and precision measuring tools. Interprets engineering drawings and GD&T to ensure compliance with aerospace quality standards. Works closely with production and quality teams to identify and report non-conformances.

Actio Recruitment Ferndown, Dorset, BH22 9HZ, United Kingdom £19 – £21 ph
On-site Permanent

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

Roles further afield

A little outside Bournemouth, but within reach.

Project Engineer (Automation / FANUC)

This role involves leading the delivery of complex robot-based electromechanical automation systems from concept to completion, managing cross-functional teams and ensuring projects meet commercial, technical, and operational goals. You'll work closely with clients and suppliers in high-tech industries such as aerospace and renewable energy, applying expertise in robotics, motion control, and automation. The position offers significant career development, training, and flexible working within a well-established engineering firm.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Dorchester, United Kingdom £45,000 – £50,000 pa
On-site Permanent Clearance Required

CNC Turner

Operate, program, and set CNC turning machines to produce high-precision components for defence and aerospace applications. Work with Fanuc, Siemens, and Mazatrol controls, interpret engineering drawings, select tooling, and perform quality inspections. Contribute to a skilled machining team in a stable, technologically advanced manufacturing environment.

The Work Shop Romsey, United Kingdom £40,000 pa
On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Senior Avionic Systems Engineer

This role involves leading avionics systems engineering activities across the full lifecycle, from requirements definition to verification, for advanced airborne systems. The engineer will integrate complex avionics subsystems, ensure compliance with aerospace safety and certification standards, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. It is a hands-on technical leadership position with a focus on navigation systems and system-of-systems integration within a defence or aerospace context.

Morson Edge Semley, Wiltshire, SP7 9AU, United Kingdom £60 – £70 ph
On-site Contract Clearance Required

Senior Systems Test Engineer

This role involves designing and developing automated test frameworks for advanced 5G and emerging 6G wireless systems, working across the full development lifecycle. The engineer will create scalable test environments, integrate RF test equipment, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure robust verification of high-performance wireless products used in mission-critical global applications.

Spectrum IT Recruitment Southampton, United Kingdom £75,000 – £80,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent

Principal System Test Engineer

Design and develop automated test systems for advanced 5G and satellite communication technologies using Python and RF instrumentation. Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to define verification strategies and integrate test equipment like spectrum analyzers and signal generators. Help shape the future of test automation and product validation in a high-performance wireless technology environment.

Yoh, A Day & Zimmermann Company So167Qj, SO16 7QJ, United Kingdom £70,000 – £80,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent

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

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