Space Jobs in Glasgow

Senior Quality Inspector

Perform first-off, in-process, and final inspections of high-precision CNC machined components using CMM and conventional measuring tools. Interpret complex engineering drawings and GD&T, generate inspection reports, lead root cause analyses, and ensure compliance with ISO 9001 standards. Support quality planning, calibration management, and mentor junior team members within a regulated manufacturing environment.

FindCore Glasgow, Alba / Scotland, G2 1AL, United Kingdom £40,000 – £60,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Quality Inspector (CMM / Precision Engineering)

Perform inspection across the production lifecycle for high-precision CNC-machined components used in defence, aerospace, and medical sectors. Program and operate Mitutoyo CMM systems, conduct dimensional and surface roughness checks using precision tools, and generate first article inspection reports. Support ISO 9001 compliance and customer audits while ensuring strict adherence to engineering drawings and GD&T specifications.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Glasgow, Alba / Scotland, G2 1AL, United Kingdom £42,000 – £52,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Software and Satellite Operations Quality Assurance Engineer

This role involves ensuring software quality across the full development lifecycle for satellite systems while also providing mission assurance during satellite operations, including anomaly response and commissioning. The engineer will lead root cause analyses, manage non-conformances, and improve processes using standards like ISO 29110 and ECSS. A key focus is bridging software QA with automated satellite operations, supporting AI/ML-driven fleet management and enhancing fault detection and recovery systems.

Spire Glasgow, Alba / Scotland, G2 1AL, United Kingdom

Quality Assurance Engineer

This role involves ensuring product and process quality across Spire's satellite operations and manufacturing workflows. The engineer will lead root cause investigations, manage supplier quality issues, conduct AS9100-aligned audits, and support engineering change validation. The position requires hands-on work in a cleanroom environment and close collaboration with technical teams to maintain compliance and drive continuous improvement in a high-technology aerospace setting.

Spire Glasgow, Alba / Scotland, G2 1AL, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Senior Software Engineer - Space Reliability

Build autonomous, self-healing systems for satellite operations using SRE principles, AI-driven anomaly detection, and automated recovery pipelines. Develop data platforms for telemetry ingestion and operational insight, and create real-time mission tooling in close collaboration with operators. Focus on reducing toil through automation at scale across space and ground assets.

Spire Glasgow, Alba / Scotland, G2 1AL, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Project Controller

The Project Controller will establish and maintain controls frameworks, programme schedules, and reporting tools for complex, multi-year space technology programmes. Working closely with Delivery Project Managers, the role involves managing baselines, cost performance, risk registers, and change control processes while leveraging modern project management platforms and data tools. The role emphasizes building scalable processes and improving delivery efficiency through automation, analytics, and AI-driven insights.

Spire Glasgow, Alba / Scotland, G2 1AL, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Spacecraft Electronics Engineer

This role involves designing and integrating custom electronics for satellite systems, including PCB design, component selection, and power/signal integrity analysis. The engineer will work closely with software and mechanical teams, perform board bring-up and debugging, and support testing and qualification. Work spans from concept to production, with a focus on high-reliability space applications.

Spire Glasgow, Alba / Scotland, G2 1AL, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Senior RF Engineer

This role involves designing, analyzing, and optimizing advanced RF subsystems for satellite and aerospace applications, with a focus on next-generation communication, navigation, and RF monitoring systems. The engineer will lead RF testing, qualification, and fault-finding across bench, environmental, and spacecraft levels, working closely with cross-functional teams. Responsibilities include component selection, circuit design, simulation, and ensuring system performance through rigorous testing and optimization.

Spire Glasgow, Alba / Scotland, G2 1AL, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent