Space Jobs in Newcastle

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

Information & Cybersecurity Assurance Manager

This role involves leading cybersecurity and information assurance activities within a space and aerospace organisation, focusing on Secure by Design principles, compliance with standards like ISO 27001 and DCC, and managing security across project lifecycles. The manager will oversee certification deliverables, third-party compliance, vulnerability management, and contribute to incident response and business continuity planning. Key responsibilities include reviewing system designs, supporting security governance, and ensuring timely space licensing through robust security input.

Langham Recruitment Guildford, Surrey, United Kingdom

Propulsion Engineer

This role involves end-to-end engineering of spacecraft propulsion systems, including design, analysis, hardware build, testing, and in-orbit commissioning. The engineer will work across gas, chemical, and electric propulsion technologies, contributing to mission-critical projects from concept through to launch and on-orbit operations. A blend of hands-on technical work and analytical design is required, with close collaboration across teams and customers.

Langham Recruitment Guildford, Surrey, United Kingdom

Assembly and Integration Engineer - Spacecraft Optical Payloads

This role involves the assembly, integration, and verification of spacecraft optical payloads in a cleanroom environment. The engineer will perform precision optical alignment, conduct performance testing (MTF and radiometry), handle sensitive components, and resolve technical issues during build. Responsibilities include operating ground support equipment, executing bonding operations, maintaining detailed build records, and ensuring compliance with cleanliness and safety standards.

Langham Recruitment Guildford, Surrey, United Kingdom

Senior Project Manager - Space / Satellite

This role involves leading end-to-end satellite mission projects from contract award through spacecraft development, launch, commissioning, and operational acceptance. The Senior Project Manager will provide strategic leadership across engineering, commercial, and supply chain functions, acting as the primary customer interface and ensuring delivery within financial, schedule, and technical constraints. The position focuses on scaling production for innovative constellation satellite missions serving institutional, defence, and international clients.

Langham Recruitment Guildford, Surrey, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

RF Engineer

Design and develop high-performance RF and mmWave subsystems for mission-critical applications in telecommunications, aerospace, defence, and space. Perform hands-on RF design, simulation, testing, and troubleshooting across the full product lifecycle. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver advanced connectivity solutions meeting stringent performance and reliability standards.

Filtronic High Peak, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Production Manager (Electronics/Aerospace/Defence)

Oversee production and manufacturing operations in electronics for aerospace and defence, supporting new product introduction, quality assurance, and legacy systems. Key responsibilities include developing DFM and DFT procedures and acting as technical liaison between internal teams and customers. Role emphasizes technical leadership, process improvement, and career development within a high-reliability manufacturing environment.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Poynton, Cheshire, SK12 1GP, United Kingdom £50,000 – £60,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Panel Wirer (Aerospace/Defence/Security Clearance Assistance)

This role involves wiring large-scale electrical projects in aerospace and defence, including cabinet, rack, and box wiring. You'll create and route wire harnesses, terminate connectors, and interpret technical drawings. The company supports security clearance and offers training, progression, and a structured career path in a high-integrity environment.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Poynton, Cheshire, SK12 1GP, United Kingdom £30,000 – £40,000 pa

Quality Engineer

This role involves ensuring the quality and reliability of advanced printed circuit boards (PCBs) used in highly regulated sectors such as aerospace and defence. The Quality Engineer will conduct inspections, perform reliability testing, and carry out internal audits on incoming and outgoing products. With full training provided, the role supports career development in a high-growth, technically advanced manufacturing environment.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Telford, TF3 4HB, United Kingdom £30,000 – £35,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Electrical Technician

This role involves building, wiring, and testing electrical control systems and machinery based on engineering drawings, with responsibilities including fault finding, diagnostics, and on-site installation support. The technician will work primarily at a manufacturing facility in Telford but will also travel internationally to commission equipment at customer sites across Europe, the USA, and Japan. The position requires strong practical electrical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work safely within project teams.

Meritus Talent Telford, TF3 4HB, United Kingdom £28,000 – £35,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Controls Engineer

The role involves developing and commissioning bespoke automation systems using PLC programming for industrial applications across sectors like Aerospace and Defence. The engineer will work on control software, configure drives and communication protocols, and provide on-site support during system commissioning and customer training. Regular UK and international travel is required as part of the job.

Meritus Talent Telford, TF3 4HB, United Kingdom £45,000 – £50,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required