Space Jobs in Northampton

Senior Systems Engineer

The Senior Systems Engineer leads the technical execution of space missions, managing system requirements, technical budgets, and cross-disciplinary integration from development through on-orbit validation. This role acts as the primary technical liaison between internal teams, customers, and contractors, ensuring mission success through rigorous verification and risk management. The position requires deep expertise in satellite systems, including RF/optical payloads and ground station networks, within a hybrid work model based in Glasgow.

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

On-site Permanent

Service Delivery Manager – Integrated Logistics Support (ILS)

This role involves leading Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) and Post Design Support (PDS) activities for a complex defence programme, ensuring supportability is embedded from design through in-service phases. The Service Delivery Manager acts as the primary liaison with MoD stakeholders and partner organisations, overseeing technical delivery, team leadership, and cross-functional collaboration across engineering and logistics. Key responsibilities include developing the Integrated Support Plan, managing obsolescence and disposal, and driving continuous improvement in supportability practices.

Lockheed Martin Havant, Hampshire, United Kingdom £62,000 – £78,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Senior RF Systems Engineer (Ground Segment)

Design and develop advanced RF systems for mission-critical ground segment applications in defence and aerospace. Work across the full lifecycle from architecture and circuit design to integration and testing, focusing on high-frequency and microwave technologies in demanding environments. Contribute to system performance, resilience, and next-generation capabilities for secure military communications.

Lockheed Martin Havant, Hampshire, United Kingdom £72,000 – £90,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Payload Software Engineer

Develop advanced payload software for secure military communications satellites, focusing on high-reliability systems in constrained, mission-critical environments. Work across the full software lifecycle, from design to testing, ensuring compliance with rigorous engineering standards and contributing to next-generation defence capabilities.

Lockheed Martin Havant, Hampshire, United Kingdom £102,000 – £127,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Nuclear/ Radiation Hardening Engineer

Designs and develops radiation-hardened electronic systems for use in high-threat environments, focusing on resilience and reliability for military and aerospace applications. Works across the full system lifecycle from concept to disposal, performing technical planning, integration, and validation. Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to meet stringent performance, cost, and schedule requirements for national security space systems.

Lockheed Martin Newcastle, North East England, United Kingdom £93,000 – £116,000 pa

On-site Permanent

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

Test Engineer Engine, Propulsion or Thrust

Conduct hot fire testing of rocket propulsion systems using propellant and pressurant feed systems, including design and execution of test setups. Work with ground support and electrical ground support equipment in a space engineering context. Ideal for engineers with hands-on experience in mechanical, aerospace, or physics-based roles focused on rocketry and fluidic control systems.

Expert Employment Waddesdon, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom £28,000 – £43,500 pa

European Business Development Manager - Aerospace

This role involves driving business growth across Europe in the aerospace, energy, and medical sectors by identifying new opportunities, managing key client relationships, and supporting bid processes. The candidate will engage with mid-to-senior level stakeholders, represent the company at industry events, and work closely with technical teams to align capabilities with market demands. Success requires strategic market positioning and active customer acquisition in high-precision manufacturing sectors.

Jonathan Lee Recruitment Stivichall, West Midlands (county), CV3 6FS, United Kingdom

Remote Permanent

Senior Systems Engineer

A leading space technology business is looking for a Senior Systems Engineer to support the development and delivery of next-generation spacecraft propulsion systems for commercial, scientific and defence space programmes.Working at the forefront of space propulsion technology, the business designs...

Cranleigh Scientific Westcott, Buckinghamshire, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom

Warranty Technician (Rolling Stock)

Job Title:Warranty Technician (Rolling Stock)Job Location:BletchleyHourly Pay Rate:£28.36 PAYE / £ 37.00 UmbrellaShifts:12-hour shiftsShift Pattern:Mon - ThursDuration:On-going contractStart Date:ASAPIndustries considered: Rail, Rolling Stock, RAF, REME, Army, Navy, Marine, Avionics, Rolling Stock, Commercial/Industrial Electrics, Defence, Plant Engineering, SPM, HVAC, and Process...

Shorterm Group Bletchley, Buckinghamshire, MK2 2FY, United Kingdom £28 – £37 ph

Information Modeller

Information ModellerLocation: Warwick - OnsiteStart Day: ASAPContract Rate: £335 per day inside IR35Duration: 6 months initiallyRole OverviewOur client is seeking an Information Modeller to support the design, governance, and delivery of enterprise information models across business and technical domains. This...

Queen Square Recruitment Warwick, Warwickshire, United Kingdom £300 – £335 pd