Space Jobs in Salford

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Salary range

£35k – £92k

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£35k – £92k

Based on advertised midpoints across the 5 priced listings posted in the last 12 months. Base salary only.

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5 live roles

Bid Engineer (Aerospace/Defence)

This role involves leading bid preparation for aerospace and defence contracts, including reviewing tender documents, coordinating bid activities, and producing cost estimates and commercial proposals. The engineer will work autonomously within a well-established electronics manufacturer, supporting bids from inception through to handover to project delivery. The position offers career progression, training, and professional membership support within a security-cleared environment.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Stockport, United Kingdom £35,000 – £45,000 pa

Design Engineer (Special Purpose Machinery)

Design and develop custom automation machinery for industries like automotive and aerospace, from concept to completion using SolidWorks. Role involves design, testing, and hands-on oversight of manufacturing, with opportunities for technical growth and progression within a specialist engineering team.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Manchester, United Kingdom £50,000 – £60,000 pa

Lead Electronics Engineer

This role involves leading the end-to-end development of high-reliability electronics for space and defence applications, with a focus on FPGA and ASIC-based systems. The Lead Electronics Engineer will design high-speed digital circuits, oversee complex HDI PCB development, and guide multidisciplinary teams through integration and space qualification. It is a senior technical leadership position requiring deep expertise in safety-critical hardware design and advanced manufacturing processes.

Platform Recruitment Manchester, United Kingdom £90,000 – £110,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Aerospace NDT Technician

This role involves performing non-destructive testing (NDT) inspections on aircraft using multiple methods including PT, UT, and ET, in compliance with aerospace standards. The technician will work in a fast-paced environment, often under pressure, conducting both line and heavy maintenance inspections with meticulous attention to detail and accurate documentation. The position offers opportunities for travel across the UK and Europe, along with involvement in high-profile aviation projects.

NDT Personnel Ltd Manchester, United Kingdom £55,000 – £65,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent

Quality Engineer - Aerospace & Defence

The role involves supporting quality assurance across aerospace and defence engineering projects, with responsibilities including internal and external audits, Factory and Site Acceptance Testing, calibration management, non-conformance handling, and maintaining quality systems. The engineer will work closely with the Quality Manager and contribute to continuous improvement in a high-precision manufacturing environment.

EDM Limited Manchester, United Kingdom £35,000 – £45,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

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