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Series C Hybrid
Space Technology Founded 51-200 employees

Spire

Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom
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Hiring activity
Quiet
0.5 roles/week
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About Spire

Spire is a space-to-cloud data and analytics company that operates one of the largest constellations of satellites. They provide advanced maritime, aviation, weather, and earth intelligence data, and offer space services to commercial and government customers.

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Quality Control Technician

Last week

Spire Glasgow

Inspect incoming, in-process and outgoing spacecraft hardware against engineering drawings and aerospace workmanship standards, resolving supplier engineering queries with Quality, Engineering and Supply Chain. Maintain traceable records, escalate non-conformances, and support calibration and maintenance of inspection tools such as callipers, torque drivers and microscopes.

On-site Clearance Required
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Software Engineer - Yocto/Linux

Last week

Spire Glasgow

Develops and maintains embedded Linux daemons and communication interfaces for satellite systems, working with Yocto on Xilinx MPSoC hardware. Involves C/C++, Bash and Python, low-level protocols like CAN/UART/SPI/I2C, and close collaboration with electrical engineers on board bring-up and fault-tolerant design.

Hybrid Clearance Required
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Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Last week

Spire Glasgow

Design, implement, test and maintain embedded firmware for satellite systems, working across engineering groups on architecture and system design. Debug on-orbit and on-ground issues, optimise serial protocols and build interface tooling, using Embedded C, FreeRTOS, Python, Bash and Git on Linux. Fast design-to-launch cycles measured in weeks.

Hybrid Clearance Required
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Director of Software Engineering

Last week

Spire Glasgow

Lead the transformation of satellite constellation operations from manual, operator-driven processes to fully autonomous, self-healing systems. Set technical vision and architecture for reliability, data platforms and automation while staying hands-on with code and design reviews. Build and mentor a team of 6-10 reliability and platform engineers, driving SRE principles, SLOs and AI-driven anomaly detection.

Hybrid Clearance Required
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Product Assurance Engineer

Last week

Spire Glasgow

Support the implementation of Product Assurance processes across space systems projects, covering requirements flow-down, compliance verification, non-conformity management, supplier quality oversight, and reliability, safety and dependability analysis. Work closely with senior PA staff, engineering teams and project managers across the full project lifecycle in a high-reliability, standards-driven environment.

Hybrid Clearance Required
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GNC Engineer

2 weeks ago

Spire Glasgow

Owns the full lifecycle of spacecraft GNC hardware, from selecting and qualifying flight sensors and actuators to maintaining 6-DOF simulation models and avionics peripherals. Works hands-on in lab and manufacturing settings with cross-functional hardware, software and systems teams, in a design-to-launch cycle measured in weeks rather than years.

Hybrid Clearance Required

Why work here

  • ✓ Hands-on technical leadership roles
  • ✓ Innovative and fast-paced environment
  • ✓ Focus on autonomous and AI-driven systems
  • ✓ Opportunities to work on cutting-edge space technology

Hiring at Spire

Across 9 roles

Work policy

Hybrid
8
Office-based
1
Across 1 role

Role types

  • permanent 1
Primary hiring location

Most of Spire's open roles on UK Space Jobs are based in Glasgow.

What sets Spire apart

Why they stand out

  • Proprietary data collection and processing techniques
  • Autonomous and self-healing satellite constellations
  • Low-cost, fast-paced systems design and development

Social proof

  • One of the largest constellations of satellites
  • Provides advanced maritime, aviation, weather, and earth intelligence data

Frequently asked questions

What does Spire do?

Spire is a space-to-cloud data and analytics company that operates one of the largest constellations of satellites. They provide advanced maritime, aviation, weather, and earth intelligence data, and offer space services to commercial and government customers. Spire is active in Space Technology, Satellite Operations, and Data Analytics.

What kind of organisation is Spire?

Spire is a private entity working in Space Technology, listed on UK Space Jobs alongside private and venture-backed employers.

When was Spire founded?

Spire was founded in 2012 — that makes them 14 years old.

How big is Spire?

Spire sits in the 51-200 employee band according to their public profile. Use this as a rough size signal — actual headcount can shift between disclosures.

How many jobs does Spire have open on UK Space Jobs?

Spire has 10 open roles on UK Space Jobs right now. Browse the full list above and apply directly.

Is Spire actively hiring?

Yes — Spire is hiring quietly on UK Space Jobs, averaging 0.5 roles posted per week (7 in the last 30 days, up 5 versus the previous 30).

Does Spire hire remotely?

Of Spire's 9 open roles on UK Space Jobs, 8 hybrid and 1 office-based.

Does Spire publish salaries?

Not consistently — Spire's live roles on UK Space Jobs have minimal disclosure on salary, role detail or work policy. Check individual listings for specifics.

Where is Spire hiring?

Spire's open roles on UK Space Jobs are based primarily in Glasgow. Check individual listings for remote or hybrid options.

What role types does Spire hire for?

Spire's 1 open role on UK Space Jobs include 1 permanent.

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