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Lead Systems Engineer – Space

This role involves leading the development and delivery of advanced satellite and ground systems for secure military communications. Responsibilities include managing system requirements, integration, verification, and validation, as well as coordinating with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders to ensure successful programme execution.

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

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Electrical Test Operations Engineer

The Electrical Test Operations Engineer will execute electrical and functional test procedures on engineering test benches and flight spacecraft, using various test equipment and systems. They will support spacecraft integration, automated and manual tests, and environmental and launch activities, working in a shift-based environment with possible flexible hours.

Line Up Aviation Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom £37 ph

UAS Build Engineer & Pilot

This role involves hands-on assembly, integration, and maintenance of unmanned aircraft systems, along with conducting flight operations and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. The engineer will diagnose technical faults, manage system configurations, and support the development of autonomous drone technology through testing and operational feedback. It's a multidisciplinary position combining workshop-based engineering with field-based UAS piloting in a safety-critical environment.

SoCode Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom £26,000 – £30,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Software Engineer (AWS, Python, C#/C++, CFD/FEA)

In this role, you will develop core modules for an engineering design platform, integrate them into a cloud compute environment, and streamline complex engineering processes through high-quality automation. You will work in a cutting-edge, rapidly expanding team that tackles unique challenges and collaborates with leading tech, automotive, aerospace, and engineering brands.

HAYS Specialist Recruitment Oxford, United Kingdom £45,000 – £68,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Flexible

Embedded Software Engineer

This role involves developing embedded software for wireless communication systems, from design to integration. You will work on control, automation, and data systems, collaborating closely with project and software leads to deliver high-performance solutions.

Archangel Lightworks Ox11Aa, OX1 1AA, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Project Manager

As a Project Manager at Archangel Lightworks, you will oversee the development and delivery of cutting-edge laser communication technologies, including the flagship Optical Ground Station, TERRA-M. Your responsibilities will include managing project scopes, timelines, and budgets, collaborating with engineering and technical teams, and building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders such as ESA and IUK.

Archangel Lightworks Ox11Aa, OX1 1AA, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Software Engineer - Aerospace - Oxfordshire

This role involves developing a unified software platform that consolidates commercial and internal engineering tools for aerospace and additive manufacturing. You will work closely with Aerothermal Designers and Mechanical Engineers to productionize internal code, wrap commercial simulation tools, and integrate them into cloud-based workflows.

Bond Williams Kidlington, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

B1 & B2 Licensed Engineer

This role involves certifying maintenance, repairs, and inspections on aircraft mechanical and avionics systems, depending on licence type. The engineer will work with airframe structures, power plants, and electrical systems, using specialised test equipment to ensure aircraft safety. The position supports a global leader in rotary aerospace systems within a technologically advanced and team-focused environment.

Omega Resource Group Oxford Spires Park, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Rocket Assembly Technician

This role involves assembling small, high-precision rockets in a clean, low-volume production environment. You will read assembly diagrams, use hand tools, and focus on quality over quantity, with opportunities for overtime.

ATP Ox447Aw, OX44 7AW, United Kingdom £25,000 – £28,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Rocket Assembly Operative

Yep, you read that right – You’re going to assemble rockets!They’re surprisingly small, about the size of an empty toilet roll but they contain small mechanisms that require your full attention in assembling the right way.You’ll need to be able...

ATP Technical Limited Chalgrove, Oxfordshire, OX44 7QW, United Kingdom £26,000 – £28,000 pa

Systems Analysis & Simulation Engineer

This role involves developing and testing algorithms to forecast optical link availability for space-to-ground laser communications, using meteorological data and sensor inputs. The engineer will perform network-level simulations, analyse large datasets, and optimise system performance across varying atmospheric conditions. Work includes building simulation tools, generating technical reports, and supporting architecture decisions for a next-generation satellite communications network.

Archangel Lightworks Ox20Aa, OX2 0AA, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Optical Systems Engineer

As an Optical Systems Engineer, you will design, model, and test laser communication terminal optical subsystems for extreme environments. Your role involves requirement definition, trade-off analysis, and practical testing, working closely with the product technical lead and optical engineering team.

Archangel Lightworks Ox20Es, OX2 0ES, United Kingdom £25,000 – £60,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent

Optical AIT Engineer

This role involves hands-on assembly, integration, and testing of optomechanical subsystems for advanced laser communications ground stations. The engineer will support serial production, develop test equipment, and contribute to manufacturing process improvements. Occasional international travel is required for system deployment and field support, with work based in Oxford’s Osney Mead facility.

Archangel Lightworks Ox20Es, OX2 0ES, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent