Latest Satellite Engineer Jobs

Senior Power Systems Engineer

This role involves leading the design, analysis, development, and verification of power systems for spacecraft missions. The engineer will manage power subsystems, interface with other technical leads, and ensure the delivery of innovative power solutions from concept to launch.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

This role involves designing spacecraft components, assemblies, and systems using 3D modeling tools. You will manage mechanical work packages, support integration and testing, and work closely with project managers, system engineers, and manufacturing teams.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Site Reliability Engineer (DataCosmos)

As a Site Reliability Engineer, you will ensure the reliability, performance, and scalability of Open Cosmos's data platform and processing pipelines. You will monitor systems, respond to incidents, improve CI/CD pipelines, and work closely with engineering teams to design resilient systems.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Image Production Engineer

As an Image Production Engineer, you will own and continuously improve the end-to-end imagery processing pipeline, ensuring high-quality and reliable satellite data outputs. You will work closely with engineering and SRE teams to maintain system scalability and troubleshoot issues, while driving automation and performance improvements.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Satellite Flight Operator

Aim high, go beyond!At Open Cosmos we are solving the world’s biggest challenges from space, providing businesses, governments and researchers access to more readily available information than ever before - ready for the challenge? Then read on…Working in our Chief...

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

Buyer - Contractor

This role involves managing the procurement of electronic and electro-mechanical components for spacecraft systems, interpreting MRP data, placing purchase orders, and ensuring timely delivery. The Buyer will negotiate with suppliers, manage compliance, and work closely with stakeholders across a high-integrity engineering environment. It requires strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and experience in procurement within complex, low-volume manufacturing settings.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom

Hybrid Contract

Flight Assembly Technician

The role involves working in a cleanroom environment to build and test satellite components, including boards, modules, harnesses, and solar panels, following ESA standards and build instructions. The technician will also support other tasks as needed, requiring a high level of electro-mechanical skills and attention to detail.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Contracts Manager

The Contracts Manager will lead the Contracts department at Surrey Satellite Technology, overseeing day-to-day operations, contract negotiations, and team management. Key responsibilities include preparing and managing contractual commitments, mentoring team members, and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Flight Assembly Technician - Contractor

The role involves working in a cleanroom environment to build and test satellite components, including boards, modules, harnesses, and solar panels. The technician will work to ESA standards, follow build instructions, and support other team activities.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom

On-site Contract Clearance Required

Air Interface Architect

The Air Interface Architect will define and govern the end-to-end PHY and MAC layer architecture for Open Cosmos' LEO communication system, ensuring high-performance and scalable connectivity. Responsibilities include waveform design, link adaptation, mobility management, and system-level modelling to validate performance and optimize design decisions.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Procurement Specialist (Entry level)

As a Procurement Specialist, you will support day-to-day procurement and order management activities for Open Cosmos' satellite programmes. Your responsibilities include creating and updating purchase orders, coordinating with suppliers and finance, maintaining procurement data, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Delivery Project Manager (DataCosmos)

As a Delivery Project Manager in the Data Division, you will lead the end-to-end delivery of external projects involving satellite data platforms and processing chains. Your responsibilities include managing scope, schedule, costs, and quality, coordinating with technical teams, and ensuring customer alignment and satisfaction.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Junior Legal Counsel

This role involves day-to-day commercial legal work, drafting and negotiating agreements, and providing legal support on complex space-related projects. You will work closely with the General Counsel and various teams to deliver practical, commercially focused legal advice in a fast-growing international company.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Quality and Product Assurance Manager

As the Quality and Product Assurance Manager, you will lead the development and continuous improvement of processes for high-performance space hardware and software. You will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure customer needs are met and exceeded, while driving efficiency and reliability across operations and facilities.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent