Latest satellite Jobs

Shipping Officer Contractor

Coordinate domestic and international shipments of satellite components and equipment, ensuring compliance with export controls and aerospace standards. Manage logistics documentation, work with freight partners, and support inventory processes within a small, agile team. Act as a key liaison between technical teams, suppliers, and external agencies to ensure secure and timely delivery of sensitive payloads.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom

On-site Contract Clearance Required

Head of Spectrum & Regulatory Affairs

Leads the strategic management and protection of Open Cosmos' global spectrum assets, ensuring compliance with international regulations and coordinating frequency rights across jurisdictions. Translates complex regulatory requirements into technical constraints for satellite operations and represents the company before regulators and industry bodies. Focuses on long-term spectrum planning, ITU filings, and cross-functional collaboration with engineering and mission operations teams.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Senior Software Engineer (Ground Segment)

This role involves designing and maintaining backend services and APIs for satellite and mission operations, with a focus on reliability and automation. The engineer will work closely with system engineers and spacecraft operators to develop an operations platform using Go, Python, and Kubernetes, supporting a growing satellite constellation. Responsibilities include leading technical design, writing maintainable code, and ensuring system observability in a high-constraint environment.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Product Procurement Specialist (Launch specialism)

Act as the primary procurement contact for launch-related services and equipment, managing supplier relationships and ensuring timely delivery aligned with mission schedules. Coordinate sourcing activities and purchase orders while monitoring cost, quality, and supply risk. Support engineering and mission teams with procurement expertise for critical space missions.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Embedded Electronics Engineer

Design and develop embedded electronic hardware for satellite missions, focusing on On-Board Data Handling (OBDH) systems. Work on schematic capture, PCB design, and verification of mixed-signal electronics, supporting testing and integration of flight hardware in a collaborative engineering environment.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Sales Lead, Earth Observation Data (Europe)

Lead sales strategy and close strategic deals for Earth Observation data across Europe, targeting government, defence, and commercial sectors. Drive end-to-end sales cycles for satellite data and imagery licensing, working closely with technical and product teams to tailor solutions. Position Open Cosmos’ space-based data capabilities in high-impact customer applications and industry forums.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Production Manager

Manages daily satellite assembly, integration, and test (AIT) operations across multiple shifts at Open Cosmos’ UK site. Leads team leads, ensures production plans are executed safely and on schedule, and maintains alignment with engineering, quality, and supply chain functions. Focuses on operational efficiency, KPIs, and consistent process execution in a high-tech manufacturing environment.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Data Processing Technical Project Manager

This role involves managing data processing deliverables and products within a satellite data team, coordinating between technical teams and project managers. The focus is on ensuring timely, high-quality delivery using robust software engineering practices. It plays a central role in transforming satellite data into actionable insights for customers and internal platforms.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

User Terminal Architect

The User Terminal Architect will define and lead the technical architecture of satellite user terminals across fixed, mobility, and low-power form factors. This includes end-to-end system specifications, integration of antenna, RF, and digital subsystems, and trade-offs between performance, SWaP, and manufacturability. The role involves close collaboration with system, payload, and manufacturing teams to deliver scalable, mass-producible terminals for satellite communications.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Verification & Validation Engineer

This role involves ensuring satellite communication systems meet mission-critical requirements through automated testing integrated into agile workflows. The engineer will develop and maintain test frameworks, execute validation in Software- and Hardware-in-the-Loop environments, and collaborate closely with development teams to debug issues and improve system reliability. Focus is on continuous verification of complex, distributed systems using Python and CI/CD pipelines.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Satcom Payload Architect

The role involves defining the end-to-end technical architecture of advanced satellite communication payloads for low Earth orbit (LEO) constellations. You will translate service requirements into detailed technical specifications for RF, digital, and optical subsystems, perform microwave link analysis, and ensure alignment between payload and spacecraft design. The position requires deep systems engineering expertise in satellite communications, with a focus on flexible, high-performance, and SWaP-optimised solutions.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Flight Software Engineer

Develop and test flight and ground software for satellite subsystems, focusing on reliability and performance across the mission lifecycle. Implement embedded code in Rust, C, and C++ for onboard computers, payloads, and communications. Collaborate with systems, electronics, and mission operations teams to deliver mission-critical functionality including telemetry, command execution, and fault recovery.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Senior Flight Software Engineer

Design and develop flight software for satellite platforms across the full mission lifecycle, from architecture to flight certification. Implement mission-critical systems in Rust, C, and C++ with a focus on fault tolerance, autonomous recovery, and compliance with space standards. Collaborate with hardware, systems, and operations teams to integrate and test software across onboard and ground systems.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Operations Engineer (AIT Production)

This role involves developing and optimizing satellite manufacturing processes within a high-tech production environment. The engineer will apply Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to improve efficiency, quality, and scalability in satellite assembly and testing. Responsibilities include data analysis, SOP development, cross-functional collaboration, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards during production.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Production Systems Software Engineer

This role involves developing and maintaining software systems that support satellite manufacturing, with a focus on automation, data flow, and integration of production tools. You'll work hands-on to connect test equipment with databases and enterprise systems, troubleshoot issues, and improve traceability and efficiency on the production floor. The position bridges software development and industrial operations within a high-tech space engineering environment.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent