Latest engineering Jobs

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

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

TAS-I Cyber Security Authority

This role involves leading and overseeing cybersecurity strategy and compliance across Thales Alenia Space's projects and products, from bid phase through development. The Cyber Security Authority ensures alignment with internal policies, regulatory standards, and customer requirements, while advising on security architecture, risk management, and supply chain resilience. Key responsibilities include validating security roadmaps, leading audits, and embedding secure practices within engineering and product teams across a complex, international matrix organization.

Thales Alenia Space Italy

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Senior Embedded Software and Processing Engineer (m/f/d)

Lead the development and integration of embedded processing solutions for advanced space systems, working across hardware and software domains. Define processing architectures using microcontrollers, FPGAs, and DSPs, and support full lifecycle activities from specification to automated testing. Collaborate with international teams and external partners while adhering to space-grade engineering standards and driving process improvements.

Thales Alenia Space Switzerland

Design Engineer (SolidWorks/Steel)

This role involves designing custom structural steel solutions using SolidWorks, conducting weekly site visits to take precise measurements, and preparing final plans for client approval. The candidate will work on diverse projects across high-profile sectors including aerospace, telecommunications, heritage, and rail. Collaboration with senior designers and opportunities for long-term career development are key aspects of the position.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment B709Bs, United Kingdom £45,000 – £55,000 pa

CAD Technician (SolidWorks/Steel)

Design and draft custom steel structures using SolidWorks, based on on-site measurements taken weekly. Create and submit detailed plans for client approval, working on projects across aerospace, telecommunications, and heritage sectors. Collaborate with senior designers in a rapidly growing engineering firm.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment B709Bs, United Kingdom £45,000 – £55,000 pa

Senior Structural Engineer

As a Senior Structural Engineer, you will develop and validate high-fidelity finite-element models for various structures, perform multiple types of analyses, and author reports that meet MoD and customer standards. You will also lead knowledge-transfer workshops, champion process improvements, and represent the company in design reviews and external audits.

Advanced Resource Managers Bedfordshire, United Kingdom £45,000 – £51,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Embedded Software Engineer

Develop embedded software for real-time communication and control systems in wireless and space-enabled networks. Work on full-cycle design, implementation, and integration of high-performance subsystems, including FPGA-based and multi-core platforms. Collaborate on test automation, CI/CD pipelines, and contribute to ground station software operations.

Archangel Lightworks Ox20Es, United Kingdom