UK Space Jobs

Control Systems Engineer (Specialty Metals/Manufacturing)

This role involves delivering control system engineering projects from concept to commissioning within a high-purity metals manufacturing environment. You'll provide technical support for PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems, troubleshoot recurring faults, and contribute to process improvements in a fast-paced industrial setting. The position offers hands-on work with advanced control systems and specialist machinery in a safety-critical aerospace supply chain.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Rotherham, United Kingdom £55,000 – £60,000 pa

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

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

Esa Qualified Inspector - Contractor

Inspect spacecraft electrical and mechanical harnesses to ensure compliance with ESA, ECSS, and IPC standards in a cleanroom environment. Conduct visual and electrical inspections, document non-conformances, and support root-cause analysis during build and integration. Verify mechanical integrity and process controls to maintain high-reliability spaceflight hardware.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom

On-site Contract Clearance Required

AIT Integration Engineer - Contractor

This role involves hands-on mechanical integration and testing of spacecraft during assembly, integration, and environmental test (AIT/EVT) phases. The engineer supports mission teams with integration planning, cleanroom operations, and test execution, including potential overseas travel. Responsibilities include harness and cable definition, safety compliance, and participation in design reviews, requiring strong attention to detail and cross-team collaboration.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom

On-site Contract Flexible Clearance Required

Quality Engineer (Aerospace Components)

This role involves overseeing the quality division for aerospace components, ensuring products meet specification requirements and compliance with ISO9001 standards. The Quality Engineer will conduct audits, manage stakeholder communication, and drive resolution of nonconformities and systemic improvements. It offers a pathway into management with structured training and career progression within a long-established, innovative aviation components company.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment County Galway, United Kingdom £40,000 – £45,000 pa

Business Development Lead - Space

This role involves driving business growth by selling high-value engineering consultancy and technology development services into the space, satellite, and defence sectors. The individual will identify and shape opportunities across government and commercial space markets, building strategic relationships and leading proposals for complex technical programmes. Success requires translating advanced engineering capabilities into customer-focused solutions within long sales cycles.

Matchtech Essex, United Kingdom £80,000 – £90,000 pa

Graduate/Junior LabVIEW Engineer

This role involves working as a Graduate/Junior LabVIEW Engineer within a specialist engineering team, focusing on programming and integrating automation and test systems using LabVIEW. You'll receive hands-on training and work on real-world projects across industries like aerospace, defence, and manufacturing, supporting the development of bespoke control solutions. The position emphasizes long-term technical growth and learning under supervision.

Rise Technical Recruitment Gloucestershire, United Kingdom £30,000 – £38,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Senior High Speed Digital Engineer

Design and develop high-speed digital electronics for space-based systems, focusing on FPGA and microprocessor-based solutions. Perform signal integrity analysis, schematic capture, and PCB design review using tools like Hyperlynx and Mentor xDesigner. Support validation campaigns and ensure compliance with space industry standards such as ECSS, while collaborating in a multidisciplinary engineering environment.

Thales Alenia Space Spain

Test Benches - Senior Engineer

Design and develop software libraries, scripts, and tools for spacecraft test benches, enabling electrical verification and integration of space systems. Work closely with hardware engineers in lab and cleanroom environments to deliver reliable, automated test solutions. Take ownership of software development, troubleshooting, and technical documentation within international, multidisciplinary teams.

Thales Alenia Space Spain

Electrical Systems Engineer

This role involves maintaining, upgrading, and designing complex electrical systems within a unique aerospace testing facility. The engineer will lead projects from concept to commissioning, troubleshoot operational issues, and drive continuous improvement in a multidisciplinary environment. The position requires hands-on ownership of electrical infrastructure in an industrial setting with a focus on reliability and innovation.

Rise Technical Recruitment Bedfordshire, United Kingdom £60,000 – £65,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Field Sales Engineer - Electronics

This role involves identifying and securing new business opportunities in RF, microwave, and electronics technologies, with a focus on technical sales and customer engagement. The engineer will work closely with OEMs and internal teams to develop tailored solutions, deliver technical presentations, and manage the full sales lifecycle. Occasional international travel and field-based work across central and eastern England are required.

Shorterm Group Oxfordshire, United Kingdom £50,000 – £55,000 pa

Permanent Clearance Required

Quality Engineer

This role involves leading and maintaining the Quality Management System, ensuring compliance with aerospace standards, and managing a team of Quality Engineers. Responsibilities include driving quality excellence, supporting new product introduction, and conducting supplier audits. The position offers a chance to influence quality strategy in a growing aerospace business.

Reed Bs306Hz, United Kingdom £45,000 – £50,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Senior Quality Engineer

This role involves leading and maintaining the Quality Management System, ensuring compliance with aerospace standards, and guiding quality activities across the product lifecycle. You will manage a team of Quality Engineers, support new product introduction, and conduct supplier audits, while driving continuous improvement and root cause analysis.

Reed Bs306Hz, United Kingdom £50,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Manufacturing Engineer & NPI Manager

This role involves leading the New Product Introduction (NPI) process for aerospace components, ensuring projects meet customer and regulatory standards. You will work closely with CNC Programmers, production teams, and suppliers to optimize processes, resolve technical challenges, and support continuous improvement.

Shorterm Group Bristol, United Kingdom £50,000 – £55,000 pa

On-site Permanent