Jobs in Woking

RF Payload Engineer

Design and develop RF payload systems for satellite missions, including communications, radar, and SIGINT. Lead system-level design, hardware specification, and signal processing solutions, working with cross-functional teams and subcontractors. Manage payload integration, test, and in-orbit commissioning within project timelines and budgets.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, GU2 7YE, 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

Mission Operations Manager

This role involves end-to-end management of satellite missions, ensuring reliable spacecraft operations and data delivery from orbit. The Mission Operations Manager will act as the main contact for satellite owners, monitor mission health across space and ground systems, coordinate incident resolution, and drive operational improvements. Working within the CTO office, the role bridges technical teams and customer objectives in a fast-paced space technology environment.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

SW Engineer

This role involves defining software requirements, architecture, and development plans for aerospace systems, with a focus on cybersecurity and integration testing. The engineer will support contractor selection, follow through on software development, and ensure compliance with system specifications and security standards. Work spans the full software lifecycle in a high-tech space manufacturing environment.

Thales Alenia Space Italy

Site Reliability Engineer (DataCosmos)

This role involves ensuring the reliability, scalability, and performance of Open Cosmos's DataCosmos geospatial data platform and processing pipelines. The engineer will monitor systems end-to-end, respond to incidents, improve CI/CD pipelines, and collaborate with engineering teams to build resilient systems. Automation and operational efficiency are key focus areas, with work supporting real-world applications of satellite data.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Lead Test Engineer

Lead Test Engineer to develop and manage test solutions for advanced electro-mechanical systems in underwater robotics. Responsible for end-to-end test lifecycle, including test case design, automation, facility management, and team leadership. Works across electrical, mechanical, and software domains in a high-tech defence environment.

Saab Fareham, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Lead Engineering Technician

This role involves leading daily operations in an R&D facility focused on advanced underwater robotics, combining hands-on technical work with team coordination and safety leadership. The technician will build and test electro-mechanical systems, conduct technical reviews, and ensure compliance with safety and 5S standards. It’s a hands-on position at the intersection of engineering, testing, and team mentorship within a high-tech defence environment.

Saab Fareham, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Software and Satellite Operations Quality Assurance Engineer

This role involves ensuring software quality across the full development lifecycle for satellite systems while also providing mission assurance during satellite operations, including anomaly response and commissioning. The engineer will lead root cause analyses, manage non-conformances, and improve processes using standards like ISO 29110 and ECSS. A key focus is bridging software QA with automated satellite operations, supporting AI/ML-driven fleet management and enhancing fault detection and recovery systems.

Spire Glasgow, Alba / Scotland, G2 1AL, United Kingdom

Beca/ Young Talent Program 2026-2027

This role offers a 12-month full-time paid internship within Thales Alenia Space’s Young Talent Program, providing hands-on experience on real space industry projects across technical and operational domains. Participants will work in a multicultural environment with mentorship, formal training, and exposure to international missions, including exploration projects like Mars science missions. The program supports professional growth through structured on-the-job learning, networking, and potential postgraduate education access.

Thales Alenia Space Spain

Hybrid Internship Clearance Required

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