UK Space Jobs

Quality Assurance Engineer

This role involves ensuring product and process quality across Spire's satellite operations and manufacturing workflows. The engineer will lead root cause investigations, manage supplier quality issues, conduct AS9100-aligned audits, and support engineering change validation. The position requires hands-on work in a cleanroom environment and close collaboration with technical teams to maintain compliance and drive continuous improvement in a high-technology aerospace setting.

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

Hybrid Permanent

Senior Software Engineer - Space Reliability

Build autonomous, self-healing systems for satellite operations using SRE principles, AI-driven anomaly detection, and automated recovery pipelines. Develop data platforms for telemetry ingestion and operational insight, and create real-time mission tooling in close collaboration with operators. Focus on reducing toil through automation at scale across space and ground assets.

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

Hybrid Permanent

Information & Cybersecurity Assurance Manager

This role involves leading cybersecurity and information assurance activities within a space and aerospace organisation, focusing on Secure by Design principles, compliance with standards like ISO 27001 and DCC, and managing security across project lifecycles. The manager will oversee certification deliverables, third-party compliance, vulnerability management, and contribute to incident response and business continuity planning. Key responsibilities include reviewing system designs, supporting security governance, and ensuring timely space licensing through robust security input.

Langham Recruitment Guildford, Surrey, United Kingdom

Assembly and Integration Engineer - Spacecraft Optical Payloads

This role involves the assembly, integration, and verification of spacecraft optical payloads in a cleanroom environment. The engineer will perform precision optical alignment, conduct performance testing (MTF and radiometry), handle sensitive components, and resolve technical issues during build. Responsibilities include operating ground support equipment, executing bonding operations, maintaining detailed build records, and ensuring compliance with cleanliness and safety standards.

Langham Recruitment Guildford, Surrey, United Kingdom

Automated Test RF Engineer

Design and execute automated test solutions for advanced RF communication systems, focusing on integration, verification, and performance analysis across the full lifecycle. Utilize Python scripting and RF test equipment to validate complex systems, troubleshoot issues, and support major test campaigns. Work within a technically challenging environment alongside specialists in high-speed electronics and communications engineering.

Enterprise Recruitment Rowstock, Oxfordshire, OX11 0LX, United Kingdom £60,000 – £78,000 pa

Automated Test RF Engineer

This role involves developing and executing automated test solutions for advanced RF communication systems, with hands-on work across integration, verification, and validation. You'll use RF test equipment and Python scripting to analyse system performance and troubleshoot issues within complex electronics environments. The position emphasizes technical expertise and cross-disciplinary collaboration in a high-tech engineering setting focused on space and defence applications.

Enterprise Recruitment Stevenage, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom £60,000 – £78,000 pa

Shipping Officer

This role involves managing the end-to-end logistics of sensitive satellite components and equipment, coordinating domestic and international shipments, ensuring compliance with export controls, and maintaining accurate inventory records. The Shipping Officer will work closely with suppliers, engineering teams, and freight partners in a fast-paced aerospace environment. Responsibilities include documentation management, customs coordination, packaging oversight, and continuous improvement of shipping processes.

Matchtech Guildford, Surrey, United Kingdom £20 – £25 ph

On-site Contract Clearance Required

Interconnects Design Engineer

Design and develop cable assemblies and harnesses for advanced defence and aerospace systems using Zuken E3. Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to resolve technical issues, support product verification, and improve design processes. Focus on creating electrical schematics and ensuring robust interconnect solutions throughout the product lifecycle.

Carbon 60 Stevenage, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom £48 – £50 ph

Production Manager (Electronics/Aerospace/Defence)

Oversee production and manufacturing operations in electronics for aerospace and defence, supporting new product introduction, quality assurance, and legacy systems. Key responsibilities include developing DFM and DFT procedures and acting as technical liaison between internal teams and customers. Role emphasizes technical leadership, process improvement, and career development within a high-reliability manufacturing environment.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Poynton, Cheshire, SK12 1GP, United Kingdom £50,000 – £60,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Panel Wirer (Aerospace/Defence/Security Clearance Assistance)

This role involves wiring large-scale electrical projects in aerospace and defence, including cabinet, rack, and box wiring. You'll create and route wire harnesses, terminate connectors, and interpret technical drawings. The company supports security clearance and offers training, progression, and a structured career path in a high-integrity environment.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Poynton, Cheshire, SK12 1GP, United Kingdom £30,000 – £40,000 pa

Aerospace Engineering Estimator

This role involves preparing detailed cost estimates and quotations for aerospace components, working closely with engineering, production, and suppliers. The estimator will create process sketches and technique sheets, support manufacturing planning, and ensure compliance with aerospace quality standards and specifications. The position requires strong technical and costing knowledge across materials, machining, heat treatment, and surface finishing processes.

South West Recruitment Verwood, Dorset, United Kingdom £50,000 – £55,000 pa

Aerospace Paint Sprayer

This role involves precision painting and finishing of aerospace components, including surface preparation, masking, spraying specialist coatings, and quality inspection. The candidate will work to engineering drawings in a clean, modern facility, ensuring all work meets strict aerospace quality and safety standards. The position operates on a rotating shift pattern and requires strong attention to detail and adherence to safety protocols.

Syntech Recruitment Watford, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom £40,000 – £43,500 pa

CNC Miller / Setter / Operator - Aerospace Precision Engineering

Operate and set up CNC milling machines to produce complex aerospace components in a low-to-medium batch, high-precision environment. Perform first-off and in-process inspections, interpret engineering drawings, and maintain quality documentation. Work with modern machinery and technically challenging parts in a supportive, skilled setting.

Adore Recruitment Romford, London, RM1 3ET, United Kingdom £42,000 pa

Shipping Manager / Officer

Organise domestic and international shipments of satellite components and sensitive payloads, ensuring compliance with UK export controls, ITAR/EAR regulations, and customs requirements. Manage relationships with freight forwarders, oversee shipping documentation, and improve logistics processes within a high-tech aerospace and defence environment.

Hays Procurement Jobs Guildford, Surrey, United Kingdom £40,000 – £45,000 pa

On-site Contract Clearance Required

Lead Electronics Engineer

This role involves leading the end-to-end development of high-reliability electronics for space and defence applications, with a focus on FPGA and ASIC-based systems. The Lead Electronics Engineer will design high-speed digital circuits, oversee complex HDI PCB development, and guide multidisciplinary teams through integration and space qualification. It is a senior technical leadership position requiring deep expertise in safety-critical hardware design and advanced manufacturing processes.

Platform Recruitment Manchester, United Kingdom £90,000 – £110,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required