Latest Earth Observation Jobs

Software Engineer

This role involves designing and developing simulators and test benches for spacecraft functionality validation and verification. You will work on high-profile projects like ARIEL, Vigil, and ExoMars Rover, collaborating closely with architects, project managers, and other engineering teams to ensure successful deployment and use of the test benches.

Airbus Defence and Space Stevenage, United Kingdom £40,000 – £60,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Electrical Systems Architect

The Electrical Systems Architect role involves designing and implementing robust spacecraft data handling platforms, managing electrical engineering responsibilities, and collaborating with various stakeholders. The position requires a blend of technical expertise and strong interpersonal skills, with a focus on delivering projects on time, quality, and cost.

Airbus Defence and Space Stevenage, United Kingdom £40,000 – £60,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Software Engineer - Space Reliability

Spire is making a fundamental shift in how it operates its constellation. We are moving from a model where trained operators watch dashboards and escalate to experts, to one where the system is fully autonomous, self-healing, and data intelligent. This...

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

Telecommunications GS Engineer

We are looking for aTelecommunication Ground Station Engineerto design, deploy, and maintain satellite communication infrastructure across our global network. You’ll work onradio interfaces,signal processing pipelines, andsatellite tracking systems ensuringreliable uplink/downlink with our spacecraft. This role offers hands-on development across software,...

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

RF Engineer

The RF Engineer will design, simulate, and optimize radio frequency and microwave circuitry for Earth Observation satellites. You will work on the full life-cycle of projects, from studies to installation, and collaborate with internal clients and suppliers to develop microwave systems architectures and integrate equipment at the instrument level.

Airbus Defence and Space Portsmouth, United Kingdom £40,000 – £60,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

GNC Engineer - Avionics

As a GNC/AOCS Engineer - Avionics at Spire, you will operate as part of a technical team who maintains responsibility across the full lifecycle of the Spire GNC product and its subcomponents. The GNC team interfaces directly with many engineering...

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

Inventory / Material Controller

As an Inventory / Material Controller, you will be responsible for the storage, distribution and control of all materials that allow us to build our Satellites! You will play a vital part in the production team ensuring that engineering and...

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

Quality Engineer

We are seeking a highly skilled Quality Engineer with a background in electronics to join our growing Quality team. The role will focus on quality assurance of Spire’s electronic systems, ensuring the reliability and compliance, both within spacecraft hardware and...

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

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer to join our Platform team supporting Spacecraft Operations. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting other disciplines by focusing on the embedded software aspects of our satellite systems. The...

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

Senior Spacecraft Software Engineer

We are looking for aSpacecraft Software Engineer (GNSS) to join our team working at the intersection of satellite payloads, scientific computing, and data delivery systems. In this role, you'll be responsible for developing and maintaining both the flight and ground...

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

Software Engineer - Manufacturing

We are seeking a mid- level Software Engineer to join a team responsible for designing the tools used to test satellites. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in developing software for our satellite systems, contributing to the expansion...

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

Software Engineer - Yocto/Linux

We are seeking an experienced Embedded Linux/Software Engineer to join our Platform team (folks looking after the spacecraft). The successful candidate will play a crucial role in developing software for our satellite systems, contributing to the expansion and enhancement of...

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

Spacecraft Embedded Software Engineer (Rust)

We are seeking an experiencedEmbedded Software Engineer (Rust)to join our Platform team (folks looking after the spacecraft). The successful candidate will play a crucial role in developing software for our satellite systems, contributing to the expansion and enhancement of our...

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

Senior Systems Engineer

As a Senior Systems Engineer, you will lead the technical aspects of complex space missions, ensuring requirements are valid and well-defined. You will manage system requirements, technical budgets, and sub-system interfaces, and collaborate with internal and external teams to resolve technical discrepancies and ensure mission success.

Spire Glasgow, Alba / Scotland, G2 1AL, United Kingdom £50,000 – £80,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Director of Software Engineering

Spire is making a fundamental shift in how it operates its constellation. We are moving from a model where trained operators watch dashboards and escalate to experts, to one where the system is fully autonomous, self-healing, and data intelligent. This...

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