Latest Earth Observation Jobs

Applied AI Engineer: Space & EO (Data)

You will design and deliver AI-powered pilots and applications using Earth Observation data, build computer vision models, and develop AI workflows that combine EO data with LLM orchestration. Your role involves integrating AI capabilities into the DataCosmos platform, supporting deployment, and collaborating with commercial teams and partners to solve real-world challenges.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Satellite Payload Processing Engineer

As a Satellite Payload Processing Engineer, you will design and implement processing chains to transform raw satellite data into high-quality Earth Observation products. You will collaborate with customers, sales teams, and mission engineers to define product specifications and develop image processing pipelines, ensuring reliable data delivery and advancing Open Cosmos's EO data platform.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Thermal Analyst

The role involves performing thermal design, analysis, and testing of spacecraft systems and subsystems. You will work within a multidisciplinary team, supporting projects from conceptual design to final delivery, and contribute to a range of space physics analysis activities.

Airbus Defence and Space Stevenage, United Kingdom

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

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Senior Thermal Engineer - Contractor

This role involves leading the thermal control subsystem for spacecraft missions, from design and analysis to testing and in-orbit activities. The engineer will work closely with the Thermal Team on fast-paced projects, manage subcontractors, and improve company standards.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom

Hybrid Contract Flexible

Principal RF Engineer

This role involves owning and continuously improving the TDOA, FDOA, and AoA geolocation algorithms for a commercial space-based RF system. You will work hands-on with real-world data, diagnose performance issues, and develop and validate algorithms to enhance system accuracy and capabilities.

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

On-site Permanent

High Voltage Electronics Engineer

Designs and develops high-reliability, high-voltage (5kV–60kV) RF power systems for mission-critical applications in defense, healthcare, and aerospace. Leads product development from concept through to volume production, with responsibilities spanning circuit design, NPI, DFM, and production support. Acts as technical authority for fault analysis and mentoring junior engineers.

Pure Resourcing Solutions Cm12Qu, CM1 2QU, United Kingdom £45,000 – £70,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Electrical Engineer

This role involves hands-on electrical engineering support for motion control systems in industrial and marine environments. The engineer will diagnose technical issues, commission and maintain electrical systems, and collaborate with design and service teams on project delivery. Work takes place in workshops and at customer sites, requiring strong fault-finding skills and expertise in PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems.

Office Angels Taunton, TA1 1HP, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Electrical Engineer

This role involves hands-on electrical engineering support for motion control systems in industrial and marine environments. The engineer will diagnose technical issues, commission and maintain electrical systems, and collaborate with design and service teams on project delivery. Work takes place both in service centres and at customer sites, requiring strong fault-finding skills and expertise in PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems.

Office Angels Plymouth, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Spacecraft Electronics Engineer

Design and integrate custom electronics for next-generation satellite platforms, including PCBAs, power systems, and sensors. Perform circuit design, simulation, and board validation while collaborating with software and mechanical teams across the full development lifecycle from concept to production.

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

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Air Combat Simulation Engineer

This role involves working as part of a small team to develop and validate models and simulation tools for aircraft and aerospace systems. Responsibilities include building requirements, creating and testing models, integrating them into larger simulations, and generating technical documentation.

Saab Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

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

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

Senior Systems Operations Engineer

As a Senior Systems Operations Engineer at Spire, you will be responsible for ensuring that on-orbit mission operations meet and sustain technical and service-level objectives. You will serve as the technical link between the development and operations phases of the...

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