Latest Mission Operations Engineer Jobs

Systems Engineering Team Lead

Leads a team of systems engineers while actively contributing to the design and development of complex spacecraft systems across the full lifecycle, from mission concept to integration and verification. Focuses on technical trade-offs, requirements management, and cross-disciplinary coordination within a high-tech space organisation. Offers leadership responsibility alongside hands-on engineering in a collaborative, international environment.

Holt Executive Oxfordshire, United Kingdom £65,000 – £98,000 pa

Software Engineer - On Board Processing

Design and develop flight software for satellite systems, focusing on reliability and performance in space missions. Work on Linux and RTOS-based platforms, ensuring robust integration with spacecraft subsystems. Engage in full lifecycle development with strong emphasis on traceability, testing, and continuous improvement in a cross-functional team environment.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Senior Command & Data Handling Engineer

Lead the design and development of spacecraft command and data handling subsystems across the full mission lifecycle, from concept to in-orbit operations. Work within a multidisciplinary team to define avionics architecture, develop onboard data systems, and lead verification testing. Involves close collaboration with flight software and systems engineering teams to ensure robust, fault-tolerant spacecraft platforms.

Holt Executive Oxfordshire, United Kingdom £60,000 – £90,000 pa

Automation Architect

This role involves designing and leading the automation architecture for satellite mission operations and production systems, spanning ground software, CI/CD pipelines, and distributed infrastructure. The Automation Architect will set technical standards, guide engineering teams, and integrate automation across mission control, satellite operations, and data workflows. It’s a system-level position focused on scalability, maintainability, and cross-team collaboration across Open Cosmos’ space infrastructure.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

AIT) Electrical Test Operations Engineer

The AIT Electrical Test Operations Engineer is responsible for the electrical testing and validation of spacecraft, operating in a high-tech cleanroom environment. Key responsibilities include executing test procedures, operating checkout systems, and supporting integration activities for mission-critical systems.

Belcan Oxfordshire, United Kingdom £37 ph

On-site Contract Shift-work Clearance Required

Propulsion Engineer

This role involves end-to-end engineering of spacecraft propulsion systems, including design, analysis, hardware build, and testing for gas, chemical, and electric systems. The engineer will support missions from project scoping through to in-orbit commissioning, working across simulation, documentation, and hands-on assembly. A rare blend of analytical and practical engineering is required within a multidisciplinary team environment.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom

Maintenance Manager

The Maintenance Manager will lead the engineering maintenance function at a high-specification aerospace components manufacturer in Birmingham. Responsibilities include managing a team of skilled engineers, ensuring machine uptime and accuracy, and maintaining compliance with AS9100 quality standards. The role involves strategic planning, budget management, and supporting new machine installations and technology upgrades.

Checked Recruitment Birmingham, United Kingdom £57,000 – £70,000 pa

Senior FPGA Engineer

This role involves leading the On-Board Data Handling (OBDH) subsystem for satellite missions, from concept through to in-orbit operation. The engineer will design and verify FPGA logic using VHDL, manage technical requirements and work packages, and collaborate across disciplines to deliver spacecraft OBDH systems including on-board computers, data recorders, and payload interfaces. The position offers hands-on involvement in space missions with a flexible, hybrid working environment.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

PCB Design Engineer

The role involves designing and laying out complex multi-layer PCBs for advanced cryptographic and key management solutions. Responsibilities include working with various teams to ensure DFM, DRC, and DFT compliance, maintaining CAD libraries, and participating in design reviews and technical estimates.

Matchtech Berkshire, United Kingdom

Avionics Systems Engineer

Our client, a prominent organisation within the Defence and Security sector, is actively seeking a Avionics Systems Engineer to join their innovative team at RAF Coningsby. This permanent role offers the chance to work with cutting-edge defence technologies, contributing to...

Matchtech Lincolnshire, United Kingdom £42,000 – £55,000 pa

Advanced Software Engineer

This role involves developing embedded software for aerospace communication systems, with a focus on C/C++ development, DO178 compliance, and wireless transceiver technologies. The engineer will contribute to design, testing, and certification of safety-critical avionics systems used in commercial, defense, and space applications. Work includes collaboration across teams, vendors, and adherence to rigorous software assurance standards in a regulated environment.

Honeywell Aerospace Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom

Embedded Software Engineer

This role involves developing and testing embedded software for avionics and SATCOM systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and customer specifications. The engineer will work on project subtasks, contribute to planning, and interface with vendors and leadership.

Honeywell Aerospace Yeovil, United Kingdom

Safety Critical Software Engineer

Design and develop safety-critical embedded software for autonomous systems operating in regulated environments. Focus on runtime assurance, safety monitoring, and certification compliance across aerospace, defence, and autonomous aviation applications. Work with high-integrity software standards and contribute to software architecture, integration, and verification.

Electus Recruitment High Cogges, Oxfordshire, OX29 6UN, United Kingdom £60,000 pa

Safety Critical Software Engineer

Job Title: Safety Critical Software EngineerLocation: Witney, OxfordshireSalary: £40,000- £60,000Safety Critical Software Engineer required for a company in Witney that develops advanced assurance and safety technologies that enable the safe deployment of autonomous and AI-enabled systems.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and develop safety-critical...

Bennett & Game Recruitment Witney, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom £40,000 – £60,000 pa

Reader in Aerospace

This role involves leading a high-impact research agenda in Future of Flight, with a focus on integrated, sustainable, or frontier aerospace systems. The appointee will drive innovation in aerospace engineering research, secure external funding, and shape both research and teaching within the department. They will also mentor early-career researchers and contribute to curriculum development aligned with emerging aerospace technologies.

Aston University Birmingham, Midlands Of England, United Kingdom £58 – £67 pa

Permanent