Latest Software Engineering Jobs

Lead Software Engineer

The Lead Software Engineer will design and implement software solutions for underwater robotics applications, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver complex projects. Responsibilities include leading the development of software architectures, ensuring safety and quality, and mentoring junior engineers.

Saab Fareham, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Head of Systems Engineering

The Head of Systems Engineering role involves strategic leadership and technical authority over the Systems Engineering discipline, ensuring alignment with Lifecycle Management processes and customer requirements. Responsibilities include governance, capability development, and leading a team of engineers in designing and verifying complex aerospace and defence solutions.

Saab United Kingdom

Senior Systems Engineer Consultant

As a Systems Engineering Consultant, you will work with clients to analyze problems, capture requirements, create architectures, and assess solutions using systems engineering methods. You will lead technical projects, develop novel approaches, and maintain client relationships in the defence, space, and security sectors.

Gregory Martin International Portsmouth, Hampshire, United Kingdom £60,000 – £80,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Mechanical Systems Engineer

Senior Mechanical Systems EngineerBedford, commutable from: Milton Keynes, Northampton, Cambridge, Kettering, Luton, Stevenage£50,000-£55,000 + Day Shifts (Monday-Friday) + Training & Development + Private Health Insurance + 26 Days Holiday (+ BH) + PensionExcellent opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Engineer to...

Rise Technical Recruitment Bedford, United Kingdom £50,000 – £55,000 pa

Senior Embedded Software and Processing Engineer (m/f/d)

Lead the development and integration of embedded processing solutions for advanced space systems, working across hardware and software domains. Define processing architectures using microcontrollers, FPGAs, and DSPs, and support full lifecycle activities from specification to automated testing. Collaborate with international teams and external partners while adhering to space-grade engineering standards and driving process improvements.

Thales Alenia Space Switzerland

Software Engineer - Yocto/Linux

Develop and maintain embedded Linux software for satellite systems, focusing on Yocto-based builds and low-level hardware interfacing. Work closely with electrical engineering on board bring-up and fault-tolerant system design for nanosatellites. Implement communication protocols and daemons in C/C++ within a fast-paced space technology environment.

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

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

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

Engineering Technician

This hands-on role involves supporting the development, assembly, and testing of high-performance RF, microwave, and mmWave products. Responsibilities include setting up and conducting electronic measurements, operating test equipment, scripting automated tests, soldering, and manufacturing cables and mechanical parts.

Filtronic Cambridge, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

GALILEO Engineering Work Package Manager : Mise en Opérations H/F

Manage the migration and operational deployment of critical updates to the Galileo Mission Segment and Security Facility systems across operational sites in Europe. Lead technical teams, coordinate change requests, testing, and stakeholder communication, ensuring compliance with schedules, security standards, and contractual milestones. Work closely with institutional clients and suppliers in a highly regulated, multi-site environment.

Thales Alenia Space France

Embedded Software Test Engineer

This role involves defining verification strategies, developing test frameworks, and conducting requirements-based verification and validation for safety-critical embedded software. You will work on flight-critical control systems and apply advanced techniques like automated testing, fuzz testing, and fault injection.

Rise Technical Recruitment Witney, United Kingdom £50,000 – £60,000 pa

Edge Computing Software Engineer, Earth Observation

This role involves building and maintaining data processing pipelines for satellite imagery, optimizing GPU-accelerated code, and ensuring data consistency between on-board and ground systems. You will work closely with the ground-based Data Software Engineer and other teams to balance mission needs with hardware constraints.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

Rocket Engine Propulsion Test Engineer

As a Senior Systems Engineer, you will coordinate the development and integration of complex rocket engine systems, working across multiple disciplines including structural, thermal, propulsion, and electronics. Your role involves leading technical projects, performing system analysis, and ensuring compliance with spacecraft requirements, while also managing customer interactions and supplier queries.

Expert Employment Lower Hartwell, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom £38,000 – £45,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Systems Hardware Engineer

This role involves supporting the design and development of electronic controller products for aerospace and training/simulation markets. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to translate customer and product requirements into robust technical solutions, covering the full engineering lifecycle from requirements to delivery.

Expleo Bristol, Bristol (county), United Kingdom £60,000 – £72,500 pa

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