Latest Thermal Imaging Jobs

Spacecraft Propulsion Architect

The Spacecraft Propulsion Architect will lead the technical design and development of propulsion systems for ClearSpace's spacecraft, ensuring coherent integration with other subsystems. Responsibilities include defining propulsion concepts, managing trade-offs, and coordinating with stakeholders to ensure mission success.

ClearSpace London, Greater London, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Mechanical Design Engineer

Design and develop precision mechanical components and assemblies for high-frequency RF systems, with a focus on thermal efficiency, structural integrity, and manufacturability. Perform advanced thermal and structural analysis using CFD and FEA to validate performance under extreme conditions. Collaborate closely with RF, electronics, and manufacturing teams to deliver robust, space-qualified hardware from concept through production.

Filtronic Stockton-on-Tees, County Durham, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Senior Electronics Systems Engineer

The role involves designing and developing advanced analogue and digital electronic systems for telecommunications, space, defence, and high-altitude platforms. Responsibilities include circuit design, signal conditioning, system architecture, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to ensure reliable and manufacturable products.

Filtronic Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Senior System Engineer

As a Senior Systems Engineer, you will support the full technical development of satellite missions, from early concept to in-orbit commissioning. You'll coordinate system-level activities, manage interfaces, and ensure technical consistency across subsystems, while maintaining control of the system baseline and engineering documentation.

ClearSpace London, Greater London, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Lead Flight Software Engineer

This role involves leading the development of flight software for satellites operating in very low Earth orbit. Responsibilities include designing and implementing real-time control systems, managing fault tolerance, and collaborating with various engineering teams to ensure reliable and efficient satellite operations.

NewOrbit Space Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Spacecraft Structural Engineer

This role involves performing structural analysis, developing finite element models, and conducting qualification testing for spacecraft structures and subsystems. The engineer will work across the full lifecycle of flight hardware, ensuring reliability and survivability in ultra-low Earth orbit.

NewOrbit Space Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Propulsion Systems Engineer

As a Propulsion Systems Engineer, you will lead the design, integration, and testing of propulsion subsystems for satellite missions, working on cutting-edge chemical and electric propulsion systems. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, develop analysis tools, and interface with customers and other subsystem experts.

Thales Alenia Space Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

Principal Mechanical Engineer I

This role involves the mechanical design of Cesium products, from initial concept through to in-orbit support. Responsibilities include electronics packaging, thermal management, CAD, FEA, and mentoring junior engineers. The position requires extensive experience in aerospace and space industry design, development, and qualification.

CesiumAstro Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom

Avionics Hardware Engineer

This role involves designing, implementing, and validating advanced avionics architectures for autonomous space platforms. Responsibilities include PCB design, hardware testing, and system integration, working closely with multidisciplinary teams.

Lodestar Space London, Greater London, United Kingdom £55,000 – £75,000 pa

Antenna MGSE Designer

The Antenna MGSE Designer will work on the design, development, and integration of mechanical ground support equipment (MGSE) for various spacecraft antenna projects. Responsibilities include interfacing with project managers, creating technical specifications, generating 3D and 2D models, and ensuring MGSE availability and validation.

Thales Alenia Space Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, Italy

Optical Systems Engineer

Design and develop optical subsystems for laser communication terminals used in satellite and ground-based systems. Responsibilities include requirements definition, optical modelling and tolerancing, breadboard testing, integration, and field testing. The role involves technical leadership, supplier management, and close collaboration with the product and engineering teams to deliver resilient photonic systems for extreme environments.

Archangel Lightworks Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

Principal Hardware Engineer I

The Principal Hardware Engineer I role involves full-stack hardware development for complex modules and systems, from concept to production. Responsibilities include leading teams, performing detailed design and analysis, and ensuring high-reliability standards for space and airborne applications.

CesiumAstro Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom