Latest UK Space Command Jobs

Mechanical Design Engineer

This role involves hands-on mechanical design and multidisciplinary engineering for unmanned aerospace systems, including concept development, CAD modelling, and integration of payload and propulsion systems. The engineer will work across the full product lifecycle, from requirements through to testing, with a focus on innovative technologies such as eVTOL and all-electric propulsion. Collaboration with aircraft design teams and customers is key to optimising system performance.

Saab Oakley, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Radar Instructor

The Radar Instructor role involves delivering and developing training for sensor systems, including operator and maintainer courses. Responsibilities include planning, delivering, and reporting on training events, fault-finding on customer systems, and providing technical advice and support. The role requires travel within the UK and globally, with a focus on customer needs and collaboration.

Saab United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Space Operations Engineer

This role involves ensuring the safe and efficient operation of in-orbit spacecraft, including assessing the health of the SKYNET fleet, monitoring spacecraft subsystems, and providing technical support. You will also be involved in project activities and customer monitoring during the assembly, integration, and test phases of new spacecraft.

Airbus Defence and Space East Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Software Systems Engineer

Design and analyze software for satellite communications systems using Model-Based Design and MBSE methodologies. Collaborate with development and test teams in an Agile environment to define system architecture and ensure software components meet user requirements. Contribute to all stages of the modeling lifecycle and help shape future space technologies.

Airbus Defence and Space Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Centre Manager

At Oxford Innovation Space, we create and manage inspiring workspaces where ambitious businesses can thrive. With over 35 years of experience and a growing network of innovation centres across the UK and Ireland, we support more than 1,000 occupiers across...

Oxford Innovation Space Sn151Bn, SN15 1BN, United Kingdom £45,000 pa

Senior RF Systems Engineer (Ground Segment)

This role involves designing and developing advanced RF systems for mission-critical military communications satellites. You will work on high-frequency and microwave applications, including RF circuitry, antennas, and system architectures, contributing to the performance and resilience of next-generation systems.

Lockheed Martin Havant, Hampshire, United Kingdom £72,000 – £90,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Systems Engineering & Verification Engineer

Act as a systems engineering focal point, eliciting and validating technical requirements across stakeholders, developing solutions using Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), and ensuring robust system architectures. Support verification strategies, risk management, and cross-functional collaboration across Defence programmes. Work on innovative power and propulsion systems with a focus on safety, compliance, and lifecycle integration.

Rolls Royce Bristol, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Senior Mechanisms Engineer

The Mechanisms team at SSTL seeks an experienced success driven and committed mechanisms engineer to support the existing and expanding range of space mechanisms used on SSTL spacecraft. This is an amazing opportunity for an engineer to work on space...

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom

Inventory & Logistics Coordinator (Harwell, Oxfordshire)

This role involves managing inventory and logistics operations for satellite hardware and components at Open Cosmos’ Harwell facility. The coordinator will handle goods in/out processes, maintain accurate stock records, support audits, and coordinate shipments with freight partners. Close collaboration with engineering, procurement, and AIT teams ensures mission-critical materials are available and traceable throughout the production lifecycle.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Senior Embedded Engineer x2 - SC Cleared - Up to

As a Senior Embedded Engineer, you will provide technical leadership and expertise, working directly with customers in the Aerospace and Defence sectors. You will mentor junior team members and contribute to various programmes, focusing on embedded software development and real-time operating systems.

Morgan McKinley Hampshire, United Kingdom £80,000 – £100,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Channel Sales Executive

Channel Sales Executive - NetworkingSpecialist IT DistributorCompetitive salary + comms!Location – Theale, UKDo you currentlysell networkingtechnology through the channel? And have an understanding of the channel partners in this space?Do you sell technology hardware or services and solutions into this...

The Channel Recruiter Theale, United Kingdom

Procurement Leader

You will lead end-to-end procurement activities for the Dreadnought programme, engaging with MOD stakeholders and managing major international contracts. Your role involves sourcing, negotiating, and ensuring supplier performance, with a focus on cost, quality, and schedule targets.

Appcastenterprise Barrow-in-Furness, LA14 2LD, United Kingdom £50,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Contracts Manager

The Contracts Manager will oversee day-to-day operations, manage contractual commitments, and lead a team in the space sector. Responsibilities include negotiating and drafting contracts, mentoring team members, and ensuring compliance with MOD regulations.

Langham Recruitment Guildford, Surrey, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Spectrum Manager

This role involves leading spectrum management and regulatory compliance for satellite missions, including ITU filings, frequency coordination, and technical analysis. The Spectrum Manager will support Active Debris Removal and In-Orbit Servicing programmes from concept through operations, ensuring adherence to international and national regulations. Key responsibilities include interfacing with regulators, conducting RF interference studies, and guiding engineering teams on compliance.

Holt Executive Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom £50,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent

Defence Flight Dynamics Engineer

We are seeking a talented and motivated Flight Dynamics Engineer to join a growing engineering team developing advanced flight dynamics capabilities for defence and space applications. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the design and evolution of sophisticated...

Holt Executive Oxfordshire, United Kingdom £40,000 – £85,000 pa