Latest UK Space Command Jobs

Innovation Manager

This role involves driving innovation within Saab UK’s Sensor Systems division by identifying emerging technologies, developing funding proposals, and managing collaborative R&D projects. The Innovation Manager will act as a bridge between engineering teams, external partners, and leadership, ensuring that novel ideas are translated into funded, deliverable initiatives with strategic impact. Activities include technology scouting, bid coordination, partnership development, and project oversight across defence and advanced technology domains.

Saab

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Cyber Security Manager

Lead the development and implementation of Saab UK's cyber security strategy, ensuring compliance with defence standards such as DefStan 05-138 and ISO 27001. Drive threat intelligence, incident response, and supply chain resilience across high-security defence projects. Embed security into engineering processes and lead audits, penetration testing, and staff training within a classified environment.

Saab United Kingdom

Senior RF Filter Design Engineer

This role involves leading microwave filter design projects from concept to production, with responsibilities spanning simulation, prototyping, and validation. The engineer will contribute to R&D for next-generation RF and mmWave filter solutions, support technical sales efforts, and ensure designs meet stringent compliance and performance standards. Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and active participation in design reviews are key to mitigating risks and delivering high-reliability subsystems for critical communication networks.

Filtronic Yeadon, LS19 7RS, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

RF Engineer

Design and develop high-performance RF, microwave, and millimetre-wave subsystems for mission-critical communication networks in aerospace, defence, and telecommunications. Perform hands-on simulation, modelling, and testing of RF components and systems, working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver advanced connectivity solutions. Support technology development and contribute to product roadmaps in a rapidly growing, innovation-driven engineering environment.

Filtronic Sedgefield, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Payload Product Assurance Engineer

The role involves leading product assurance activities for space payload hardware, ensuring compliance with stringent standards like ECSS, ESA, and NASA. The engineer will work across the product lifecycle, supporting quality across design, manufacturing, and testing, with a strong focus on reliability, non-conformance management, and supplier quality in high-integrity space and defence applications.

Baltic Recruitment Sedgefield, County Durham, United Kingdom £55,000 – £60,000 pa

Propulsion Systems Engineer

This role involves leading propulsion subsystem engineering activities across satellite programmes, from concept through to delivery, with responsibilities spanning technical leadership, requirements definition, design justification, and integration and test planning. The engineer will manage work packages, support major design reviews, develop analysis tools in EcosimPro, MATLAB, and Python, and resolve technical anomalies during AIT. Collaboration with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders is central to ensuring propulsion system performance and mission success.

Morson Edge Rowstock, Oxfordshire, OX11 0LX, United Kingdom £54 ph

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

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

Product Assurance Engineer

The role involves leading product assurance activities for space payload systems, ensuring compliance with stringent standards like ECSS, ESA, and NASA. Responsibilities include managing quality across the product lifecycle, leading root cause analyses, supporting design and manufacturing reviews, and overseeing component qualification. The position requires close collaboration with engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams in a high-reliability sector.

Octagon Group Sedgefield, County Durham, United Kingdom

Senior RF/Microwave Design Engineer

Design and develop RF/microwave hardware for aerospace and space communication systems from concept through testing and delivery. Perform RF simulations, schematic design, component selection, and troubleshooting across a wide frequency range. Support integration, qualification, and customer-facing technical reviews within a cross-functional engineering team.

Honeywell Aerospace Edinburgh, Alba / Scotland, United Kingdom

Satellite Payload Processing Engineer

Design and build end-to-end processing pipelines to transform raw satellite data into calibrated, orthorectified, and analysis-ready Earth Observation (EO) products. Collaborate with mission engineers, sales, and customers to define product specifications and ensure data usability across multiple payloads. Integrate workflows into scalable, automated systems while supporting payload calibration, validation, and multi-sensor operations.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Production Manager

Manages daily satellite assembly, integration, and test (AIT) operations across multiple shifts at Open Cosmos’ UK site. Leads team leads, ensures production plans are executed safely and on schedule, and maintains alignment with engineering, quality, and supply chain functions. Focuses on operational efficiency, KPIs, and consistent process execution in a high-tech manufacturing environment.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Mechanical AIT Engineer

This role involves hands-on mechanical assembly, integration, and testing of spacecraft flight hardware within a controlled cleanroom environment. The engineer will support the full AIT lifecycle, including subsystem integration, environmental testing, and launch preparation, ensuring precision, traceability, and compliance with engineering procedures. It is a hardware-focused position working alongside multidisciplinary teams on innovative space missions.

Holt Executive Oxfordshire, United Kingdom £40,000 – £70,000 pa

Senior Power Engineer Analogue Design

This role involves designing, analyzing, and verifying power subsystems and energy conversion solutions for spacecraft, including DC-DC converters, battery regulators, and power distribution modules. The engineer will lead power system development from concept through to in-orbit operation, working closely with cross-disciplinary teams on satellite missions. Responsibilities include requirements management, FMECA, WCA, reliability analysis, and hardware verification testing in a space environment context.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Mechanical Fitter

A Mechanical Fitter will carry out manufacturing, assembly, repair, and reconditioning of conveyor belt systems in a workshop environment, with occasional on-site work at customer locations. The role involves interpreting technical drawings, performing quality inspections, and maintaining safe working practices. The position offers training, variety, and the opportunity to work with high-profile clients in aerospace, defence, and motorsport.

Wallace Hind Selection Nn114Bt, United Kingdom £33,000 pa

Mechanical Engineer

Job Title: Mechanical EngineerLocation: Portsmouth Naval Base – working a hybrid patternWe offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements. Please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular roleSalary: Circa £45,000 dependent on skills and experienceWho...

Appcastenterprise Portsmouth, United Kingdom