Latest satellite Jobs

Electronics Engineer – Satellite Manufacturing (AIT Production)

As an Electronics Engineer, you will work hands-on with production teams to test and improve electronic assemblies for satellites. Your responsibilities include integrating and validating electronic components, developing test procedures, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring compliance with aerospace standards.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Materials Controller

The Materials Controller role involves managing stock movements, supporting goods-in receiving, kitting materials, and organizing despatches. The position requires attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, often liaising with various stakeholders.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

AIT Trainee

The AIT Trainee will work within spacecraft mission teams, assisting with mechanical and electrical integration, test planning, and cleanroom logistics. The role involves hands-on tasks, supporting mission teams, and potentially traveling overseas for testing. Upon completion of the 2-year training programme, the trainee will be offered a permanent position as an AIT Technician.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom

On-site Contract

Senior FPGA Engineer

This role involves leading the On-Board Data Handling (OBDH) subsystem in space satellite projects, from concept to launch. Responsibilities include managing system requirements, delivering technical solutions, interfacing with other technical leads, and designing and verifying FPGA systems in VHDL.

Langham Recruitment Guildford, Surrey, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Mechanisms Engineer

The Mechanisms Engineer will work on the design, analysis, and testing of space mechanisms, ensuring they meet high-reliability standards for spacecraft. The role involves hands-on engineering, managing multiple tasks, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions.

Langham Recruitment Guildford, Surrey, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Spacecraft Platform Engineer

The Spacecraft Platform Engineer will work on mission-critical technology for secure military communications satellites, ensuring the logical and systematic conversion of customer requirements into total systems solutions. Responsibilities include functional analysis, timeline analysis, and leading major projects to completion, with a focus on spacecraft platform performance and customer representation.

Lockheed Martin Newcastle, North East England, United Kingdom £93,000 – £116,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Senior Spacecraft Software Engineer

We are looking for aSpacecraft Software Engineer (GNSS) to join our team working at the intersection of satellite payloads, scientific computing, and data delivery systems. In this role, you'll be responsible for developing and maintaining both the flight and ground...

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

Security Engineer

This role involves securing critical satellite and telecommunications networks within the defence and national security sector. The Security Engineer will lead the design, implementation, and ongoing protection of network infrastructure, responding to incidents, conducting vulnerability assessments, and ensuring compliance with security standards. Responsibilities include developing security policies, advising on secure network architecture, and maintaining technical documentation in a highly regulated environment.

Electus Recruitment Redhill, RH1 1RJ, United Kingdom £50,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Senior Systems Engineer

As a Senior Systems Engineer, you will lead the technical aspects of complex space missions, ensuring requirements are valid and well-defined. You will manage system requirements, technical budgets, and sub-system interfaces, and collaborate with internal and external teams to resolve technical discrepancies and ensure mission success.

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

On-site Permanent

Lead Systems Engineer – Space

This role involves leading the development and delivery of advanced satellite and ground systems for secure military communications. Responsibilities include managing system requirements, integration, verification, and validation, as well as coordinating with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders to ensure successful programme execution.

Lockheed Martin Newcastle, North East England, United Kingdom £93,000 – £116,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Senior Project Manager

The Senior Project Manager will lead the delivery of complex space, defence, and satellite communications projects, working closely with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders. Responsibilities include managing project plans, budgets, and risks, ensuring compliance in highly regulated environments, and driving a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Redline Group Sedgefield, County Durham, United Kingdom £80,000 – £85,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

RF & Microwave Technologist

As an RF & Microwave Technologist, you will lead the design and development of plasma CVD tools, ensuring their successful commissioning and troubleshooting. You will also share your expertise with the team, conduct FTO analyses, and prepare IP submissions.

Space Forge Cardiff, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Mechanical Engineering Intern

This role involves supporting the design, development, and testing of satellite mechanical systems within a multidisciplinary engineering team. The intern will contribute to real spacecraft programmes, working on CAD modelling, component integration, and structural analysis in a fast-paced environment. It offers hands-on experience across the full satellite development lifecycle, from concept to testing, with opportunities to engage in technical reviews and process improvements.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Internship

Ground Segment Software Team Lead

This is a rare opportunity to join a fast-growing space technology organisation tackling one of the most critical challenges facing the industry today, ensuring the long-term sustainability of space operations. You’ll play a key role in developing advanced ground segment...

Holt Executive Oxfordshire, United Kingdom £65,000 – £95,000 pa

Design Safety Engineer

As a Design Safety Engineer, you will influence design decisions by analyzing potential failures and their impact on system safety and reliability. You will work on evaluating design concepts, identifying failure modes, and producing safety case reports, ensuring compliance with industry standards. This role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams and requires a strong analytical and problem-solving approach.

Rolls Royce United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required