Latest space engineer Jobs

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

Senior Power Subsystem Engineer

A Joint Venture between Thales (67%) and Leonardo (33%), Thales Alenia Space is a global space manufacturer delivering, for more than 40 years, high-tech solutions for telecommunications, navigation, Earth Observation, environmental management, exploration, science and orbital infrastructures. Thanks to our...

Thales Alenia Space Italy

Embedded Software Engineer

This role involves developing complex real-time embedded software for spacecraft systems, working within tight deadlines and ensuring compliance with project and quality requirements. The engineer will be responsible for capturing requirements, managing risks, and participating in peer reviews, while working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Langham Recruitment Guildford, Surrey, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Power Systems Engineer

This role involves designing, analyzing, developing, and verifying power systems for spacecraft missions. You will work closely with senior engineers to deliver flight modules, manage documentation, and support spacecraft-level testing, ensuring timely delivery and quality of power systems.

Langham Recruitment Guildford, Surrey, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Senior Mission Operations Preparation Engineer

This role involves preparing spacecraft missions for operational success by developing procedures, tools, and strategies across the mission lifecycle. The engineer will work closely with systems, software, and flight operations teams to ensure spacecraft designs are operable and validated through testing and simulation. It's a collaborative position focused on mission readiness, operational problem-solving, and supporting live operations in a cutting-edge space technology environment.

Holt Executive Oxfordshire, United Kingdom £60,000 – £94,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent

Senior RF Engineer

This role involves designing, analyzing, and optimizing advanced RF subsystems for satellite and aerospace applications, with a focus on next-generation communication, navigation, and RF monitoring systems. The engineer will lead RF testing, qualification, and fault-finding across bench, environmental, and spacecraft levels, working closely with cross-functional teams. Responsibilities include component selection, circuit design, simulation, and ensuring system performance through rigorous testing and optimization.

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

Hybrid Permanent

Senior Systems Engineer

A leading space technology business is looking for a Senior Systems Engineer to support the development and delivery of next-generation spacecraft propulsion systems for commercial, scientific and defence space programmes.Working at the forefront of space propulsion technology, the business designs...

Cranleigh Scientific Westcott, Buckinghamshire, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom

Senior Sales Engineer

This role involves serving as the senior technical liaison between Spire’s sales and engineering teams, focusing on designing and presenting space-driven solutions for commercial and government customers. The Senior Sales Engineer will lead technical sales discussions, develop proposals, and ensure customer mission requirements are met using Spire’s satellite platforms and infrastructure. The position requires deep expertise in satellite systems, mission design, and customer-facing technical communication.

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

On-site Permanent

Satellite Operations Engineer

This role involves leading satellite commissioning, in-orbit testing, and ongoing mission operations, including real-time spacecraft monitoring and anomaly resolution. The engineer will develop automation tools and operational procedures while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance mission performance. Work takes place in a hybrid environment with a strong focus on technical problem-solving and mission success.

GCS Glasgow, City Of Glasgow, G2 1AL, United Kingdom £50,000 – £60,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Lead Electronics Engineer

Lead the development of advanced electronics for FPGA and ASIC-based space systems, spanning the full hardware lifecycle from design to space qualification. Provide technical leadership across multidisciplinary teams and oversee integration, testing, and manufacturing with internal and external partners.

Platform Recruitment Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom £90,000 – £100,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Lead Electronics Engineer

This role involves leading the end-to-end development of high-reliability electronics for space and defence applications, with a focus on FPGA and ASIC-based systems. The Lead Electronics Engineer will design high-speed digital circuits, oversee complex HDI PCB development, and guide multidisciplinary teams through integration and space qualification. It is a senior technical leadership position requiring deep expertise in safety-critical hardware design and advanced manufacturing processes.

Platform Recruitment Manchester, United Kingdom £90,000 – £110,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Embedded Software Engineer

Develop embedded software for real-time communication and control systems in wireless and space-enabled networks. Work on full-cycle design, implementation, and integration of high-performance subsystems, including FPGA-based and multi-core platforms. Collaborate on test automation, CI/CD pipelines, and contribute to ground station software operations.

Archangel Lightworks Ox20Es, United Kingdom

Optical Systems Engineer

Design and develop optical subsystems for laser communication terminals operating in extreme environments, from requirements definition through to field testing. Conduct modelling, tolerancing, and breadboard validation, while leading integration, testing, and supplier management. Work within a multidisciplinary team to advance space-enabled wireless networks using cutting-edge photonic technologies.

Archangel Lightworks Ox20Es, United Kingdom

Systems Engineer - Radar

This role involves systems engineering for radar and sensor technologies, focusing on the G1X software-defined radar. The engineer will work across the product lifecycle, including requirements management, performance analysis, algorithm development, and system design, with opportunities to contribute to product enhancements and customer demonstrations. The position requires handling classified information and involves collaboration within UK and international teams.

Saab United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Senior Flight Dynamics Engineer

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Flight Dynamics Engineer to join a pioneering space organisation working on advanced orbital missions and next-generation space technologies.In this role, you will play a key part in trajectory planning, optimisation, and mission...

Holt Executive Oxfordshire, United Kingdom £60,000 – £94,000 pa