UK Space Jobs

Latest UK roles, updated daily.

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Integrated Logistics Support Engineer

This role involves supporting the development of support solutions for multiple bids, including Satcom systems for land and maritime within the defence industry. Responsibilities include analyzing customer requirements, developing support solutions, producing bid documentation, and engaging with bid, engineering, and customer teams.

Airbus Defence and Space East Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent Flexible Clearance Required
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Buildings & Construction Project Leader

The Project Construction Leader will manage CAPEX projects from inception to handover, including developing project plans, managing risks, and liaising with clients and design teams. The role involves a mix of office-based and on-site work, with a focus on sustainable and efficient project delivery.

Airbus Defence and Space Stevenage, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Field Service Representative

As a Field Service Representative, you will provide on-site technical support for aircraft engines at various UK and international locations, resolving technical issues and maintaining customer satisfaction. The role involves close collaboration with customers, inputting fleet data, and conducting maintenance activities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Rolls Royce
Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Materials Engineer

The Materials Engineer role involves providing technical materials advice, designing test programmes, and analyzing test data for Defence Aerospace projects. You will also investigate engineering and manufacturing issues, participate in continuous improvement projects, and work in a high-regulated industry with a focus on safety and structured analysis.

Rolls Royce United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Senior FPGA Engineer

This role involves leading the On-Board Data Handling (OBDH) subsystem for satellite missions, from concept to launch. Responsibilities include managing technical solutions, interfacing with other teams, and designing and verifying FPGA systems in VHDL. The position offers a unique opportunity to see your work in space within a rapid timescale.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent

RF Payload Engineer

The RF Payload Engineer will design, implement, and verify RF payload solutions for SSTL missions, working with multidisciplinary teams to develop communication, radar, and SIGINT systems. Responsibilities include system-level design, hardware specification, signal processing, and payload verification through environmental testing and in-orbit commissioning.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom
On-site Permanent

Applied AI Engineer: Space & EO (Data)

You will design and deliver AI-powered pilots and applications using Earth Observation data, build computer vision models, and develop AI workflows that combine EO data with LLM orchestration. Your role involves integrating AI capabilities into the DataCosmos platform, supporting deployment, and collaborating with commercial teams and partners to solve real-world challenges.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent

Senior Systems Engineer

As a Senior Systems Engineer, you will lead the technical delivery of complex space missions, driving system architecture, integration, and mission success. You will define and manage mission requirements, perform system analyses, and coordinate multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated spacecraft solutions while mentoring junior engineers and promoting best practices.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom
On-site Permanent

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

Intern – Software Engineer

You will support and develop cutting-edge software solutions for aerospace manufacturing, gaining hands-on experience and mentorship as part of Honeywell's University Relations program. The 12-month internship offers opportunities for growth and the potential for a permanent role upon completion.

Honeywell Yeovil, United Kingdom
On-site Internship

Electrical Hardware Engineer

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Electrical Hardware Engineer to join a high-performing engineering team developing cutting-edge flight simulation technology. These systems replicate real-world aircraft environments and play a critical role in pilot training and aviation safety worldwide.This role...

Holt Executive West Sussex, United Kingdom

Electrical Modification Technician

Job title: Electrical Modification TechnicianJob location: NottinghamShifts: Days Monday to Friday or Sunday or ThursdayMust be flexible to do the odd night shift if requestedHours per week: 45 to 50 hours per weekRates: First 40 hours £22.85 Paye - £29.74...

Shorterm Group Nottingham, United Kingdom

Mechanical Design Engineer

This role involves leading mechanical design efforts across the full product lifecycle for aerospace systems, from concept to production. The engineer will create 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, and bills of materials while ensuring compliance with airworthiness and customer requirements. Collaboration with cross-functional teams and support for manufacturing are key aspects of the position.

Owen Daniels Cv79Ju, CV7 9JU, United Kingdom
On-site Permanent

Quality Engineer Compliance

This role involves maintaining and improving the Quality Management System (QMS) within a precision engineering environment serving aerospace and defence sectors. The Quality Engineer will lead internal and external audits, manage system-level non-conformances, and drive compliance with AS9100 and customer standards. Focus is on process compliance, corrective actions, and continuous improvement rather than product inspection.

DCS Recruitment Manchester, United Kingdom
On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Technical Support Engineer

The role involves providing technical support for advanced engineering and environmental instrumentation, including troubleshooting hardware and software issues, configuring equipment, and assisting clients with setup and training. The position blends remote and on-site customer collaboration with hands-on work on cutting-edge systems in acoustics, air quality, and vibration monitoring. It offers early-career professionals the chance to grow through real-world project involvement and cross-disciplinary learning.

Penguin Recruitment Bedfordshire, United Kingdom £26,000 – £30,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent