Latest Mission Operations Engineer Jobs

Junior Frontend Engineer (Ground Segment)

As a Junior Frontend Engineer, you will design and build the user interface for Open Cosmos satellite missions, focusing on React and TypeScript. You will work closely with operators, designers, and product owners to create intuitive and scalable interfaces, while also contributing to CI/CD workflows and performance optimization.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Flight Software Engineer

This role involves developing, implementing, and testing software for both onboard and ground systems of satellites. You'll work on mission-critical systems, including flight logic, communications, automation, and onboard resource management, collaborating closely with systems, electronics, and mission operations teams.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Senior GNC Engineer

The Senior GNC Engineer will lead the design and development of Guidance, Navigation & Control systems for spacecraft, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to drive technical decisions and support mission-critical operations. Responsibilities include developing ADCS, performing spacecraft dynamics analysis, and mentoring junior engineers.

Alexander Associates Colorado, Brazil

On-site Permanent

GNC Engineer - Avionics

As a GNC/AOCS Engineer - Avionics at Spire, you will operate as part of a technical team who maintains responsibility across the full lifecycle of the Spire GNC product and its subcomponents. The GNC team interfaces directly with many engineering...

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

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

Senior Systems Engineer

This role involves leading systems engineering activities for spacecraft and satellite programs, from concept to delivery. Responsibilities include developing technical performance budgets, managing system requirements, conducting simulations, and supporting systems integration and validation. The position offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge space missions with a multidisciplinary team.

Alexander Associates California, Stirling And Falkirk, United Kingdom £77,400 – £123,100 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Lead AIT Engineer

The Lead AIT Engineer is responsible for planning, controlling, and executing all phases of spacecraft and payload assembly, integration, and testing. This role involves managing test teams, creating test plans, and ensuring compliance with engineering policies and safe working practices.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom

On-site Contract

Environmental Test Engineer

This role involves performing environmental and electrical testing of spacecraft systems and components, including preparation, execution, and documentation of tests. You will work in a close-knit team on high-profile projects like ARIEL, Vigil, and ExoMars Rover, ensuring strict compliance with quality and safety standards.

Airbus Defence and Space Stevenage, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

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

Nuclear/ Radiation Hardening Engineer

This role involves working on mission-critical technologies for secure military communications satellites, developing resilient systems for demanding environments. Responsibilities include technical planning, system integration, and leading complex engineering challenges with a focus on nuclear and radiation hardening.

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

On-site Permanent

Senior Thermal Engineer - Contractor

This role involves leading the thermal control subsystem for spacecraft missions, from design and analysis to testing and in-orbit activities. The engineer will work closely with the Thermal Team on fast-paced projects, manage subcontractors, and improve company standards.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom

Hybrid Contract Flexible

Senior Systems Engineer

As a Senior Systems Engineer, you will work on a critical national infrastructure programme, collaborating with stakeholders and suppliers to execute systems engineering activities. Your responsibilities include refining system requirements, modelling using MBSE and architectural frameworks, and ensuring compliance with industry standards and business goals.

Appcast Enterprise Farnborough, GU14 7JT, United Kingdom £61,500 – £78,800 pa

Hybrid Permanent Flexible Clearance Required

Systems Engineering - Requirements and Verification Manager

This role involves working on complex, mission-critical systems for secure military communications satellites, contributing to system design, integration, verification, and validation. You will be part of a highly skilled engineering team, solving challenging technical problems and influencing major programmes of work.

Lockheed Martin Newcastle, North East England, United Kingdom £72,000 – £90,000 pa

On-site Permanent

SCC Database Manager

SCC Database Manager6 Month ContractCertain Advantage is hiring for a SCC Database Manager based in Chippenham.The SCC Database Manager role involves overseeing database maintenance and updates within a spacecraft operation or similar mission-critical systems environment.Your responsibilities:Perform database maintenance and update...

Tatton Recruitment Hardenhuish, Wiltshire, SN14 6RH, United Kingdom £42 pa

Mixed Signal Electronics Design Engineer

This role involves end-to-end development of mixed-signal electronic systems for satellite and ground hardware, including schematic design, PCB layout, prototyping, testing, and integration. The engineer will work closely with systems and multidisciplinary teams to ensure flight-ready electronics meet stringent quality and compliance standards. Focus areas include reusable satellite platforms and advanced materials manufacturing in space.

Space Forge Cardiff, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required