Latest Space Systems Engineer Jobs

Systems Safety Engineer

This role involves implementing and championing systems safety and regulatory compliance within a systems engineering environment, focusing on military satellite communications and future space projects. You'll develop safety and environmental cases for UK MOD and international clients, working across diverse regulations including CE marking, export control, and AI. The position supports professional growth with training, mentoring, and opportunities to influence safety practices across the project lifecycle.

Airbus Defence and Space Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Systems Engineer

As a Systems Engineer, you will act as the bridge between shop floor users and third-party suppliers, focusing on monitoring service performance, supporting IT solutions, and maintaining the MES support strategy. You will work closely with an international team to ensure operational stability and optimize workflows, while also troubleshooting technical issues and engaging with third parties when necessary.

Airbus Defence and Space Stevenage, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

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

Propulsion Systems Engineer

This role involves designing, integrating, and delivering propulsion systems for spacecraft, working closely with systems, AOCS, thermal, mechanical, and mission teams. Responsibilities include propulsion architecture definition, performance analysis, trade-off studies, and supporting environmental and functional testing of propulsion hardware.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Systems Engineer - Product Security Edgewing

This role involves applying product security principles to the design and development of advanced defence systems within a digital engineering environment. The engineer will conduct threat modelling, risk assessments, and ensure compliance with cybersecurity airworthiness standards such as DO-326B. Working within the Edgewing joint venture, the position plays a hands-on role in shaping security posture for next-generation aerospace platforms.

Appcastenterprise Frimley, United Kingdom £59,490 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Product Assurance Engineer

The Product Assurance Engineer will ensure the quality and reliability of Spire's space systems, working closely with engineering teams and project managers. Responsibilities include implementing PA processes, supporting compliance, managing non-conformities, and participating in reviews and audits.

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

Hybrid Permanent

Lead AIT Engineer

This role involves leading spacecraft and payload assembly, integration, and environmental testing for advanced satellite missions. The engineer will oversee end-to-end test campaigns, manage multidisciplinary teams, and ensure systems meet orbital performance standards. Work includes hands-on testing, technical reviews, and collaboration with project and systems teams in a high-stakes space engineering environment.

Langham Recruitment Guildford, Surrey, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

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 Embedded Software Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer to join our Platform team supporting Spacecraft Operations. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting other disciplines by focusing on the embedded software aspects of our satellite systems. The...

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

DIG - Spacecraft Operator Engineer

This role involves real-time spacecraft operations, developing operational procedures, and collaborating with engineering teams to support mission planning and execution. The engineer will contribute to spacecraft commissioning, anomaly investigations, and the improvement of operational tools. Work includes on-call duties and coordination across flight dynamics, ground systems, and mission control teams.

Matchtech Alton, Hampshire, United Kingdom £55 – £74 ph

Hybrid Contract Clearance Required

Product Test Engineer

This role involves hands-on testing and debugging of avionics hardware for space systems, focusing on electrical, RF, and environmental test execution. The engineer develops and refines test procedures for digital and mixed-signal electronics, supports flight model validation, and contributes to test automation and process improvements. Work is lab-based with collaboration across engineering, production, and project teams to ensure high-reliability standards for spaceflight hardware.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Harness Design Engineer - Contractor

The role involves designing and delivering electrical harnesses for spacecraft, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure all electrical interfaces meet mission requirements. Responsibilities include defining harness specifications, collaborating with suppliers, and supporting test campaigns.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom

On-site Contract

Product Test Manager

This role involves leading the development and execution of avionics hardware testing for spacecraft, from integration through to launch. The Product Test Manager will conduct flight model testing, debug circuit-level issues, and support test readiness reviews, while working closely with engineering teams to ensure reliability and safety. Emphasis is placed on improving test methodologies, automating processes, and maintaining rigorous data integrity across the spacecraft lifecycle.

Langham Recruitment Guildford, Surrey, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Supply Chain Quality Manager

The Supply Chain Quality Manager will manage stakeholder relationships, perform product assurance tasks, and improve supplier quality and delivery performance. Key responsibilities include managing corrective action plans, mitigating risks, and communicating status updates. The role requires a background in procurement, quality, or engineering, with knowledge of space systems and satellite equipment development being a plus.

ARM Stevenage, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom £35 ph

Hybrid Contract Part-time

Senior PLM Engineer - Electrical Systems

Job Title: Senior PLM Engineer – Electrical SystemsLocation: Portsmouth or Scotstoun can be UK flexible – hybrid pattern – 1-2 days per week at local siteWe offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your...

Appcastenterprise Portsmouth, United Kingdom