Latest space domain awareness Jobs

Software Test Engineer

As a Software Test Engineer at Airbus Defence and Space, you'll be embedded within a development team, driving verification and validation across the software lifecycle for satellite communications systems. You'll design and execute manual and automated test cases, contribute to test reviews, and help ensure high-quality code delivery using Agile methodologies. The role offers opportunities to grow expertise in test automation, V&V processes, and model-based systems engineering within a high-visibility, mission-critical environment.

Airbus Defence and Space Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Software Systems Engineer

Design and analyze software for satellite communications systems using Model-Based Design and MBSE methodologies. Collaborate with development and test teams in an Agile environment to define system architecture and ensure software components meet user requirements. Contribute to all stages of the modeling lifecycle and help shape future space technologies.

Airbus Defence and Space Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Architect – Power and Propulsion Integration Specialist (Edgewing)

This role involves integrating power and propulsion systems architecture across a multinational defence collaboration, ensuring alignment between technical designs, enterprise standards, and delivery teams. The specialist will coordinate across multiple organisations, identify integration risks, and support governance through detailed architectural analysis and transition planning in a complex, high-security environment.

BAE Systems Guildford, Surrey, United Kingdom £61,134 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Architect – Power and Propulsion Integration Specialist (Edgewing)

Acts as a key integration specialist between Enterprise Architecture, delivery teams, and international partners, ensuring alignment of power and propulsion system designs across the Edgewing joint venture. Focuses on identifying integration risks, maintaining system boundaries, and supporting governance in a complex, multi-organizational defence technology environment.

BAE Systems Fleet, Hampshire, GU51 3HH, United Kingdom £61,134 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Radar Mechanical Design Lead

This senior mechanical engineering role involves leading the design and development of complex mechanical systems for a cutting-edge technology demonstrator. The candidate will act as the mechanical design authority, ensuring robust and compliant solutions throughout the full engineering lifecycle, and will collaborate with cross-functional teams to align mechanical solutions with overall system requirements.

Appcastenterprise Cowes, United Kingdom £85,700 pa

Hybrid Permanent Part-time Clearance Required

Metadata Specialist Edgewing

As a Metadata Specialist, you will support the development and operational delivery of enterprise metadata standards, governance processes, and classification frameworks. You will work closely with data custodians, governance teams, and technical stakeholders to ensure metadata accuracy and consistency across systems and data domains.

Appcastenterprise Frimley, United Kingdom £54,808 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Senior Software Engineer - Space Reliability

This role focuses on building autonomous, self-healing systems for satellite operations, applying SRE principles and AI-driven anomaly detection to eliminate manual processes. The engineer will design fault detection and recovery pipelines, develop data platforms for telemetry, and create tools for real-time mission execution. Collaboration with operators and mission teams ensures operational challenges are translated into scalable software solutions.

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

Hybrid Permanent

Senior RF Engineer

The Senior RF Engineer will design, develop, and optimize advanced RF subsystems for satellite communication, navigation, and RF monitoring systems. Responsibilities include component selection, circuit design, RF module testing, and leading space qualification efforts, working in a dynamic and innovative environment.

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

Hybrid Permanent

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

Mechanisms Manager

This role involves leading a team of mechanical engineers focused on spacecraft mechanisms and electro-mechanical systems, ensuring technical excellence, project delivery, and design consistency. The manager will oversee work packages, mentor engineers, resolve technical issues, and maintain a strategic roadmap for mechanisms development. Collaboration with project and functional leads is key to managing risks, resources, and innovation in high-reliability aerospace applications.

Langham Recruitment Guildford, Surrey, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Contracts Manager

The Contracts Manager will lead the Contracts department at Surrey Satellite Technology, overseeing day-to-day operations, contract negotiations, and team management. Key responsibilities include preparing and managing contractual commitments, mentoring team members, and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Flight Software Engineer

Develop mission-critical onboard software for spacecraft and satellite platforms operating in extreme environments. Work on real-time embedded systems using C/C++ and collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to ensure seamless integration of software with avionics and hardware subsystems. Engage in testing, validation, and troubleshooting across the full lifecycle of space missions.

Alexander Associates California, Stirling And Falkirk, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Talented Individuals

This role involves contributing to a satellite earth observation company that specializes in high-resolution thermal imaging. The company is looking for a wide range of technical and non-technical roles, including engineers, data scientists, and managers, to support their mission in addressing global sustainability challenges.

SatelliteVu London, 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

Senior Product Assurance Manager

This role involves leading product assurance and quality activities across spacecraft development projects, ensuring compliance and reliability throughout the lifecycle. The manager will work with engineering teams and suppliers to implement assurance plans, conduct audits, and resolve non-conformances. They will also mentor junior staff and support continuous improvement in a high-integrity space technology environment.

Holt Executive Oxfordshire, United Kingdom £60,000 – £90,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent