Latest space domain awareness Jobs

Data Handling Subsystem Engineer

This role involves performing hardware engineering activities within a specific technical speciality, focusing on analysis, design, and development of hardware solutions for space systems. The engineer will define requirements, conduct simulations or prototyping, resolve critical technical issues, and produce accurate technical reports in a multidisciplinary environment. Work is grounded in rigorous engineering standards and contributes to advanced space missions.

Thales Alenia Space Italy

Radio Frequency Subsystem Designer

Design and develop radio frequency subsystems for space applications, focusing on hardware engineering, technical analysis, and specification definition. Work in a multidisciplinary team to solve complex engineering challenges using simulations, prototypes, and models. Contribute to cutting-edge space systems in a rigorous, standards-driven environment.

Thales Alenia Space Italy

Ground Segment Systems Team Lead

Leads the design, integration, and operation of satellite ground segment systems, ensuring technical robustness and alignment across subsystems and mission operations. Manages a small team of engineers, overseeing technical development, system validation, and lifecycle support from concept to deployment. Acts as a key interface between engineering, software, and operations teams while driving architectural consistency and mission readiness.

Holt Executive Oxfordshire, United Kingdom £65,000 – £98,000 pa

Senior GNC Engineer

This role involves designing, developing, and verifying Guidance, Navigation and Control (GNC) systems for advanced satellite missions, with responsibilities spanning algorithm development, hardware integration, and on-orbit operations support. The engineer will lead subsystem reviews, conduct technical trade-offs, and research emerging GNC technologies in a multidisciplinary environment. Work includes RPO mission support, flight software integration, and close collaboration with customers and suppliers.

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

Lead Electronics Engineer

This role involves leading the development of advanced electronics for FPGA and ASIC-based space systems, with responsibility across the full hardware lifecycle from design to space qualification. The engineer will lead high-speed digital circuit design, complex PCB development, and integration within multidisciplinary teams, working on safety-critical systems for defence and space applications.

Platform Recruitment Stevenage, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom £90,000 – £110,000 pa

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Senior AIT RF Payload Comms Engineer

Lead the integration and test of advanced RF payloads for satellite communication systems, managing multidisciplinary engineering teams through full test campaigns. Responsibilities include developing test procedures, executing RF verification, and ensuring compliance with quality and schedule requirements. Work on cutting-edge space programmes in a collaborative, high-tech environment focused on innovation and technical excellence.

Platform Recruitment Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom £65,000 – £75,000 pa

Payload Product Assurance Engineer

The role involves leading product assurance activities for space payload hardware, ensuring compliance with stringent standards like ECSS, ESA, and NASA. The engineer will work across the product lifecycle, supporting quality across design, manufacturing, and testing, with a strong focus on reliability, non-conformance management, and supplier quality in high-integrity space and defence applications.

Baltic Recruitment Sedgefield, County Durham, United Kingdom £55,000 – £60,000 pa

Automated Test RF Engineer

This role involves developing and executing automated test solutions for advanced RF communication systems, with hands-on work across integration, verification, and validation. You'll use RF test equipment and Python scripting to analyse system performance and troubleshoot issues within complex electronics environments. The position emphasizes technical expertise and cross-disciplinary collaboration in a high-tech engineering setting focused on space and defence applications.

Enterprise Recruitment Stevenage, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom £60,000 – £78,000 pa

Automated Test RF Engineer

Design and execute automated test solutions for advanced RF communication systems, focusing on integration, verification, and performance analysis across the full lifecycle. Utilize Python scripting and RF test equipment to validate complex systems, troubleshoot issues, and support major test campaigns. Work within a technically challenging environment alongside specialists in high-speed electronics and communications engineering.

Enterprise Recruitment Rowstock, Oxfordshire, OX11 0LX, United Kingdom £60,000 – £78,000 pa

Earth Observation Solutions Analyst

The role involves developing real-world Earth Observation (EO) use cases using satellite data, focusing on areas like agriculture, wildfire monitoring, flooding, and maritime intelligence. The analyst will create proofs-of-concept, assess technical and commercial feasibility, and support data product development and partner onboarding. Collaboration with engineering, data, and commercial teams is key to translating satellite data into actionable insights.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

Optical Systems Engineer

Design and lead the development of optical payloads for Earth observation satellites, from concept through launch and in-orbit operations. Perform mission analysis, define system requirements, and manage image quality metrics like MTF and SNR. Coordinate across engineering teams and suppliers to deliver integrated, high-performance space systems.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

Optical Systems Engineer

Design and develop space-borne optical systems from concept through manufacturing, integration, and verification. Lead optical metrology and environmental testing programmes, support payload alignment, and manage technical documentation for spacecraft optical payloads. Work within a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-performance imaging systems for space applications.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom

Test Engineer Engine, Propulsion or Thrust

Conduct hot fire testing of rocket propulsion systems using propellant and pressurant feed systems, including design and execution of test setups. Work with ground support and electrical ground support equipment in a space engineering context. Ideal for engineers with hands-on experience in mechanical, aerospace, or physics-based roles focused on rocketry and fluidic control systems.

Expert Employment Waddesdon, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom £28,000 – £43,500 pa

Satellite Operations Engineer

This role involves direct operations of live Earth Observation satellites, covering commissioning, in-orbit testing, health monitoring, and anomaly resolution. The engineer will develop operational procedures, support mission readiness, and collaborate with engineering teams to enhance automation and mission performance. Work includes on-call duties and close coordination with ground segment teams to ensure mission success.

GCS United Kingdom £55,000 – £60,000 pa

IT Process Analyst

The role involves analysing, documenting, and improving IT and business systems processes to ensure compliance with ISO standards and support operational excellence within a defence-grade environment. The analyst will work closely with cross-functional teams to maintain governance, support audits, and drive continuous improvement. Key focus areas include ISO 27001 and ISO 9001 compliance, process documentation, and stakeholder engagement across IT, cybersecurity, and engineering.

Saab United Kingdom