Latest Engineering Consultancy Jobs

Mechanical Engineer

This role involves leading mechanical design activities for satellites, subsystems, and ground support equipment. You will work hands-on in cleanrooms and labs, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and ensure precision and manufacturability of hardware.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Flexible

Product Procurement Specialist: AOCS (ADCS, Star Trackers, Propulsion) specialism

This role involves managing the procurement of attitude determination, control systems, and propulsion components for satellite missions. You will coordinate with suppliers, engineering, and mission management teams to ensure components meet performance requirements and integration timelines.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Test Manager

This role involves leading test definition and verification strategies for aerospace projects, ensuring deliverables meet customer and technical requirements. The Test Manager will manage a team, define test approaches, oversee defect management, and contribute to continuous engineering improvement. Work includes cross-functional collaboration, subcontractor oversight, and maintaining compliance with industry and internal standards.

Airbus Defence and Space Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Software Architect

As a Software Architect, you will design and deliver high-impact cloud-based geospatial software solutions for Defence and commercial sectors. You will work closely with System Architects, development teams, and stakeholders to ensure scalable, secure, and maintainable architectures, while contributing to technical reviews and documentation.

Airbus Defence and Space Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

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

Manufacturing Lab Technologist – NDT L3 in Digital or Film X-Ray

This role involves maintaining technical control of non-destructive testing (NDT) activities across manufacturing stages for gas turbine engine components. The technologist will develop and approve inspection procedures, ensure compliance with quality standards, support multiple sites, and lead process improvements. It requires deep expertise in NDT methods and close collaboration with engineering, production, and quality teams.

Rolls Royce United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

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

Technical Product Owner – Onboard Processing Framework (Data)

As a Technical Product Owner for the Onboard Processing Framework, you will define the product vision and roadmap, manage the backlog, and work closely with engineering teams to deliver applications on satellite infrastructure. You will also develop SDKs, APIs, and documentation to enhance the developer experience and collaborate across various teams to ensure the platform is intuitive and scalable.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Value Improvement Engineer

The Value Improvement Engineer will lead cost optimization efforts across the design and manufacturing lifecycle of future defence aerospace products. This role involves applying Design for Manufacture and Design for Cost principles, developing component cost models, and collaborating with engineering, procurement, and supplier teams to resolve cost-driving issues. The position supports Rolls-Royce’s Future Programmes in delivering innovative propulsion solutions while ensuring technical and financial competitiveness.

Rolls Royce Box Makers Yard, Bristol (county), United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Senior Mission Manager

As a Senior Mission Manager, you will lead the full lifecycle of complex space missions, from initial requirements to launch and in-orbit operations. You will coordinate multidisciplinary teams, manage customer relationships, and ensure compliance with technical and regulatory standards, while driving continuous improvement and mentoring other mission managers.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Supplier Quality Assurance (SQA) Manager

As the Supplier Quality Assurance (SQA) Manager, you will lead the quality assurance approach across the supply chain, ensuring suppliers meet high standards and continuously improve. You will define and implement supplier qualification, audit, and performance metrics, manage non-conformances, and support new product introductions. This role involves close collaboration with Supply Chain and Engineering teams to maintain robust quality documentation and support customer audits.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Senior Spectrum Systems Engineer

As a Senior Spectrum Systems Engineer, you will lead the integration of spectrum compliance into satellite system design, using modelling and simulation to ensure regulatory adherence while maintaining performance. You will work closely with the Satcom team to define system requirements, build simulation models, and support regulatory engagement with high-quality datasets and insights.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Facilities Manager, Harwell Campus

As Facilities Manager, you will oversee the operation and maintenance of building systems, manage facilities across Open Cosmos sites, and ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations. You will also lead the Office Management team and maintain critical infrastructure to support satellite manufacturing and cleanroom operations.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Head of Spectrum & Regulatory Affairs

As Head of Spectrum & Regulatory Affairs, you will lead the strategic development and protection of Open Cosmos’ global spectrum assets. Your responsibilities include managing ITU filings, coordinating with satellite operators, and ensuring regulatory compliance across operational jurisdictions. You will also translate regulatory requirements into technical and operational constraints for satellite networks and represent the company in international regulatory forums.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Sales Lead, Earth Observation Data (Europe)

The Sales Lead, Earth Observation Data (Europe) will develop and close large, strategic EO data and imagery deals, manage senior customer relationships, and position Open Cosmos' satellite capabilities. You'll work closely with presales, solutions engineering, and product teams to shape proposals and represent the company in industry forums.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent