Latest Satellite Communications Jobs

System Performance & Modelling Engineer

Develop high-fidelity simulation frameworks for LEO satellite communication systems, modelling end-to-end performance across orbital dynamics, air interface, payload, and network layers. Analyse system capacity, latency, reliability, and resource allocation to optimise constellation performance and support architectural trade studies.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Senior Network Engineer

This role involves designing and implementing advanced network architectures for a dynamic low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite constellation. The engineer will develop custom routing solutions using Segment Routing and IS-IS, integrate control and data planes on specialised hardware, and validate performance under orbital dynamics using simulations and digital twins. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is key to evolving a resilient, high-throughput space-based communications platform.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Accounts Assistant

This role involves managing the Accounts Payable function, including processing supplier invoices, reconciliations, and staff expenses. You will work in a fast-paced environment, ensuring financial accuracy and supporting month-end close activities.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom

Contract

Security Infrastructure Systems Engineer

The role involves maintaining, securing, and improving core IT infrastructure with a focus on resilience, compliance, and proactive threat mitigation. Responsibilities include system hardening, vulnerability management, security monitoring, incident response, and supporting secure cloud environments. The engineer will work closely with infrastructure and security teams to embed security into system design and operations.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom

Software Engineer - Yocto/Linux

Develop and maintain embedded Linux software for satellite systems, focusing on Yocto-based builds and low-level hardware interfacing. Work closely with electrical engineering on board bring-up and fault-tolerant system design for nanosatellites. Implement communication protocols and daemons in C/C++ within a fast-paced space technology environment.

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

Spacecraft Electronics Engineer

This role involves designing and integrating custom electronics for satellite systems, including PCB design, component selection, and power/signal integrity analysis. The engineer will work closely with software and mechanical teams, perform board bring-up and debugging, and support testing and qualification. Work spans from concept to production, with a focus on high-reliability space applications.

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

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Radiation Engineer

This role involves ensuring the radiation robustness and reliability of electronic components and subsystems used in satellites. The engineer will analyze, test, and qualify electronic devices against space radiation effects, develop irradiation test plans, execute test campaigns, interpret results, and provide hardening recommendations to design teams. The position works across international programs and collaborates with agencies like ESA, requiring strong technical analysis and communication skills.

Thales Alenia Space Belgium

Mechanical Design Engineer (Space/Satellite)

This role involves owning the end-to-end mechanical design and documentation for space hardware, payloads, and MGSE. Responsibilities include creating precise CAD models, assembly drawings, BOMs, and manufacturing documentation, as well as providing hands-on support for prototyping, assembly, AIT, and mechanical testing.

GlobalTech Recruitment London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Freelance

Propulsion Systems Engineer

This role involves systems engineering for satellite propulsion systems, focusing on trade-off analysis, requirements generation, and system design across fluidic, thermal, and electrical domains. The engineer will perform FMECA and other system analyses while supporting manufacturing and assembly planning. Work is conducted in collaboration with national and European space agencies on defence and scientific spacecraft projects.

Expert Employment Lower Hartwell, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom £35,000 – £46,000 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

GNC Engineer

This role involves designing, developing, and verifying Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) systems for advanced satellite missions, with a focus on algorithm development, hardware integration, and system-level performance. The engineer will work across the full GNC lifecycle, including requirements, architecture, and in-orbit operations support, within a multidisciplinary team. Emphasis is placed on innovation in GNC and computer vision technologies for next-generation spacecraft.

Holt Executive Oxfordshire, United Kingdom £40,000 – £70,000 pa

Microwave Plasma Technologist

Design and optimise microwave plasma systems for advanced materials manufacturing in a space-based environment. Develop numerical models, build and test plasma chambers and CVD reactors, and iterate on designs based on performance data. Work closely with engineering teams to advance plasma technology within a novel satellite platform.

Space Forge Cardiff, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Process Engineer

This role involves developing and optimising advanced semiconductor and RF module assembly processes, with a focus on die attach and wire/ribbon bonding technologies. The engineer will work closely with RF teams to mature manufacturing techniques for scalable, reliable production. Key responsibilities include process control, yield improvement, and supporting new product introductions in a high-frequency electronics environment.

Filtronic Sedgefield, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Talented Individuals

This role involves contributing to a satellite earth observation company focused on high-resolution thermal imaging and advanced analytics for global sustainability challenges. The organisation seeks skilled professionals across technical, data, engineering, geospatial, and commercial functions to support its mission. Work spans cutting-edge remote sensing, data analysis, and product development across defence, climate, and industrial monitoring sectors.

Satvu London, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Propulsion Systems Engineer

This role involves leading propulsion subsystem engineering activities across satellite programmes, from concept through to delivery, with responsibilities spanning technical leadership, requirements definition, design justification, and integration and test planning. The engineer will manage work packages, support major design reviews, develop analysis tools in EcosimPro, MATLAB, and Python, and resolve technical anomalies during AIT. Collaboration with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders is central to ensuring propulsion system performance and mission success.

Morson Edge Rowstock, Oxfordshire, OX11 0LX, United Kingdom £54 ph

On-site Permanent Clearance Required