Latest Satellite Engineer Jobs

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

Imager Electronics Engineer

This role involves leading the verification, testing, and debugging of imager electronics for space missions, from concept to launch and operational life. You'll collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to develop innovative solutions and ensure compliance with space environment requirements.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, GU2 7YE, 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

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

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

Mechanical Engineering Intern

This role involves supporting the design, development, and testing of satellite mechanical systems within a multidisciplinary engineering team. The intern will contribute to real spacecraft programmes, working on CAD modelling, component integration, and structural analysis in a fast-paced environment. It offers hands-on experience across the full satellite development lifecycle, from concept to testing, with opportunities to engage in technical reviews and process improvements.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Internship

Senior Network Engineer

We are building a next-generation network connectingsatellites, ground stations, and cloud infrastructure. This system must operate acrossdynamic, intermittent links and deliver data reliably into cloud-based workloads. We are looking for aNetwork Engineerto strengthen the systems deployed directly at our antennas,...

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

GNC Engineer - Avionics

As a GNC/AOCS Engineer - Avionics at Spire, you will operate as part of a technical team who maintains responsibility across the full lifecycle of the Spire GNC product and its subcomponents. The GNC team interfaces directly with many engineering...

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

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

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

Principal GNC Engineer

This role involves leading the development of a groundbreaking spacecraft GNC subsystem, from concept to mission operations. Responsibilities include mentoring a multidisciplinary team, designing advanced algorithms, and integrating hardware and software solutions.

Alexander Associates California, Stirling And Falkirk, United Kingdom £116,000 – £151,200 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Principal System Test Engineer

Design and develop automated test systems for advanced 5G and satellite communication technologies using Python and RF instrumentation. Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to define verification strategies and integrate test equipment like spectrum analyzers and signal generators. Help shape the future of test automation and product validation in a high-performance wireless technology environment.

Yoh, A Day & Zimmermann Company So167Qj, SO16 7QJ, United Kingdom £70,000 – £80,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent

Manufacturing Quality Engineer

This role involves driving quality improvement in a high-reliability aerospace or defence manufacturing environment. You will take ownership of a struggling production area, focusing on reducing non-conformances, improving process control, and enhancing quality culture across engineering and production teams.

Elix Sourcing Solutions Portsmouth, United Kingdom £50,000 – £60,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Lead RF Engineer

This role involves leading technically complex RF programmes across aerospace, defence, and space projects. Responsibilities include RF system architecture, detailed design, and delivery across the full lifecycle, from concept to production. The position offers technical leadership, mentorship, and exposure to high-reliability engineering environments.

Pure Resourcing Solutions Mk178Lx, MK17 8LX, United Kingdom £70,000 – £75,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Flexible Clearance Required

Product Manager (Satellite Communications / SC Clearance)

This role involves leading the technical product direction for global satellite connectivity services, bridging engineering and commercial teams to shape product strategy and go-to-market initiatives. You'll work with cutting-edge satellite technologies from providers like Starlink and OneWeb, support sales with technical expertise, and lead internal training. The company offers career progression, bonus opportunities, and sponsorship for security clearance.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Redhill, Surrey, RH1 1RJ, United Kingdom £50,000 – £85,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required