Latest Satellite Technology Jobs

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

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

Senior RF Systems Engineer (Ground Segment)

This role involves designing and developing advanced RF systems for mission-critical military communications satellites. You will work on high-frequency and microwave applications, including RF circuitry, antennas, and system architectures, contributing to the performance and resilience of next-generation systems.

Lockheed Martin Havant, Hampshire, United Kingdom £72,000 – £90,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Spacecraft Platform Engineer

The Spacecraft Platform Engineer will work on mission-critical technology for secure military communications satellites, ensuring the logical and systematic conversion of customer requirements into total systems solutions. Responsibilities include functional analysis, timeline analysis, and leading major projects to completion, with a focus on spacecraft platform performance and customer representation.

Lockheed Martin Newcastle, North East England, United Kingdom £93,000 – £116,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Telecommunications GS Engineer

We are looking for aTelecommunication Ground Station Engineerto design, deploy, and maintain satellite communication infrastructure across our global network. You’ll work onradio interfaces,signal processing pipelines, andsatellite tracking systems ensuringreliable uplink/downlink with our spacecraft. This role offers hands-on development across software,...

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

Software Engineer - Yocto/Linux

We are seeking an experienced Embedded Linux/Software Engineer to join our Platform team (folks looking after the spacecraft). The successful candidate will play a crucial role in developing software for our satellite systems, contributing to the expansion and enhancement of...

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

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

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

Senior React Fronted Developer (Data)

As a Senior React Frontend Developer, you will lead the design and development of user interfaces for the DataCosmos platform, focusing on creating performant, scalable, and user-friendly data visualizations. You will work closely with data and backend engineers to integrate APIs and optimize front-end performance, ensuring that complex satellite data is accessible and actionable for a wide range of users.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Applied AI Engineer: Space & EO (Data)

You will design and deliver AI-powered pilots and applications using Earth Observation data, build computer vision models, and develop AI workflows that combine EO data with LLM orchestration. Your role involves integrating AI capabilities into the DataCosmos platform, supporting deployment, and collaborating with commercial teams and partners to solve real-world challenges.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Senior System Engineer

This role involves defining and managing system-level requirements, leading technical decisions, and ensuring successful integration across multiple engineering disciplines. You will work closely with teams across GNC, Flight Software, Avionics, Mechanical, Electrical, and Mission Operations to deliver high-performance spacecraft and mission-critical systems.

Alexander Associates California, Stirling And Falkirk, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Electronics Engineer

This role involves designing and developing advanced electronics for optical payloads in space missions, from concept to launch. You will work closely with experts to create cutting-edge space technologies, manage technical budgets, and support system-level integration and testing.

Langham Recruitment Guildford, Surrey, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Mixed Signal Electronics Design Engineer

This role involves end-to-end development of mixed-signal electronic systems for satellite and ground hardware, including schematic design, PCB layout, prototyping, testing, and integration. The engineer will work closely with systems and multidisciplinary teams to ensure flight-ready electronics meet stringent quality and compliance standards. Focus areas include reusable satellite platforms and advanced materials manufacturing in space.

Space Forge Cardiff, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Software Engineer - DV Sponsorship (Defence Systems & Satcoms)

In this role, you will lead a small team of developers in building secure, mission-critical systems for defence and government clients. You will work on advanced satellite communications and secure networking platforms, using technologies like Python, ReactJS, NodeJS, and MySQL, while managing CI/CD pipelines and supporting complex technical issues.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Redhill, RH1 1RJ, United Kingdom £75,000 – £90,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required