Latest Spacecraft Engineer Jobs

Mechanisms Engineer

The role involves designing, analyzing, and testing space mechanisms for spacecraft, working on multiple projects simultaneously, and interfacing with internal and external stakeholders. The position requires a strong mechanical engineering background, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, mission-critical environment.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Optical AIV Engineer

This role involves hands-on assembly, integration, and verification of optical payloads for spacecraft in a cleanroom environment. The engineer will perform precision alignment, bonding, and testing of optical components using advanced equipment and maintain rigorous build documentation. The position requires strong technical skills in opto-mechanical systems, problem-solving, and adherence to strict cleanliness and safety standards.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

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

Senior Power Engineer Analogue Design

This role involves designing, analyzing, developing, verifying, and delivering power subsystems and modules for spacecraft missions. Responsibilities include requirements capture, design of analogue/power electronics, and leading power system development for satellite missions, interacting with technical leads across multiple disciplines.

Langham Recruitment Guildford, Surrey, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Automation Engineer (Mission Operations)

The role involves developing and enhancing automation frameworks for satellite mission operations and production testing, from ground simulations to in-orbit spacecraft control. You'll create tools for data processing, anomaly detection, and automated flight operations, integrating solutions into Open Cosmos’s core platforms. The position requires close collaboration with engineering and operations teams to deploy reliable, scalable automation across the full mission lifecycle.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Thermal Systems Engineer

As a Thermal Systems Engineer, you will lead the thermal work package for multiple satellite missions, model and analyze spacecraft thermal behavior, and plan and execute thermal tests. You will collaborate with other subsystem engineers, contribute to the product roadmap, and ensure mission success from design to launch.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Systems Administrator - Spacecraft Control Centre

This role involves managing and maintaining the core computer systems and network infrastructure for the Spacecraft Control & Operations Facility (SCOF), supporting command and control of the SKYNET satellite constellation. The Systems Administrator will lead on system deployment, configuration, testing, and troubleshooting across high-availability Linux-based environments, ensuring seamless integration with existing SCOF networks. The position requires strong UNIX/Linux and networking expertise, with a focus on operational stability and secure system upgrades in a mission-critical space operations environment.

Airbus Defence and Space East Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Thermal Analyst

The role involves performing thermal design, analysis, and testing of spacecraft systems and subsystems. You will work within a multidisciplinary team, supporting projects from conceptual design to final delivery, and contribute to a range of space physics analysis activities.

Airbus Defence and Space Stevenage, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required