Latest Satellite Technology Jobs

Senior Antenna and RF Payload Engineer

This role involves leading the design and validation of antenna and RF payload systems for satellite communications, including phased arrays, reflectors, and beamforming technologies. The engineer will perform electromagnetic simulations, define RF specifications, ensure regulatory compliance, and support prototyping and environmental testing. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential to deliver high-performance space and ground segment solutions.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Air Interface Architect

The Air Interface Architect will define and govern the physical and MAC layer architecture for Open Cosmos' LEO satellite communication system, ensuring high performance and scalability. The role involves designing waveforms, resource allocation, coding, modulation, and handover frameworks, while aligning with 3GPP NR-NTN and DVB-S2X standards. Responsibilities include system-level simulation, modem architecture definition, and integration with core network functions for non-terrestrial networks.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Bid Technical Manager Software

This role involves leading the technical aspects of software-focused bids, translating customer requirements into feasible solutions while aligning with product strategy. You'll act as Product Owner during bid phases, coordinate input from engineering teams, and ensure proposals are technically sound and competitive. The position is central to shaping digital solutions using AI, cloud technologies, and cybersecurity in a space-focused innovation environment.

Thales Alenia Space Luxembourg

Artificial Intelligence Space Engineer

This role involves designing and developing trustworthy AI components for space systems, combining data-driven and symbolic AI techniques. The engineer will work on NLP, multimodal human-machine dialogue, machine learning, and knowledge-based reasoning, integrating scientific methods into engineering processes. Emphasis is placed on ethical design, innovation, and cross-disciplinary collaboration in a high-tech space environment.

Thales Alenia Space Italy

Test Technician, Aerospace Propulsion, Space

Support hot fire testing of space propulsion systems by preparing satellite flight hardware and conducting engine tests. Perform instrumentation, propellant handling, pressure system checks, and data review. Work with high-pressure fluidic systems and interpret Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams.

Expert Employment Lower Hartwell, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom £22,000 – £36,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Systems Engineering Team Lead

Leads a team of systems engineers while actively contributing to the design and development of complex spacecraft systems across the full lifecycle, from mission concept to integration and verification. Focuses on technical trade-offs, requirements management, and cross-disciplinary coordination within a high-tech space organisation. Offers leadership responsibility alongside hands-on engineering in a collaborative, international environment.

Holt Executive Oxfordshire, United Kingdom £65,000 – £98,000 pa

ESA/IPC Harness and Spacecraft Inspector

Perform detailed visual and electrical inspections of spacecraft harnesses and mechanical assemblies to ensure compliance with IPC, ECSS, and programme-specific standards. Conduct Key Inspection Points during spacecraft build, verify soldering, crimping, and cable routing, and ensure adherence to cleanroom, ESD, and FOD protocols. Document non-conformances, support corrective actions, and maintain configuration control throughout integration.

IO Fairlands, Surrey, GU3 3JH, United Kingdom

Satcom Payload Architect

The role involves defining the end-to-end technical architecture of advanced satellite communication payloads for low Earth orbit (LEO) constellations. You will translate service requirements into detailed technical specifications for RF, digital, and optical subsystems, perform microwave link analysis, and ensure alignment between payload and spacecraft design. The position requires deep systems engineering expertise in satellite communications, with a focus on flexible, high-performance, and SWaP-optimised solutions.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Quality Control (QC) Engineer (shift based)

The role involves hands-on quality control during satellite build, integration, and testing phases, ensuring compliance with ECSS and ISO9001 standards. The engineer performs inspections, manages non-conformances, supports supplier quality, and maintains traceability across the production lifecycle. Work is conducted on a rotating 24/7 shift pattern at the Harwell site to support continuous satellite manufacturing operations.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Shift-work

Automation Architect

This role involves designing and leading the automation architecture for satellite mission operations and production systems, spanning ground software, CI/CD pipelines, and distributed infrastructure. The Automation Architect will set technical standards, guide engineering teams, and integrate automation across mission control, satellite operations, and data workflows. It’s a system-level position focused on scalability, maintainability, and cross-team collaboration across Open Cosmos’ space infrastructure.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Junior Legal Counsel

This role involves handling day-to-day commercial legal work including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts such as NDAs, procurement agreements, and customer contracts. The Junior Legal Counsel will work closely with the General Counsel and cross-functional teams to provide practical legal advice and support complex space-sector projects. The position requires fluency in English and Spanish and involves translating legal guidance for non-legal stakeholders across an international business.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent