Latest satellite Jobs

Mission Manager

This role involves managing key phases of satellite missions from development through to operations, coordinating cross-functional engineering and operations teams, and ensuring delivery against schedule, cost, and technical requirements. The Mission Manager acts as a central point of contact, driving programme coordination across internal teams, suppliers, and customers. It’s a pivotal role in delivering end-to-end space missions within a fast-growing, mission-driven space technology company.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Applied AI Engineer: Space & EO (Data)

This role involves developing AI applications using satellite and Earth Observation (EO) data to solve real-world problems. The engineer will build computer vision models for image analysis, design LLM-driven workflows with RAG and tool-calling, and integrate AI capabilities into the scalable DataCosmos platform. Collaboration with commercial teams and rapid iteration on customer-driven pilots are key aspects of the role.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Systems Engineering Consultant

The role involves leading major consulting projects in systems engineering, ensuring technical excellence and client satisfaction. Responsibilities include strategic advice on defence programs, developing architectures and technical roadmaps, and mentoring junior consultants. The position requires extensive experience in defence systems engineering, stakeholder engagement, and business development.

Gregory Martin International Portsmouth, Hampshire, United Kingdom £60,000 – £80,000 pa

Principal Consultant Systems Engineering

The Principal Consultant in Systems Engineering will lead major consulting projects, ensuring technical excellence and client satisfaction. Responsibilities include strategic advice on defence programs, leading architecture development, and business development. The role involves mentoring teams and expanding client relationships.

Gregory Martin International Portsmouth, Hampshire, United Kingdom £60,000 – £80,000 pa

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

Site Reliability Engineer (DataCosmos)

This role involves ensuring the reliability, scalability, and performance of Open Cosmos's DataCosmos geospatial data platform and processing pipelines. The engineer will monitor systems end-to-end, respond to incidents, improve CI/CD pipelines, and collaborate with engineering teams to build resilient systems. Automation and operational efficiency are key focus areas, with work supporting real-world applications of satellite data.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Image Production Engineer

The role involves owning and optimizing the end-to-end satellite imagery processing pipeline, from data acquisition to delivery. The engineer will ensure high-quality, reliable outputs by troubleshooting systems, improving production code in Python, and implementing robust monitoring and validation. Close collaboration with engineering and SRE teams is required to maintain scalability and performance in a mission-driven space technology environment.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Customer Support Specialist (DataCosmos)

Provide first-line technical support for a geospatial data platform, onboarding users, troubleshooting issues, and collaborating with engineering teams to improve customer experience. Focus on enabling global customers to effectively use satellite data and imagery products.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Mechanical Engineer

This role involves leading mechanical design for satellites, subsystems, and ground support equipment, using 3D CAD tools to produce precise models and drawings. The engineer will apply GD&T standards, support assembly and testing in cleanroom environments, and collaborate across disciplines to deliver flight-ready hardware. Work spans from design through to integration and testing within a dynamic, mission-driven space technology environment.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Flexible

Inventory & Logistics Coordinator (Harwell, Oxfordshire)

This role involves managing inventory and logistics operations for satellite hardware and components at Open Cosmos' Harwell facility. You'll handle goods in/out processes, maintain accurate stock records, support audits and reconciliations, and coordinate shipments of mission-critical materials. Working closely with engineering and procurement teams, the position ensures smooth material flow and traceability within a high-precision satellite integration environment.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

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

Optical Systems Engineer

Design and lead the development of optical payloads for Earth observation satellites, from concept through launch and in-orbit operations. Perform mission analysis, define system requirements, and manage image quality metrics like MTF and SNR. Coordinate across engineering teams and suppliers to deliver integrated, high-performance space systems.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

Mission Concept Engineer

The role involves defining and developing advanced space mission concepts by translating customer needs into technically sound and commercially viable solutions. You will lead mission proposals, conduct technical analyses such as orbital and power budgeting, and collaborate with engineering and project teams to build end-to-end mission architectures. The position requires strong analytical and systems engineering skills, with a focus on innovation in satellite missions for commercial and institutional clients.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

Senior Mission Manager

This role involves leading complex space missions from concept through to launch and in-orbit operations, coordinating cross-functional teams and acting as the primary liaison with customers and partners. The Senior Mission Manager ensures technical, contractual, and regulatory requirements are met while managing risks, timelines, and resources. The position supports mission scaling and continuous improvement within a high-reliability engineering environment.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent