Latest Mission Operations Engineer Jobs

Senior GNC Systems Engineer

An innovative organisation operating at the forefront of the space sector is seeking a Senior GNC Systems Engineer to contribute to the design, development, integration and verification of advanced Guidance, Navigation and Control systems for complex satellite missions.This is a...

Holt Executive Oxfordshire, United Kingdom £60,000 – £94,000 pa

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

Business Operations & Expansion Manager

This role involves leading the operational setup of new international subsidiaries and establishing scalable, cross-functional processes across the Open Cosmos group. The person will coordinate legal, finance, people, IT, and technical teams to ensure smooth integration into existing governance, systems, and reporting frameworks. They will drive standardisation, use automation and analytics to improve efficiency, and maintain audit-ready operational playbooks across global entities.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

GNC Algorithms Engineer

Design and develop guidance, navigation, and control (GNC) algorithms for spacecraft systems, spanning the full lifecycle from simulation and modelling to flight software integration and verification. Work on autonomous navigation, attitude control, and rendezvous operations within a multidisciplinary team. Utilise high-fidelity simulations and tools like MATLAB/Simulink and Python to deliver robust, flight-ready GNC solutions.

Holt Executive Oxfordshire, United Kingdom £40,000 – £70,000 pa

SITE SECURITY MANAGER

Manages physical and information security at a Thales Alenia Space site, ensuring compliance with internal, regulatory, and national safety requirements. Oversees classified media, personnel clearances, and safety protocols, while promoting security awareness among staff. May act as Deputy Security Officer in accordance with IGI 1300/IM 900 regulations.

Thales Alenia Space Italy
On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Responsable Juridique et Contrats.F/H

This role involves leading the legal and contracts team at Thales Alenia Space's Cannes site, managing a team of five, ensuring compliance with group-wide programmes, and providing legal support across export and institutional markets for both business lines. The position requires active participation in legal network initiatives and close coordination with senior compliance officers. Leadership, risk assessment, and cross-border contract negotiation are central to the role.

Thales Alenia Space France

Senior Digital Comms Payload Engineer

This role involves defining digital subsystem architectures for satellite communication payloads, translating system requirements into scalable processing solutions, and leading digital-in-the-loop prototyping. The engineer will assess advanced silicon technologies for space applications, define high-speed interfaces, and support secure hardware integration across space and ground systems. Collaboration spans payload, network, and security domains to deliver resilient, high-performance satellite comms solutions.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom
On-site Permanent

Electronics Engineer – Satellite Manufacturing (AIT Production)

This role involves hands-on integration, testing, and validation of electronic assemblies for satellites, including troubleshooting PCBs and supporting production. The engineer will develop test procedures, ensure compliance with aerospace standards, and collaborate across engineering and manufacturing teams to deliver reliable, space-ready hardware.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom
On-site Permanent

Senior Spectrum Systems Engineer

This role involves leading spectrum compliance for satellite systems, translating regulations like EPFD and PFD into technical design requirements. The engineer will develop end-to-end simulation models for interference and coexistence, support ITU filings, and guide frequency usage strategies across LEO constellations. Work includes both ground and in-orbit verification, with strong emphasis on regulatory alignment and system-level performance.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom
On-site Permanent

Data Processing Technical Project Manager

This role involves managing data processing deliverables and products within a satellite data team, coordinating between technical teams and project managers. The focus is on ensuring timely, high-quality delivery using robust software engineering practices. It plays a central role in transforming satellite data into actionable insights for customers and internal platforms.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom
On-site Permanent

Backend Engineer (DataCosmos)

This role involves designing and maintaining scalable backend services and APIs for DataCosmos, a geospatial data platform that processes and delivers satellite data. The engineer will work extensively with Go and Python, cloud-native technologies like Docker and Kubernetes, and contribute to CI/CD and infrastructure improvements. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is key to delivering solutions for real-world space missions.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent

Test Engineer (Data)

A Test Engineer in the Data team ensures the quality and reliability of the DataCosmos geospatial data platform by designing automated and manual tests, validating data flows, and supporting CI/CD pipelines. The role involves testing frontend, API, and data layers while collaborating with engineering and product teams to define test coverage and improve testing practices.

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

Technicien Procédés Micro électronique SPACE-F/H

Support technical operations in microelectronics processes at a satellite engineering site, focusing on process monitoring, optimization, and quality control. Conduct data analysis using SPC and Pareto methods, troubleshoot production anomalies using structured problem-solving techniques, and support operator training and documentation. Engage in continuous improvement and technology watch for advanced microelectronic manufacturing processes.

Thales Alenia Space France
On-site Permanent