UK Space Jobs

• Forfar
• Hybrid
• Senior

Design, simulate and integrate 5G NTN RAN architecture, evaluating algorithms, scheduling, QoS and mobility to optimise network performance. Work with RAN vendors and subcontractors through co-engineering and integration, connecting the satellite access network and SMO with the 5G Core, transport, payload and mission operations.

5G Core · NG-RAN · O-RAN +6

• Issy-Les-Moulineaux, United Kingdom
• Hybrid
• Senior · manages people

Leads end-to-end system sizing and performance assessment for next-generation satellite communication networks, spanning user terminals, space, ground and network segments. Defines performance budgets, coordinates modelling and simulation, and drives cross-domain trade studies to meet capacity, latency, availability and scalability targets. Interfaces with suppliers and business stakeholders to justify design choices and ensure traceability.

Jira · DOORS · Polarion +3

• Portsmouth
• Hybrid
• Mid-level
• Permanent

Bridge the gap between customers and hardware, software, signal processing and applications engineers, defining requirements and maintaining system architecture for SDR-based platforms. Integrate and validate RF front-ends, FPGAs and real-time software stacks, run performance and trade studies, and lead system-level troubleshooting within a start-up-feel R&D group.

GNU Radio · REDHAWK · FPGA +1

• Cambridge
• Senior

Performs complex mixed-signal PCB layout in Altium Designer for aerospace electronics, owning dense boards that combine 30 GHz RF, power and digital with advanced stackups. Also manages component libraries, generates symbols and footprints, and maintains schematic, layout and BOM templates while collaborating closely with hardware and mechanical engineers.

Altium Designer · Altium Enterprise · MS Teams +3

• Bristol

Design and define complex aerospace mechanical components, from CAD product definition to systems integration and technical assurance, across Defence programmes. Work spans turbomachinery, transmission systems, control units and structures, translating engineering requirements into manufacturable, certifiable solutions within multidisciplinary teams.

CAD

• Inchinnan

Design, integrate and develop complex aerospace and defence products, covering mechanical component design, product definition and CAD, structures, control units, transmissions and turbomachinery. Work spans new product development and in-service programmes, translating engineering requirements into manufacturable, certifiable solutions within multidisciplinary Mechanical Systems teams.

CAD

• Southampton
• On-site
• £36,636 – £44,746 pa
• Entry level
• Contract

Lead a research area within the five-year STFC TRANSCEND collaboration, using Vera Rubin/LSST transient data and the 4MOST TiDES survey to study supernovae, host galaxies, black hole growth and Dark Energy. The role involves scientific programming in Python, collaboration visits across QUB, Lancaster, Oxford and Southampton, and contributing to TiDES infrastructure work.

Vera Rubin · LSST · 4MOST +2

• Leicester
• On-site
• £40,704 pa
• Entry level
• Contract

Undertake a funded research project in international space law, focusing on the responsibility of private actors for activities in outer space, including environmental protection, resource utilisation and property rights. Based at Space Park Leicester within an interdisciplinary centre, you will collect and analyse data, publish findings and engage with academic, industry and government stakeholders.

• Guildford
• Mid-level

Hands-on security infrastructure role maintaining and hardening core IT systems, with a focus on embedding security into design rather than treating it separately. Day-to-day work spans 3rd line support, vulnerability remediation, access control, SIEM/EDR tooling, cloud platforms, IaC automation and CSIRT incident response. Distinct for its blend of infrastructure engineering, compliance and active incident readiness.

AWS · Azure · Google Cloud +7

• Guildford
• On-site
• Entry level
• Contract

Processing supplier invoices, payment runs, reconciliations and bank postings within a busy accounts payable function, including multi-currency transactions and staff expenses. Supports month-end close, accruals, prepayments and audit preparation, and assists with the transition to S4Hana ERP. Works closely with procurement, operations and engineering on purchase orders and invoice approvals.

SAP · SAP Business One · S4Hana +3

• Portsmouth
• On-site
• Mid-level · manages people
• Permanent

Lead and develop a production team delivering high-reliability products, optimising resource planning and interfacing directly with the shop floor to meet time, quality, cost and safety targets. Define global production plans across multiple parallel projects using P6 scheduling and manufacturing systems such as SAP MES, while driving continuous improvement and work package management.

SAP Manufacturing Execution Systems · P6

• London
• On-site
• Mid-level
• Permanent

Hands-on procurement role supporting sourcing, supplier management and contracting for a space sustainability company, working with the Director of Procurement and Supply Chain. Involves negotiating supplier contracts, MSAs and SOWs, running day-to-day procurement operations, monitoring supplier performance and ensuring import/export compliance within a function being built from the ground up.

ERP

• London
• On-site
• Senior · manages people
• Permanent

Hands-on product and quality assurance role supporting space missions across all programme phases, from design collaboration and risk assessment to AIV reviews. Maintains the Quality Management System, applies internal and international standards (ISO9001, EN9100, ECSS), runs audits and inspections, and represents PA/QA in project and customer meetings.

ISO 9001 · EN9100 · ECSS

• Oakley
• On-site
• Entry level

A two-year graduate programme rotating through four six-month placements in core engineering disciplines, working hands-on with autonomous vehicle technology in the Blue Bear business unit. Graduates rotate as a cohort, are supported by managers and mentors, and may convert to a permanent role based on performance and business needs.

MS Office Suite

• Fareham
• £28,000 pa
• Entry level

A structured two-year graduate programme rotating through four six-month placements across core engineering disciplines, focused on cutting-edge 3D radar technology within the Sensor Systems Radar business. Graduates work hands-on with real systems at the Fareham campus, supported by managers and mentors, with a final placement and possible conversion to a permanent role.

MS Office Suite