Latest Satellite Operations Jobs

Senior Sales Engineer

This role involves serving as the senior technical liaison between Spire’s sales and engineering teams, focusing on designing and presenting space-driven solutions for commercial and government customers. The Senior Sales Engineer will lead technical sales discussions, develop proposals, and ensure customer mission requirements are met using Spire’s satellite platforms and infrastructure. The position requires deep expertise in satellite systems, mission design, and customer-facing technical communication.

Spire Glasgow, Alba / Scotland, G2 1AL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Production Manager

Manages daily satellite assembly, integration, and test (AIT) operations across multiple shifts at Open Cosmos’ UK site. Leads team leads, ensures production plans are executed safely and on schedule, and maintains alignment with engineering, quality, and supply chain functions. Focuses on operational efficiency, KPIs, and consistent process execution in a high-tech manufacturing environment.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Senior AOCS Systems Engineer

This role involves leading the design, analysis, and testing of Attitude and Orbit Control Systems (AOCS) for satellite missions within a systems engineering environment. The engineer will develop simulation models, conduct lab validation, and support mission operations and pre-sales activities. Collaboration with suppliers and cross-functional teams is key to delivering high-performance spacecraft systems for Earth observation, telecom, and demonstration missions.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Product Assurance Engineer

This role involves ensuring the quality, reliability, and safety of space systems across the project lifecycle, with responsibilities spanning compliance verification, non-conformance management, quality documentation, and supplier oversight. The engineer will support technical reviews, risk management, and product assurance planning within a high-reliability aerospace environment. Collaboration with engineering teams, project managers, and external partners is central to maintaining mission-critical standards.

Spire Glasgow, Alba / Scotland, G2 1AL, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

AIT Lead Engineer

Lead and execute spacecraft and payload assembly, integration, and test (AIT) activities, including environmental verification testing, both in-house and at external facilities. Develop test plans and procedures, manage test teams, and ensure compliance with engineering standards in a cleanroom environment. Support mission commissioning, customer engagement, and technical documentation for spaceflight hardware.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Project Controller

This role involves providing financial oversight across projects and bids, ensuring cost accuracy, compliance, and strong financial reporting. The Project Controller will act as a financial partner to project teams, monitoring forecasts, risk, and cash flow while supporting bid costing and customer financial engagement. Based in Guildford, the position requires close cross-functional collaboration and a strong grasp of project accounting standards, particularly within engineering or manufacturing environments.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Payload Product Assurance Manager - IRIS² - F/H

Oversee quality assurance for satellite payload systems within the IRIS² programme, ensuring compliance with contractual and internal standards. Act as the primary quality interface with the client, coordinate cross-functional quality activities, manage risk and non-conformances, and validate product conformance across design, manufacturing, and testing phases. Work within a high-tech aerospace environment focused on European sovereignty and innovation.

Thales Alenia Space France

Thermal Systems Engineer

The role involves leading thermal engineering efforts across satellite missions, including thermal modelling, test planning and execution, and hands-on support during AIT (Assembly, Integration, and Testing). The engineer collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure spacecraft thermal performance in orbit and contributes to product development and process improvements within a fast-paced, innovative space technology environment.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent