Latest Space Systems Engineer Jobs

Radiation and Nuclear Hardening Engineer

This role involves working on advanced spacecraft projects, including rovers and satellites for telecoms, military, and scientific applications. You will learn about radiation and nuclear hardening, produce and review technical documentation, and manage radiation testing of components. The position offers opportunities for career growth and collaboration with experienced engineers.

Airbus Defence and Space Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Thermal Analyst

The role involves performing thermal design, analysis, and testing of spacecraft systems and subsystems. You will work within a multidisciplinary team, supporting projects from conceptual design to final delivery, and contribute to a range of space physics analysis activities.

Airbus Defence and Space Stevenage, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Production Systems Software Engineer

As a Production Systems Software Engineer, you will develop and maintain digital systems for satellite manufacturing, focusing on improving data flow, traceability, and process efficiency. You'll work closely with production, engineering, and operations teams to design and implement IT and automation solutions, ensuring systems are reliable, secure, and compliant with industry standards.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Flight Software Engineer

This role involves developing, implementing, and testing software for both onboard and ground systems of satellites. You'll work on mission-critical systems, including flight logic, communications, automation, and onboard resource management, collaborating closely with systems, electronics, and mission operations teams.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Mechanical Design Engineer

This role involves hands-on mechanical design and multidisciplinary engineering for unmanned aerospace systems, including concept development, CAD modelling, and integration of payload and propulsion systems. The engineer will work across the full product lifecycle, from requirements through to testing, with a focus on innovative technologies such as eVTOL and all-electric propulsion. Collaboration with aircraft design teams and customers is key to optimising system performance.

Saab Oakley, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Lead Test Engineer

Lead Test Engineer to develop and manage test solutions for advanced electro-mechanical systems in underwater robotics. Responsible for end-to-end test lifecycle, including test case design, automation, facility management, and team leadership. Works across electrical, mechanical, and software domains in a high-tech defence environment.

Saab Fareham, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Cloud Engineer

This role involves designing, building, and maintaining scalable cloud infrastructure primarily on AWS, supporting secure and resilient applications. You'll collaborate with engineering teams to implement DevOps best practices, ensure system security, and drive continuous improvement in automation, monitoring, and compliance.

eFinancialCareers London, United Kingdom £75,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Design Engineer - Electrical

This role involves providing electrical design and integration support for new systems and equipment on maritime platforms. Responsibilities include creating electrical drawings, liaising with customers and partners, conducting ship surveys, and collaborating with various engineering teams to ensure the successful integration of electrical systems.

Appcastenterprise Portsmouth, United Kingdom £43,500 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Manufacturing Engineering Specialist Edgewing

This role involves supporting the Head of Manufacturing Engineering in developing and implementing frameworks, processes, and ways of working across multidisciplinary teams. The specialist will coordinate activities, contribute to programme planning and risk management, and help embed consistent operational approaches within Edgewing and partner organisations. The position supports a joint venture focused on advancing defence technology through UK, Italian, and Japanese collaboration.

Appcastenterprise Frimley, United Kingdom £54,808 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Quality Assurance Engineer

We are looking for a highly skilled Quality Assurance Engineer to support the quality of our operational processes and outputs.In this role at Spire, you will conduct detailed process audits, troubleshoot and resolve issues related to materials, equipment, processes, and...

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

Senior Network Engineer

We are building a next-generation network connectingsatellites, ground stations, and cloud infrastructure. This system must operate acrossdynamic, intermittent links and deliver data reliably into cloud-based workloads. We are looking for aNetwork Engineerto strengthen the systems deployed directly at our antennas,...

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

Defence Flight Dynamics Engineer

We are seeking a talented and motivated Flight Dynamics Engineer to join a growing engineering team developing advanced flight dynamics capabilities for defence and space applications. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the design and evolution of sophisticated...

Holt Executive Oxfordshire, United Kingdom £40,000 – £85,000 pa

Senior AV/ IT Engineer (Teaching and Events)

Senior AV/ IT Engineer (Teaching and Events)ISS - Service Management & DeliveryLocation:Bailrigg, Lancaster, UKSalary:£33,002 to £37,694 (Full-Time/Indefinite)Closing Date:Sunday 09 August 2026Interview Date:Wednesday 19 August 2026Reference:0628-26Information Systems Services (ISS) is seeking a talented and enthusiastic Senior AV/IT Engineer (Teaching and Events)...

Harvey Nash Lancaster, United Kingdom £33,002 – £37,694 pa

Senior / Principal Electronics Engineer

Lead the development of safety-critical electronic control systems for aerospace applications, from concept through certification and production. Design and validate analogue and digital circuits for embedded systems within a highly regulated environment. Collaborate with global engineering teams and mentor junior engineers in a multidisciplinary setting.

Acorn by Synergie Yeovil, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Nuclear/ Radiation Hardening Engineer

This role involves working on mission-critical technologies for secure military communications satellites, developing resilient systems for demanding environments. Responsibilities include technical planning, system integration, and leading complex engineering challenges with a focus on nuclear and radiation hardening.

Lockheed Martin Newcastle, North East England, United Kingdom £93,000 – £116,000 pa

On-site Permanent