Latest satellite payload engineer Jobs

User Terminal Architect

As a User Terminal Architect, you will be responsible for defining the end-to-end architecture and technical specifications for Open Cosmos' satellite user terminals, including fixed, mobility, and low-power devices. You will lead the integration of antenna systems, RF front ends, modems, and power management, ensuring designs meet performance, reliability, and regulatory requirements.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

FPGA Architect

As an FPGA Architect, you will design and implement FPGA systems for spacecraft, working closely with hardware and software teams to ensure high-performance, reliable, and scalable solutions. Your role involves defining FPGA architecture, leading the FPGA lifecycle, and driving continuous improvement in design and validation processes.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Contracts Manager

The Contracts Manager will lead the Contracts department at Surrey Satellite Technology, overseeing day-to-day operations, contract negotiations, and team management. Key responsibilities include preparing and managing contractual commitments, mentoring team members, and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Senior Power Engineer Analogue Design

This role involves designing, analyzing, developing, and verifying power systems and energy conversion solutions for spacecraft missions. The Senior Power Engineer will lead the power subsystem for missions, working closely with other technical leads to deliver innovative projects from concept to launch.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Software Systems Engineer

Design and analyze software for satellite communications systems using Model-Based Design and MBSE methodologies. Collaborate with development and test teams in an Agile environment to define system architecture and ensure software components meet user requirements. Contribute to all stages of the modeling lifecycle and help shape future space technologies.

Airbus Defence and Space Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

GNC Engineer - Avionics

As a GNC/AOCS Engineer - Avionics at Spire, you will operate as part of a technical team who maintains responsibility across the full lifecycle of the Spire GNC product and its subcomponents. The GNC team interfaces directly with many engineering...

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

Senior Systems Operations Engineer

As a Senior Systems Operations Engineer at Spire, you will be responsible for ensuring that on-orbit mission operations meet and sustain technical and service-level objectives. You will serve as the technical link between the development and operations phases of the...

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

Senior Power Engineer Analogue Design

This role involves designing, analyzing, developing, verifying, and delivering power subsystems and modules for spacecraft missions. Responsibilities include requirements capture, design of analogue/power electronics, and leading power system development for satellite missions, interacting with technical leads across multiple disciplines.

Langham Recruitment Guildford, Surrey, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Principal GNC Engineer

This role involves leading the development of a groundbreaking spacecraft GNC subsystem, from concept to mission operations. Responsibilities include mentoring a multidisciplinary team, designing advanced algorithms, and integrating hardware and software solutions.

Alexander Associates California, Stirling And Falkirk, United Kingdom £116,000 – £151,200 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Systems Engineer

Systems Engineer | Spacecraft | Guildford/hybrid | Competitive salary & packageAre you an experienced Space Systems Engineer seeking a new opportunity to take technical lead on a space mission projectThis role is an exciting opportunity to join the Systems team...

Langham Recruitment Guildford, United Kingdom

Senior Space Systems Engineer

This role involves leading technical activities in space systems engineering, from concept studies to full system development, with a focus on telecommunications and positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT) systems. The engineer will perform mission analysis, system architecture design, requirements management, and model-based systems engineering (MBSE), supporting mission-critical space capabilities. Work includes system budgeting, risk management, and engagement with government and institutional stakeholders.

Holt Executive London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Senior System Engineer

This role involves defining and managing system-level requirements, leading technical decisions, and ensuring successful integration across multiple engineering disciplines. You will work closely with teams across GNC, Flight Software, Avionics, Mechanical, Electrical, and Mission Operations to deliver high-performance spacecraft and mission-critical systems.

Alexander Associates California, Stirling And Falkirk, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Manufacturing Quality Engineer

This role involves driving quality improvement in a high-reliability aerospace or defence manufacturing environment. You will take ownership of a struggling production area, focusing on reducing non-conformances, improving process control, and enhancing quality culture across engineering and production teams.

Elix Sourcing Solutions Portsmouth, United Kingdom £50,000 – £60,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Lead RF Engineer

This role involves leading technically complex RF programmes across aerospace, defence, and space projects. Responsibilities include RF system architecture, detailed design, and delivery across the full lifecycle, from concept to production. The position offers technical leadership, mentorship, and exposure to high-reliability engineering environments.

Pure Resourcing Solutions Mk178Lx, MK17 8LX, United Kingdom £70,000 – £75,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Flexible Clearance Required

Service Architect

As a Service Architect, you will lead the design and development of managed service solutions, ensuring they align with customer requirements and project stakeholder needs. You will work closely with technical experts and stakeholders to craft winning customer offers, manage risks, and ensure successful service implementation and transition.

Airbus Defence and Space East Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required