Latest systems Jobs

Senior Network Engineer

Design and operate a next-generation network connecting satellites, ground stations, and cloud infrastructure. Focus on routing, secure overlays, automation, and integration with satellite operations. Work hands-on with BGP, IPsec/WireGuard, Terraform, and AWS networking in a distributed, intermittent environment.

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

SCC Database Manager

Our client has an opportunity for a SCC Database Manager to join them on a contract basis for 6 months with possible extension. You will be performing database maintenance and update activities.Role: SCC Database ManagerLocation: Chippenham, Oxfordshire - fully onsite...

Line Up Aviation Chippenham, Wiltshire, United Kingdom £42 ph

Senior Computer Vision Engineer

Develops advanced computer vision algorithms for object detection, tracking, and 6DoF pose estimation in autonomous systems. Leads technical design and validation, integrating vision solutions with embedded and flight software across multidisciplinary teams. Focuses on robust, deployable perception systems using LiDAR, cameras, and sensor fusion in safety-critical environments.

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

Orbital Welding Production Technician

This role involves precision assembly and testing of aerospace devices in a Class 8 cleanroom. Responsibilities include high-pressure gas testing, leak detection, component cleaning, electrical and gas flow testing, and material joining processes like TIG and orbital welding.

Expert Employment Lower Hartwell, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom £38,000 – £42,000 pa

On-site Permanent

IT Support Engineer

Provide 1st and 2nd line IT support in a fast-paced aerospace environment, resolving hardware, software, and connectivity issues. Manage helpdesk tickets, deploy devices, and support Microsoft 365 and Azure platforms across multiple locations, including on-site and remote assistance.

Identify Solutions Barry, Cymru / Wales, United Kingdom £25,000 – £30,000 pa

Contract

Senior Project Manager

Lead the end-to-end delivery of satellite constellation missions from contract award through development, launch, and in-orbit commissioning. Provide strategic leadership across engineering, operations, and commercial functions while managing technical, financial, and contractual performance. Serve as the primary customer interface and drive cross-functional teams to deliver complex space systems on time and within budget.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Microwave Plasma Technologist

Design and optimise microwave plasma systems for advanced materials manufacturing in a space-based environment. Develop numerical models, build and test plasma chambers and CVD reactors, and iterate on designs based on performance data. Work closely with engineering teams to advance plasma technology within a novel satellite platform.

Space Forge Cardiff, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Brazer / Welder

Brazer / WelderLocation: Near Uxbridge (commutable from Denham, Slough, Wembley, High Wycombe, Watford, Luton, Hemel Hempstead etc)Salary: £35,500 starting salary + excellent benefitsHours: Monday–Thursday 08:00–17:00, Friday 08:00–12:00If you’re a skilled Brazer/Welder looking to step into a high-spec engineering environment, this...

Syntech Recruitment Uxbridge, London, UB8 1SB, United Kingdom £35,500 pa

On-site Permanent

Senior Propulsion Test Engineer

Oversee propulsion test activities including hot fire and environmental testing, with responsibilities spanning site preparation, fuel and oxidiser handling, pressure systems, instrumentation, and safety protocols. Develop test, maintenance, and setup procedures while ensuring full operational knowledge of firing sites and control systems. Role requires hands-on mechanical fitting expertise and a strong foundation in propulsion and test engineering principles.

Expert Employment Lower Hartwell, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom £46,000 – £52,000 pa

Senior Electronics Engineer - Integrated Circuit Design

This role involves designing and developing integrated circuits and complex electronic systems from concept to prototype, working on advanced technologies for defence and security applications. You will collaborate closely with the R&D team, using toolchains like Vivado or Quartus and HDL languages, and be responsible for the entire product lifecycle.

Newton Colmore Cambridge, United Kingdom £60,000 – £90,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Mechanical Design Engineer

Design and develop precision mechanical components and assemblies for high-frequency RF systems, with a focus on thermal efficiency, structural integrity, and manufacturability. Perform advanced thermal and structural analysis using CFD and FEA to validate performance under extreme conditions. Collaborate closely with RF, electronics, and manufacturing teams to deliver robust, space-qualified hardware from concept through production.

Filtronic Sedgefield, 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

Electrical Tester (Rolling Stock)

Job title: Electrical Test TechnicianJob location: Derby, DerbyshireHourly pay rate: Mornings £18.29 Paye or £23.19 UmbrellaAfternoons £19.64 Paye or £24.95 UmbrellaShifts: Mornings and AftersHours per week: 37 hours a weekDuration: 12 Months+ (predicted)Start date: ASAPIndustries considered: RAF, Rail, Rolling Stock,...

Shorterm Group Derby, Derbyshire, DE1 3AE, United Kingdom £18 – £20 ph

Electrical Tester - Rolling Stock

Job title: Electrical Test TechnicianJob location: Derby, DerbyshireHourly pay rate: £28.44 Days/£30.75 Morn/£33.05 Afters (Umbrella)Shifts: Days, Mornings and AftersHours per week: 37 hours a week + O/TDuration: 12 Months+ (predicted)Start date: ASAPIndustries considered: RAF, Rail, Rolling Stock, REME, Army, Navy,...

Shorterm Group Derby, Derbyshire, DE1 3AE, United Kingdom £28 – £53 ph

Advanced Software Engineer

This role involves developing embedded software for aerospace communication systems, with a focus on C/C++ development, DO178 compliance, and wireless transceiver technologies. The engineer will contribute to design, testing, and certification of safety-critical avionics systems used in commercial, defense, and space applications. Work includes collaboration across teams, vendors, and adherence to rigorous software assurance standards in a regulated environment.

Honeywell Aerospace Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom