UK Space Jobs

Software Engineering Graduate

As a Software Engineering Graduate at Saab UK, you will join a structured 2-year programme with hands-on experience in cutting-edge Autonomous Vehicles technology. You will rotate through four 6-month placements, gaining industry-recognised skills and building a strong professional network.

Saab United Kingdom

Head of Systems Engineering

The Head of Systems Engineering role involves strategic leadership and technical authority over the Systems Engineering discipline, ensuring alignment with Lifecycle Management processes and customer requirements. Responsibilities include governance, capability development, and leading a team of engineers in designing and verifying complex aerospace and defence solutions.

Saab United Kingdom

senior power electronics engineer

This role involves designing and validating power solutions for space equipment, including various DC-DC converters and power distribution architectures. You will work closely with a team of hardware engineers, project leaders, and other departments, interfacing with customers and suppliers.

Thales Alenia Space Italy

Project Quality Assurance (PA) (m/f)

This role involves ensuring the quality of services and products delivered to customers, managing quality plans, and coordinating with technical departments for design reviews. The position requires a strong understanding of quality standards and processes, with a focus on space projects.

Thales Alenia Space Spain

Senior Electronics Engineer

Design and develop advanced analogue and digital electronic systems for RF and communications products used in telecommunications, space, defence, and high-altitude platforms. Lead designs from concept through to volume manufacture, including schematic capture, PCB definition, and system integration. Perform testing, troubleshooting, and reliability analysis while collaborating with cross-functional teams on innovation and continuous improvement.

Filtronic Sedgefield, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Senior MMIC Design Engineer

Design and develop high-performance MMICs using GaAs, GaN, and InP technologies for microwave and millimetre-wave applications from 37GHz to 115GHz. Perform circuit simulation, layout, and verification, and collaborate with semiconductor foundries and cross-functional teams to deliver reliable, manufacturable solutions. Lead design reviews and support testing in advanced RF laboratories.

Filtronic Sedgefield, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Senior Power Engineer Analogue Design

This role involves designing, analyzing, and verifying power subsystems and energy conversion solutions for spacecraft, including DC-DC converters, battery regulators, and power distribution modules. The engineer will lead power system development from concept through to in-orbit operation, working closely with cross-disciplinary teams on satellite missions. Responsibilities include requirements management, FMECA, WCA, reliability analysis, and hardware verification testing in a space environment context.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Imager Electronics Engineer

This role involves leading the verification, testing, and debugging of imager electronics for space-based optical payloads. The engineer will develop test plans, perform circuit-level analysis, support design teams, and ensure compliance with space-environment standards. Work spans from design validation through to integration, AIT, and commissioning, with a strong focus on test automation and cross-disciplinary collaboration.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Applications Engineer (Honing Machines)

The role involves providing product consultation, training, and technical support for protection testing and diagnostic equipment. Responsibilities include troubleshooting technical issues, delivering product training, and extensive travel for client liaison and machinery commissioning.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Cheltenham, United Kingdom £35,000 – £45,000 pa

Quality Engineer

As a Quality Engineer, you will support and improve quality performance across manufacturing operations, working closely with Production, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams. Key responsibilities include maintaining Quality Management Systems, conducting audits, leading root cause analysis, and promoting a proactive quality culture.

SF Partners Redditch, United Kingdom £35,000 – £40,000 pa

Mechanical Design Engineer

This role involves designing precision machine components, tooling, and fixtures for aerospace engineering applications. You will produce detailed 3D CAD models and engineering drawings using Autodesk Inventor, working closely with manufacturing and engineering teams to ensure designs are practical and suitable for production.

Owen Daniels Leicester, LE1 5YA, United Kingdom £40,000 – £50,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Quality Engineer (Aviation)

This role involves developing and maintaining quality procedures, supporting internal and external audits, and analysing quality performance to drive continuous improvement in a precision components manufacturer. You will work with aerospace standards and contribute to the company's growth and expansion.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Nottingham, United Kingdom £40,000 – £47,000 pa

MRO Technician x3

Are you an experienced MRO Technician, Repair Technician orMechanical Assembly Technician with a background in aerospace orprecision engineering?Do you enjoy working hands-on with complex mechanical components,diagnosing faults and rebuilding equipment to exactingengineering standards?We're supporting a leading aerospace manufacturing business inBedhampton,...

Kingdom People Havant, United Kingdom £33,819 pa

Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Job Title:Senior Manufacturing EngineerLocation:Huddersfield 4 days per week (4 day week available)Role Type:PermanentSalary:£50,000 - £60,000 + benefitsOur client, an established engineering consultancy, require an experienced Senior Manufacturing Engineer to join their multi-disciplined team working complex aerospace & defence systems.Candidates would...

Gold Group Huddersfield, HD1 2AA, United Kingdom £50,000 – £60,000 pa

Antenna Design Engineer

The Antenna Design Engineer will work on advanced RF, microwave, and radar systems for defence and aerospace applications. Responsibilities include designing, simulating, and testing antennas across various frequency bands, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring compliance with military standards.

Matchtech Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom