Discover the latest Engineering jobs within the UK Space industry

Export Control Officer

The Export Control Coordinator will support global export compliance activities, including preparing and submitting export licence applications, maintaining compliance records, and coordinating international shipments. The role involves working closely with engineering teams and providing export control advice to projects and procurement teams.

Saab United Kingdom

Electronics Manager

This role involves leading a team of electronic engineers in the design and prototyping of safety- and mission-critical systems within a defence and security environment. The manager will oversee technical delivery, ensure compliance with DO-254 standards, and coordinate across engineering disciplines. The position operates in a highly regulated, security-cleared context with a focus on traceability, quality governance, and cross-functional project execution.

Saab United Kingdom

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

Payload Product Assurance Engineer

The role involves ensuring quality, reliability, and regulatory compliance of space payload hardware throughout the product lifecycle. You'll lead product assurance activities, conduct root cause analyses, and ensure adherence to standards like ECSS, ESA, and NASA across design, manufacturing, and delivery. Collaboration with engineering, test, and supply chain teams is essential to maintain high integrity in demanding space applications.

Filtronic Sedgefield, United Kingdom

On-site 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

Mechanical Design Engineer

The Mechanical Design Engineer will work on complex aerospace projects, focusing on concept and detail design, supporting analysis, and processing engineering changes. They will collaborate with the design team and production engineering to develop new products and ensure designs are production-ready.

Morson Edge North Coker, Somerset, BA22 9HR, United Kingdom

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

Lead Engineer

The Lead Engineer will lead the development and certification of advanced actuation and control systems for aerospace applications. Responsibilities include managing supplier engineering teams, creating system architectures, and championing process improvements.

Omega Resource Group Deeside, Clwyd, United Kingdom

Stress Engineer

The Stress Engineer will assess the structural integrity of aerospace components, perform stress analysis, and support design and certification processes. They will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance with aerospace standards and contribute to continuous improvement.

Matchtech Hampshire, United Kingdom

AIT Harness Engineer - Contractor

This role involves manufacturing flight harnesses and test cables for spacecraft as part of the AIT (Assembly, Integration, and Test) team. The engineer will implement harness designs to meet electrical, grounding, and environmental standards, support spacecraft integration and testing, and assist with routing and off-site activities. The position requires hands-on build experience, adherence to strict space industry standards, and potential for international travel and cleanroom work.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom

On-site Contract Flexible Clearance Required

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

Mechanical Design Engineer (Space/Satellite)

This role involves owning the end-to-end mechanical design and documentation for space hardware, payloads, and MGSE. Responsibilities include creating precise CAD models, assembly drawings, BOMs, and manufacturing documentation, as well as providing hands-on support for prototyping, assembly, AIT, and mechanical testing.

GlobalTech Recruitment London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Freelance

Software Engineer

This role involves designing and developing safety-critical embedded software for autonomous systems, focusing on runtime assurance, mission safety, and regulatory compliance. You will work with high-integrity languages like SPARK Ada and contribute to the certification of autonomous systems.

Profile 29 Ox281Ae, United Kingdom £45,000 – £65,000 pa

Maintenance Technician

Maintenance TechnicianNewport, South WalesUp to £52,000 per annum (DOE & Shift)Yolk Recruitment is supporting a global technology innovator known for manufacturing one of the world's most extensive ranges of electronic components used in automotive, aerospace, computing, and medical sectors.Their high-tech...

Yolk Recruitment Newport, United Kingdom £36,000 – £51,000 pa

Verification Engineer

This role involves designing, developing, and verifying safety-critical embedded systems for autonomous platforms. You will work on runtime assurance, mission safety, and certification, contributing to the company's mission of trusted and ethical autonomy.