UK Space Jobs

Project Finance Analyst

Job Description:SECURITY CLEARANCE:Must have or be able to obtain UK Eyes Only SC Security Clearance via the UK Intelligence Community (UKIC) process.LOCATION:Stevenage or Portsmouth (with some hybrid working available subject to our Hybrid Working Policy)TYPE:Full timeWHAT'S IN IT FOR YOUFinancial...

Airbus Defence and Space Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Project Finance Analyst

Job Description:SECURITY CLEARANCE:Must have or be able to obtain UK Eyes Only SC Security Clearance via the UK Intelligence Community (UKIC) process.LOCATION:Stevenage or Portsmouth (with some hybrid working available subject to our Hybrid Working Policy)TYPE:Full timeWHAT'S IN IT FOR YOUFinancial...

Airbus Defence and Space Stevenage, United Kingdom

Ocean/Road Freight Coordinator

Job title: Ocean/Road Export CoordinatorLocation: Rotherham, S62Salary: Up to £33,000 DOEHours: Monday to Friday 09:00 - 17:30Ocean/Road Export Coordinator OverviewMy client is seeking an experienced Ocean & Road Export Coordinator to join their growing operations team in Rotherham. This is...

WR Logistics Wentworth, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom £29,000 – £33,000 pa

Avionics Systems Engineer

Our client, a prominent organisation within the Defence and Security sector, is actively seeking a Avionics Systems Engineer to join their innovative team at RAF Coningsby. This permanent role offers the chance to work with cutting-edge defence technologies, contributing to...

Matchtech Lincolnshire, United Kingdom £42,000 – £55,000 pa

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

Avionics System Safety Engineer

This role involves performing safety assessments and certification for avionics systems in next-generation aircraft development. You'll conduct hazard analyses, develop safety requirements, and ensure compliance with standards like ARP4761 and DO-178C across the product lifecycle. Working within a multidisciplinary team in Nagoya, you'll support verification, validation, and design reviews for innovative aviation technologies.

Electus Recruitment Japan £42,000 – £64,000 pa

On-site Permanent

EMC Engineer

This role involves ensuring the electromagnetic compatibility and environmental effects safety of rotary-wing aircraft systems throughout the full lifecycle, from design to certification. The engineer will conduct EMC testing, produce compliance evidence, and resolve EM-related issues across helicopters, tiltrotors, and unmanned systems. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential to meet rigorous aerospace standards.

Morson Edge Nash, Somerset, Somerset, United Kingdom £55 – £65 ph

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Senior Mission Operations Preparation Engineer

This role involves preparing spacecraft missions for operational success by developing procedures, tools, and strategies across the mission lifecycle. The engineer will work closely with systems, software, and flight operations teams to ensure spacecraft designs are operable and validated through testing and simulation. It's a collaborative position focused on mission readiness, operational problem-solving, and supporting live operations in a cutting-edge space technology environment.

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

Hybrid Permanent

Commercial Bid Officer - Rockets

This role involves leading the creation, submission, and management of commercial bids for rocket systems targeting the MOD and other defence clients. The individual will handle complex proposals covering R&D, proof of concept, and hardware supply, ensuring compliance with legal, export, and contractual requirements. The position plays a key part in securing high-value contracts that contribute significantly to company revenue.

ATP Technical Limited Kidderminster, Worcestershire, United Kingdom £50,000 – £55,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Systems Engineering Lead

This role involves leading system-level architecture and integration for defence vehicle platforms, focusing on chassis, steering, suspension, and mobility performance. The engineer will manage requirements capture, subsystem integration, and vehicle-level verification across the development lifecycle. Key responsibilities include cross-functional coordination, trade-off analysis, and ensuring compliance with defence standards through rigorous testing and hazard analysis.

Matchtech Warwickshire, United Kingdom £45 – £55 ph

Hybrid Contract Clearance Required

Avionics Team Leader

Lead the design and integration of advanced flight deck systems for next-generation civil aerospace platforms, managing technical teams and global suppliers through full lifecycle development and certification. Drive system architecture, wiring, and installation design while ensuring compliance with aviation safety standards. Support avionics and lighting certification planning and conduct detailed data analysis to resolve requirement gaps.

Electus Recruitment Nagoya, Japan £60,000 – £65,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Senior Project Manager

This role involves leading end-to-end satellite constellation missions from contract award through development, launch, and operational acceptance. The Senior Project Manager will drive cross-functional teams, manage technical and financial performance, and serve as the primary customer interface, ensuring delivery within schedule, budget, and technical requirements. Success requires strong leadership in a matrix environment and deep familiarity with space systems project lifecycles.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Project Controller

This role involves managing the financial control of projects and bids, acting as the finance lead during bidding processes, validating costings, and ensuring compliance with financial criteria. The Project Controller works closely with project managers to monitor financial performance, forecast cash flow, and present financial status in management reviews, while ensuring strong risk and data quality management across engineering projects.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Principal Certification Engineer - Airborne Software and Hardware

This role involves leading the certification strategy for airborne software and hardware on a next-generation eVTOL aircraft, ensuring compliance with DO-178C and DO-254 standards across GCAA, EASA, and FAA regulations. You will develop certification plans, produce evidence, lead audits, and establish development assurance processes for safety-critical systems including fly-by-wire controls, electric propulsion, and battery management. The position offers the opportunity to shape engineering practices and grow into a leadership role within a pioneering electric aviation programme.

Rebel Recruitment Dubai, United Arab Emirates £10,000 pm

On-site Permanent

Senior Avionic Systems Engineer

This role involves leading avionics systems engineering activities across the full lifecycle, from requirements definition to verification, for advanced airborne systems. The engineer will integrate complex avionics subsystems, ensure compliance with aerospace safety and certification standards, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. It is a hands-on technical leadership position with a focus on navigation systems and system-of-systems integration within a defence or aerospace context.

Morson Edge Semley, Wiltshire, SP7 9AU, United Kingdom £60 – £70 ph

On-site Contract Clearance Required