UK Space Jobs

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

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

Project Planner

The role involves creating and maintaining detailed project plans across multiple work packages, ensuring accurate scheduling, dependencies, and progress reporting. You'll collaborate with program managers and financial controllers while supporting risk management and transition to PPM tools. The position requires strong planning skills and experience in new product development environments.

Saab United Kingdom

Head of Software Engineering

Leads the software engineering function within BlueBear, a Saab company, driving strategy, technical excellence, and team development across R&D, product, and customer programmes. Responsible for shaping software architecture, fostering DevOps and CI/CD practices, and ensuring delivery of secure, high-quality systems in defence and autonomy domains. Works cross-functionally with engineering, product, and programme teams to advance organisational capability and innovation.

Saab United Kingdom

TAS-I Cyber Security Authority

This role involves leading and overseeing cybersecurity strategy and compliance across Thales Alenia Space's projects and products, from bid phase through development. The Cyber Security Authority ensures alignment with internal policies, regulatory standards, and customer requirements, while advising on security architecture, risk management, and supply chain resilience. Key responsibilities include validating security roadmaps, leading audits, and embedding secure practices within engineering and product teams across a complex, international matrix organization.

Thales Alenia Space Italy

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

TAS-I Cyber Security Authority

Act as the central cybersecurity authority for Thales Alenia Space's international operations, ensuring cybersecurity compliance across product lifecycles from bid to delivery. You will assess security risks, validate technical roadmaps, lead audits, and ensure alignment with international standards and Thales Group policies. The role involves close collaboration with engineering, procurement, and legal teams to embed security into solutions for government and institutional clients in high-stakes domains like navigation, telecommunications, and Earth observation.

Thales Alenia Space Italy

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Product Assurance Engineer

The role involves leading product assurance activities for space payload systems, ensuring compliance with stringent standards like ECSS, ESA, and NASA. Responsibilities include managing quality across the product lifecycle, leading root cause analyses, supporting design and manufacturing reviews, and overseeing component qualification. The position requires close collaboration with engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams in a high-reliability sector.

Octagon Group Sedgefield, County Durham, United Kingdom

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

Senior RF/Microwave Design Engineer

Design and develop RF/microwave hardware for aerospace and space communication systems from concept through testing and delivery. Perform RF simulations, schematic design, component selection, and troubleshooting across a wide frequency range. Support integration, qualification, and customer-facing technical reviews within a cross-functional engineering team.

Honeywell Aerospace Edinburgh, Alba / Scotland, United Kingdom

ESA/IPC Harness and Spacecraft Inspector

Perform detailed visual and electrical inspections of spacecraft harnesses and mechanical assemblies to ensure compliance with IPC, ECSS, and programme-specific standards. Conduct Key Inspection Points during spacecraft build, verify soldering, crimping, and cable routing, and ensure adherence to cleanroom, ESD, and FOD protocols. Document non-conformances, support corrective actions, and maintain configuration control throughout integration.

IO Fairlands, Surrey, GU3 3JH, United Kingdom

Senior RF Engineer

Design and develop high-performance RF and mmWave subsystems for mission-critical communication networks in telecommunications, aerospace, defence, and space sectors. Perform hands-on design, simulation, testing, and troubleshooting of advanced RF solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Support technology development and contribute to product roadmaps with a focus on engineering excellence and innovation.

Filtronic Cambridge, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

RF Engineer

Design and develop high-performance RF, microwave, and millimetre-wave subsystems for mission-critical communication networks in aerospace, defence, and telecommunications. Perform hands-on simulation, modelling, and testing of RF components and systems, working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver advanced connectivity solutions. Support technology development and contribute to product roadmaps in a rapidly growing, innovation-driven engineering environment.

Filtronic Sedgefield, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Night Shift Quality Control Inspector - Aerospace Manufacturing

Perform first-off, in-process, and final inspections of aerospace components using engineering drawings and precision measuring tools. Ensure compliance with AS9100 standards, document traceability, and support nonconformance resolution in a regulated manufacturing environment. Collaborate with production and engineering teams to maintain quality across night shifts.

Adore Recruitment Romford, London, RM1 3ET, United Kingdom

Senior AIT On-Board Processor Engineer

This role involves leading the assembly, integration, and testing of advanced on-board processor hardware for satellite payloads. The engineer will perform verification testing, develop procedures, and support environmental testing such as thermal vacuum and vibration. Technical leadership and mentorship of junior engineers are also key responsibilities.

IO Didcot, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Payload Systems Project Lead

This role involves leading the design, integration, and testing of advanced RF payload and antenna systems for space-based communications platforms. The candidate will drive systems engineering activities, conduct technical trade studies, and define end-to-end system requirements while working with multidisciplinary teams. The position plays a key role in shaping next-generation satellite communication architectures and influencing technical direction on high-impact space missions.

Platform Recruitment Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required