Latest Satellite Operations Jobs

Senior Mission Manager

As a Senior Mission Manager, you will lead the full lifecycle of complex space missions, from initial requirements to launch and in-orbit operations. You will coordinate multidisciplinary teams, manage customer relationships, and ensure compliance with technical and regulatory standards, while driving continuous improvement and mentoring other mission managers.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Propulsion Systems Engineer

This role involves designing, integrating, and delivering propulsion systems for spacecraft, working closely with systems, AOCS, thermal, mechanical, and mission teams. Responsibilities include propulsion architecture definition, performance analysis, trade-off studies, and supporting environmental and functional testing of propulsion hardware.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Buyer - Contractor

This role involves managing the procurement of electronic and electro-mechanical components for spacecraft systems, interpreting MRP data, placing purchase orders, and ensuring timely delivery. The Buyer will negotiate with suppliers, manage compliance, and work closely with stakeholders across a high-integrity engineering environment. It requires strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and experience in procurement within complex, low-volume manufacturing settings.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom

Hybrid Contract

Flight Assembly Technician

The role involves working in a cleanroom environment to build and test satellite components, including boards, modules, harnesses, and solar panels, following ESA standards and build instructions. The technician will also support other tasks as needed, requiring a high level of electro-mechanical skills and attention to detail.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Supplier Quality Assurance (SQA) Manager

As the Supplier Quality Assurance (SQA) Manager, you will lead the quality assurance approach across the supply chain, ensuring suppliers meet high standards and continuously improve. You will define and implement supplier qualification, audit, and performance metrics, manage non-conformances, and support new product introductions. This role involves close collaboration with Supply Chain and Engineering teams to maintain robust quality documentation and support customer audits.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Mechanical Engineer (Mechanisms Specialist)

This role involves designing and developing precision motorized mechanisms for a new generation of satellites. You will lead a small team, manage the design process from concept to manufacture, and participate in assembly and testing at the Harwell campus facilities. The role requires expertise in CAD, GD&T, and technical documentation, with a mix of desk-based and hands-on work in cleanrooms and labs.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent