Discover the latest MATLAB jobs within the UK Space industry

Propulsion Systems Engineer

This role involves leading propulsion subsystem engineering activities across satellite programmes, from concept through to delivery, with responsibilities spanning technical leadership, requirements definition, design justification, and integration and test planning. The engineer will manage work packages, support major design reviews, develop analysis tools in EcosimPro, MATLAB, and Python, and resolve technical anomalies during AIT. Collaboration with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders is central to ensuring propulsion system performance and mission success.

Morson Edge Rowstock, Oxfordshire, OX11 0LX, United Kingdom £54 ph

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Spacecraft Systems Engineer

This role involves end-to-end systems engineering for spacecraft missions, from concept through design, integration, and in-orbit operations. The engineer will lead technical trade-offs, manage system budgets (mass, power, data), and ensure requirements traceability across subsystems. It requires strong cross-disciplinary coordination, support for testing and verification, and active involvement in mission-critical reviews and on-orbit commissioning.

Holt Executive Oxfordshire, United Kingdom £40,000 – £70,000 pa

GNC Systems Engineer

An innovative space organisation is seeking a GNC Systems Engineer to contribute to the design, development and verification of Guidance, Navigation and Control systems for complex satellite missions.This is an exciting opportunity to work on advanced GNC and computer vision...

Holt Executive Oxfordshire, United Kingdom £40,000 – £70,000 pa

Propulsion Engineer

This role involves end-to-end engineering of spacecraft propulsion systems, including design, analysis, hardware build, and testing for gas, chemical, and electric systems. The engineer will support missions from project scoping through to in-orbit commissioning, working across simulation, documentation, and hands-on assembly. A rare blend of analytical and practical engineering is required within a multidisciplinary team environment.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom

RF Subsystem Engineer

The RF Subsystem Engineer will join a team responsible for designing, developing, and testing communication subsystems and passive RF equipment. Key responsibilities include architectural design, performance analysis, documentation, and project follow-up with multidisciplinary teams and subcontractors.

Thales Alenia Space Spain

Mission Concept Engineer

The role involves defining and developing advanced space mission concepts by translating customer needs into technically sound and commercially viable solutions. You will lead mission proposals, conduct technical analyses such as orbital and power budgeting, and collaborate with engineering and project teams to build end-to-end mission architectures. The position requires strong analytical and systems engineering skills, with a focus on innovation in satellite missions for commercial and institutional clients.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

Systems Engineer - Radar

IntroductionSaab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence...

Saab Fareham, 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

Senior Systems Engineer