Latest Mission Operations Engineer Jobs

Mission Operations Engineer

This role involves contributing to the full lifecycle of space system development, from concept design and requirements definition to integration, verification, and mission operations. You will work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams, support spacecraft commissioning, and conduct mission needs analysis and system architecture development.

JAM Recruitment Alton, Hampshire, United Kingdom £60 – £65 ph

Hybrid Contract Part-time Clearance Required

Operations Engineer (AIT Production)

This role involves developing and optimizing satellite manufacturing processes within a high-tech production environment. The engineer will apply Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to improve efficiency, quality, and scalability in satellite assembly and testing. Responsibilities include data analysis, SOP development, cross-functional collaboration, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards during production.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Systems Engineering Team Lead

Leads a team of systems engineers while actively contributing to the design and development of complex spacecraft systems across the full lifecycle, from mission concept to integration and verification. Focuses on technical trade-offs, requirements management, and cross-disciplinary coordination within a high-tech space organisation. Offers leadership responsibility alongside hands-on engineering in a collaborative, international environment.

Holt Executive Oxfordshire, United Kingdom £65,000 – £98,000 pa

FPGA Engineer

Design and lead FPGA architecture for spacecraft systems, translating mission requirements into high-reliability digital designs. Develop scalable IP, drive verification strategies, and integrate with onboard software and electronics. Work across the full lifecycle from concept to in-orbit validation in a collaborative, innovation-driven environment.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

Senior Command & Data Handling Engineer

Lead the design and development of spacecraft command and data handling subsystems across the full mission lifecycle, from concept to in-orbit operations. Work within a multidisciplinary team to define avionics architecture, develop onboard data systems, and lead verification testing. Involves close collaboration with flight software and systems engineering teams to ensure robust, fault-tolerant spacecraft platforms.

Holt Executive Oxfordshire, United Kingdom £60,000 – £90,000 pa

Launch Services Contracts Manager

This role involves end-to-end ownership of Spire’s launch services procurement, including sourcing, contracting, and managing relationships with satellite launch providers. The candidate will develop commercial frameworks, negotiate long-term agreements, and ensure reliable, cost-effective access to launch capacity across dedicated and rideshare options. They will work closely with technical and programme teams to align contracts with mission requirements, while driving supplier performance and compliance in a highly regulated environment.

Spire Glasgow, Alba / Scotland, G2 1AL, United Kingdom

Software and Satellite Operations Quality Assurance Engineer

This role involves ensuring software quality across the full development lifecycle for satellite systems while also providing mission assurance during satellite operations, including anomaly response and commissioning. The engineer will lead root cause analyses, manage non-conformances, and improve processes using standards like ISO 29110 and ECSS. A key focus is bridging software QA with automated satellite operations, supporting AI/ML-driven fleet management and enhancing fault detection and recovery systems.

Spire Glasgow, Alba / Scotland, G2 1AL, United Kingdom

GALILEO Engineering Work Package Manager : Mise en Opérations H/F

Manage the migration and operational deployment of critical updates to the Galileo Mission Segment and Security Facility systems across operational sites in Europe. Lead technical teams, coordinate change requests, testing, and stakeholder communication, ensuring compliance with schedules, security standards, and contractual milestones. Work closely with institutional clients and suppliers in a highly regulated, multi-site environment.

Thales Alenia Space France

Flight Test Engineer

Flight Test Engineer – UAS & DefenceBristol or West Wales | Hybrid | Permanent, Full-Time- £40,000-£60,000Take Flight Testing Beyond the Test ProgrammeAre you an experienced Flight Test Engineer looking for the opportunity to work with advanced uncrewed aircraft, real operational...

Copello Aberporth, Dyfed, United Kingdom £40,000 – £60,000 pa

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

Verification Engineer

Verification EngineerSalary to £60k + benefitsHybrid role - 3 days a week (Tues, Wed, Thurs) on-site in Witney, Oxfordshire,CompanyPioneering safeguards for embodied-AI, this company is building the trust layer for autonomy and physical AI. They aim to be the global...

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

Senior Mechanical Integrator

This role involves designing and integrating sophisticated sensors and mission systems onto high-performance uncrewed aircraft. Responsibilities include creating detailed 3D CAD models, performing FEA and thermal assessments, and troubleshooting fitment and structural issues during integration and flight trials.

Copello Aberporth, Dyfed, United Kingdom £50,000 – £60,000 pa

Senior Project Manager

Lead the end-to-end delivery of satellite constellation missions from contract award through development, launch, and in-orbit commissioning. Provide strategic leadership across engineering, operations, and commercial functions while managing technical, financial, and contractual performance. Serve as the primary customer interface and drive cross-functional teams to deliver complex space systems on time and within budget.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Ground-to-space Digital telecoms System SEM/Architect

This role involves end-to-end telecommunication system engineering with a focus on ground segment tools and performance optimization for space missions. The engineer will define software requirements, conduct system performance analyses (e.g. link budget, mission planning, signal integrity), and support integration and verification across the project lifecycle. Work includes secure telemetry, tracking and control (TTC) systems and collaboration on payload and ground tool development within an international institutional context.

Thales Alenia Space Italy

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Global Defence Product Sales Responsible

This role involves driving business growth in the defence sector by identifying and capturing opportunities with government, military, and prime contractor customers. The candidate will develop capture strategies, lead cross-functional teams, and translate complex engineering solutions into customer value, ensuring compliance and competitiveness. It requires strong knowledge of defence procurement and customer relationship management within a regulated, security-conscious environment.

Saab United Kingdom