This role involves leading research on host galaxies of transients, deriving properties from LSST+TiDES data, and studying transient correlations with their environments. The position is part of a larger collaboration to address key questions in astrophysics, including the origins of star explosions and the nature of Dark Energy.
This role involves leading research in transient astrophysics, specifically focusing on SNe Ia cosmology groundwork or rare transient follow-up and characterization. The researcher will work with large datasets from the Vera Rubin/LSST and 4MOST TiDES surveys to improve supernova standardization and study rare transients.
The role involves conducting experimental research on magnetic reconnection for space propulsion, collaborating with the University of Oxford. You will design and test plasma devices in world-class vacuum facilities, contributing to a three-year project funded by the Leverhulme Trust.
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.
The role involves developing and maintaining spacecraft electrical systems and avionics architectures, managing electrical interfaces, and supporting integration and testing activities. The engineer will work closely with various teams and contribute to the technical development of a long-term space programme.
Design and develop space-borne optical systems from concept through manufacturing, integration, and verification. Lead optical metrology and environmental testing programmes, support payload alignment, and manage technical documentation for spacecraft optical payloads. Work within a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-performance imaging systems for space applications.
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.
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...
This role involves ensuring the quality of materials and processes used in space hardware manufacturing, with a focus on Surface Mounted Technologies (SMT) and printed circuit boards (PCB). The candidate will manage control plans, validate qualification reports, and support non-conformance investigations across internal and procured components. Work includes compliance with ECSS and IPC standards within a regulated aerospace environment.
Design and develop RF payload systems for satellite missions, including communications, radar, and SIGINT. Lead system-level design, hardware specification, and signal processing solutions, working with cross-functional teams and subcontractors. Manage payload integration, test, and in-orbit commissioning within project timelines and budgets.
This role offers a 12-month full-time paid internship within Thales Alenia Space’s Young Talent Program, providing hands-on experience on real space industry projects across technical and operational domains. Participants will work in a multicultural environment with mentorship, formal training, and exposure to international missions, including exploration projects like Mars science missions. The program supports professional growth through structured on-the-job learning, networking, and potential postgraduate education access.
This role involves hands-on design, development, and testing of complex engineering hardware for space systems. Responsibilities include creating test methods, instrumentation, and data acquisition, as well as hardware assembly, integration, and analysis of test results. The position offers a broad engineering experience across multiple stages of the development lifecycle.
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.
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...
This role involves developing and analysing sophisticated guidance, control, and navigation algorithms, contributing to the design and verification of real-time systems, and collaborating across departments on complex aerospace projects. The position requires extensive experience in aerospace guidance, control, and navigation, with a focus on hands-on technical engineering and strategic influence.
