Latest systems engineer Jobs

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

Field Service Engineer, Medical Diagnostic Systems

Field Service Engineer, Medical Diagnostic SystemsOverall Earnings £60,000+Basic Salary Up To £52,000OvertimeOn Call Allowance 10% BonusCompany Car (Electric Or Hybrid)PensionHealthcareLife InsurancePhone, LaptopHolidays** The role will involve working one weekend in four (during this week you will receive two alternative days...

TRS Consulting Weston-super-Mare, United Kingdom

Field Service Engineer, Medical Diagnostic Systems

Field Service Engineer, Medical Diagnostic SystemsOverall Earnings £60,000+Basic Salary Up To £52,000OvertimeOn Call Allowance 10% BonusCompany Car (Electric Or Hybrid)PensionHealthcareLife InsurancePhone, LaptopHolidays** The role will involve working one weekend in four (during this week you will receive two alternative days...

TRS Consulting Taunton, TA1 1HP, United Kingdom

Propulsion Engineer

This role involves end-to-end engineering of spacecraft propulsion systems, including design, analysis, hardware build, testing, and in-orbit commissioning. The engineer will work across gas, chemical, and electric propulsion technologies, contributing to mission-critical projects from concept through to launch and on-orbit operations. A blend of hands-on technical work and analytical design is required, with close collaboration across teams and customers.

Langham Recruitment Guildford, Surrey, United Kingdom

Software Engineer - Yocto/Linux

Develop and maintain embedded Linux software for satellite systems, focusing on Yocto-based builds and low-level hardware interfacing. Work closely with electrical engineering on board bring-up and fault-tolerant system design for nanosatellites. Implement communication protocols and daemons in C/C++ within a fast-paced space technology environment.

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

GNC Engineer

This role involves designing, developing, and verifying Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) systems for advanced satellite missions, with a focus on algorithm development, hardware integration, and system-level performance. The engineer will work across the full GNC lifecycle, including requirements, architecture, and in-orbit operations support, within a multidisciplinary team. Emphasis is placed on innovation in GNC and computer vision technologies for next-generation spacecraft.

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

Electrical Hardware Engineer

This role involves designing, developing, testing, and delivering electrical hardware for advanced flight simulator systems. You will work closely with software, systems, and project teams to produce integrated solutions, ensuring they meet customer and industry requirements. The position offers opportunities to mentor junior engineers and engage with suppliers.

Holt Engineering Crawley, West Sussex, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Quality Engineer - Aerospace Manufacturing

This role involves ensuring quality standards in an aerospace manufacturing environment by developing and maintaining quality management systems, conducting audits, and supporting regulatory compliance. The engineer will lead quality initiatives using tools like SPC, FMEA, and Six Sigma, investigate quality issues across products and processes, and contribute to design reviews and new product introductions. It offers the chance to work on technically challenging projects within a supportive team focused on continuous improvement and professional growth.

Matchtech Fareham, Hampshire, United Kingdom

Propulsion Engineer

This role involves engineering support across the design, development, manufacturing, and testing of advanced rocket engines and thrusters for space missions. The engineer will perform functional and system analyses, support hot-fire testing of bi-propellant and monopropellant systems, develop technical documentation, and interface with customers and cross-functional teams. Work spans critical projects like RELIANCE and LEROS, with responsibilities extending to supplier management, data analysis, and technical contributions to proposals.

Nexithon Ltd United Kingdom

Design Engineer - Electrical

This role involves providing electrical design and integration support for new systems and equipment on maritime platforms. Responsibilities include creating electrical drawings, liaising with customers and partners, conducting ship surveys, and collaborating with various engineering teams to ensure the successful integration of electrical systems.

Appcastenterprise Portsmouth, United Kingdom £43,500 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Quality Assurance Engineer - Space

This role involves ensuring the quality and reliability of space-grade products across their lifecycle, from design to deployment. The engineer will develop QA processes, lead audits, manage nonconformances, and ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and space industry standards. Work is focused on long-duration satellite systems and robotics operating in extreme environments.

IO Didcot, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom £40,000 – £55,000 pa

Interconnects Design Engineer

Design and develop cable assemblies and harnesses for advanced defence and aerospace systems using Zuken E3. Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to resolve technical issues, support product verification, and improve design processes. Focus on creating electrical schematics and ensuring robust interconnect solutions throughout the product lifecycle.

Carbon 60 Stevenage, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom £48 – £50 ph

Lead Electronics Engineer

Lead the development of advanced electronics for FPGA and ASIC-based space systems, spanning the full hardware lifecycle from design to space qualification. Provide technical leadership across multidisciplinary teams and oversee integration, testing, and manufacturing with internal and external partners.

Platform Recruitment Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom £90,000 – £100,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Lead Electronics Engineer

This role involves leading the end-to-end development of high-reliability electronics for space and defence applications, with a focus on FPGA and ASIC-based systems. The Lead Electronics Engineer will design high-speed digital circuits, oversee complex HDI PCB development, and guide multidisciplinary teams through integration and space qualification. It is a senior technical leadership position requiring deep expertise in safety-critical hardware design and advanced manufacturing processes.

Platform Recruitment Manchester, United Kingdom £90,000 – £110,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required