UK Space Jobs

Quality Control Technician

As a Quality Control Technician, you will help ensure the quality and reliability of spacecraft components throughout the manufacturing lifecycle. This includes incoming inspection of supplier materials, in-process manufacturing support, supplier Engineering Query (EQ) resolution, and final outgoing inspection prior...

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

Mathematical Software Engineer

The RolePlanning and scheduling tasks across our complex nanosatellite constellation and ground station network is critical to Spire’s business success. These tasks include radio communication between space and ground as well as orbital maneuvers to hold positional goals, including converging...

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

AIT) Electrical Test Operations Engineer

The AIT Electrical Test Operations Engineer is responsible for the electrical testing and validation of spacecraft, operating in a high-tech cleanroom environment. Key responsibilities include executing test procedures, operating checkout systems, and supporting integration activities for mission-critical systems.

Belcan Oxfordshire, United Kingdom £37 ph

On-site Contract Shift-work Clearance Required

Research Fellow in Sensing and AI

Develop and apply deep learning models for land cover classification and change detection using multi-source aerial and satellite imagery. Work within an interdisciplinary team at the Landscape Observatory, leveraging HPC and GPU infrastructure to advance AI-powered remote sensing for environmental monitoring. Contribute to high-impact research, publish in top journals, and present at international conferences.

Cranfield University Bedfordshire, Cranfield, South East England, United Kingdom £38 – £46 pa

Remote Contract

Aerospace Assembly Fitter

This role involves assembling and fitting precision aerospace components according to engineering drawings and specifications. Responsibilities include using hand tools, measuring equipment, and maintaining quality standards in a regulated manufacturing environment.

THOMAS Professional Warmley, Gloucestershire, BS15 4PP, United Kingdom £36,000 – £40,000 pa

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

Accounts Assistant

This role involves managing the Accounts Payable function, including processing supplier invoices, reconciliations, and staff expenses. You will work in a fast-paced environment, ensuring financial accuracy and supporting month-end close activities.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom

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Research Fellow in Magnetic Reconnection for Space Propulsion

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.

University of Southampton Southampton, South East England, United Kingdom £36 – £44 pa

Contract

Mechanical Fitter

This role involves mechanical assembly, fitting, and testing of safety-critical aerospace systems, including Life Support and Environmental Control equipment, in compliance with engineering drawings and regulatory standards. The Fitter/Tester will perform pressure testing, quality checks, and work within a Lean manufacturing environment. Collaboration with engineers and adherence to strict safety and quality protocols are key aspects of the role.

Holt Engineering Yeovil, Somerset, United Kingdom £20 ph

Wire Person/Fitter

Assemble, wire, and test safety-critical aerospace systems including Environmental Control and Life Support Systems according to engineering specifications. Perform mechanical fitting, precision soldering to J-standard, IPC-compliant crimping, and pressure testing while adhering to strict quality and safety protocols. Work within a Lean manufacturing environment, collaborating with engineers and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Holt Engineering Yeovil, Somerset, United Kingdom £20 ph

Senior Satellite Systems Engineer

This role involves leading the technical delivery of satellite and terrestrial communication projects, focusing on end-to-end system design and integration. The engineer will develop practical solutions using 5G, 6G, satellite, and IoT technologies, working closely with external partners and research organisations. Responsibilities include hands-on system integration, hardware setup, coding, and solving complex engineering challenges in emerging telecoms domains.

Expert Employment Westcott, Buckinghamshire, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom £65,000 – £70,000 pa

Satellite Systems Engineer

This role involves designing and integrating terrestrial and satellite communication systems, with a focus on next-generation 5G and 6G technologies. The engineer will work on end-to-end system integration, connect telecoms components with embedded hardware, and collaborate with external research and industry partners. The position is technically hands-on, requiring strong systems engineering and problem-solving skills in a cutting-edge telecoms environment.

Expert Employment Westcott, Buckinghamshire, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom £60,000 – £65,000 pa

Research Associate in Atmospheric Dynamics

Investigate atmospheric gravity waves using satellite and ground-based observations, high-resolution simulations, and machine learning techniques. Contribute to developing and evaluating a new wave parameterisation in WACCM while collaborating internationally. Focus on producing consistent global measurements of wave activity to improve weather and climate models.

University of Bath Bath, South West England, United Kingdom £38 – £46 pa

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Database Manager - DBA

Manage and maintain Oracle databases within a mission-critical environment, performing routine maintenance, change control, backups, and system recovery. Support software and database configuration in alignment with change management processes, with a focus on high-availability systems. Role requires on-site presence and SC security clearance.

CBSbutler Holdings Limited trading as CBSbutler Chippenham, Wiltshire, United Kingdom £35 – £42 ph

Professor in Aerospace and Future Flight

This role involves leading high-impact research and shaping the academic direction of aerospace and future flight technologies at a UK university. The professor will drive innovation in one or more of three key areas: integrated aerospace systems, sustainable propulsion and manufacturing, or intelligent and hypersonic flight systems. Responsibilities include securing research funding, developing industry partnerships, mentoring researchers, and contributing to undergraduate and postgraduate aerospace engineering programmes with a research-informed curriculum.

Aston University Birmingham, Midlands Of England, United Kingdom £67 – £104 pa

Permanent