UK Space Jobs

Latest UK roles, updated daily.

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Software Engineer

The Software Engineer will work on the complete development lifecycle of flight safety and navigation systems, from concept and algorithm design to system integration and testing. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-performance solutions, maintain high-quality code, and produce comprehensive documentation.

Flarebright Bicester, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom £39,000 – £49,000 pa
On-site Permanent
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Research Fellow in Transient Astrophysics

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.

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

As a Quality Control Technician, you will perform visual and dimensional inspections of spacecraft components, support in-process and final inspections, resolve supplier engineering queries, and maintain inspection equipment. You will work closely with Quality, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams to ensure compliance with aerospace standards and maintain accurate records.

Spire Glasgow, Alba / Scotland, G2 1AL, United Kingdom
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Mathematical Software Engineer

This role involves developing and enhancing the ground-based systems responsible for planning and scheduling tasks across Spire's nanosatellite constellation and ground station network. Responsibilities include designing new scheduling features, building observability dashboards, and supporting live operations of constellation scheduling software.

Spire Glasgow, Alba / Scotland, G2 1AL, 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
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Quality Engineer

The Quality Engineer will lead quality investigations, support AS9100 compliance, conduct audits, and collaborate with production and engineering teams to drive continuous improvement in a highly regulated aerospace manufacturing environment. The role involves working closely with customers and suppliers to resolve quality-related challenges and reduce defects.

Adecco Cheltenham, United Kingdom £40,000 – £45,000 pa

Senior Electronics Systems Engineer

The role involves designing and developing advanced analogue and digital electronic systems for telecommunications, space, defence, and high-altitude platforms. Responsibilities include circuit design, signal conditioning, system architecture, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to ensure reliable and manufacturable products.

Filtronic Cambridge, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

As a Senior Embedded Software Engineer, you will design, develop, and integrate embedded software and firmware for advanced RF and communications products. Your responsibilities will include working with Zephyr, embedded Linux, Yocto, bare-metal environments, and secure communications, as well as collaborating with RF, FPGA, and hardware engineers.

Filtronic Cambridge, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent

Logistics Co-Ordinator (Regulated / Aerospace)

This role involves coordinating the day-to-day movement of parts and materials, ensuring accurate stock management, and handling UK and international shipments. You will work in a close-knit team, maintaining compliance and traceability standards, and liaising with internal and external logistics partners.

Rise Technical Recruitment Warminster, Wiltshire, United Kingdom £30,000 – £35,000 pa
On-site Permanent

Wiring & Assembly Technician

This role involves assembling and wiring electronic and avionic equipment, performing precision soldering, and maintaining high standards of quality and accuracy. You will work in a structured manufacturing environment, following detailed procedures and recording activities accurately.

Team Jobs - Strategic Accounts Basingstoke, Hampshire, United Kingdom £17 ph

FPGA Engineer

This role involves leading FPGA and system-on-chip design for advanced gimbal payload systems, including video capture and processing, real-time interfaces, and mission computing. You will work closely with software, control, and mechanical engineering teams to develop in-house electronic solutions from prototype to production.

Copello Bristol, Bristol (county), United Kingdom £80,000 – £900,000 pa

Systems Engineer

The Systems Engineer will work on the design, integration, and testing of advanced sensor and communication payloads for satellite systems. Responsibilities include capturing engineering requirements, developing system architectures, managing system budgets, and overseeing integration and test campaigns.

Platform Recruitment Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom £65,000 – £75,000 pa
On-site Permanent

Production Operative - Aerospace Manufacturing

This role involves packing and palletising safety-critical aerospace products, following engineering instructions and quality procedures. The position includes structured training and a shift to a 4 on / 4 off pattern after six months, with a focus on product quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

Syntech Recruitment Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom £28,500 – £34,500 pa

Quality Inspector (Aerospace)

This role involves inspecting precision-engineered parts using tools like vernier callipers, CMMs, and micrometres to ensure they meet quality specifications. The position offers a 4-day work week, enhanced holidays, and opportunities for training and progression to a Quality Engineer level.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom £35,000 – £40,000 pa

Research Associate in Planetary Atmospheric Science

This role involves analyzing infrared observations from the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) to study the atmospheres of the four giant planets. You will work with a team led by Professor Leigh Fletcher, using advanced data processing tools and spectral modeling to derive climatological parameters and address key research questions.

University Of Leicester Leicester, Midlands Of England, United Kingdom £40 – £46 pa
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