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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 Clearance Required

Satellite Communications Telecommunications Systems Engineer

This role involves developing and deploying satellite and terrestrial communication systems for next-generation 6G connectivity, with a focus on Non-Terrestrial Networks. The engineer will lead technical delivery, contribute to system architecture, and collaborate with research institutions and commercial stakeholders on innovation projects. Key activities include end-to-end network design, field deployment, and integration of satellite communications with 5G/6G and IoT technologies.

Expert Employment Didcot, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom £38,000 – £75,000 pa

Satellite Communications Payload Systems Engineer

This role involves working on radio frequency and optical communications spacecraft equipment, including deep technical design of space antennas, transponders, high power amplifiers, and receivers. You will also engage in collaborative projects, bid writing, and technical consultancy.

Expert Employment Didcot, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom £38,000 – £68,000 pa

Pre-Sales Support - satellite comms

This role involves providing pre-sales technical support in satellite communications and broadcast, working closely with key account managers, sales, projects, and engineering teams. Responsibilities include customer visits, technical coordination, product training, and market analysis, with potential to manage key customer accounts.

Enmase Group Basingstoke, Hampshire, United Kingdom

Product Assurance Engineer

The Product Assurance Engineer will lead product assurance and quality activities for complex space payload hardware, ensuring compliance with customer, regulatory, and industry standards. Responsibilities include managing quality plans, component qualification, and continuous improvement initiatives, working closely with engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams.

Copello Stockton-on-Tees, United Kingdom £55,000 – £60,000 pa

Product Assurance Payload Lead

The Product Assurance Payload Lead will ensure the quality, reliability, and compliance of space payload products throughout their lifecycle. Responsibilities include leading product assurance activities, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and working closely with engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams.

Filtronic Stockton-on-Tees, County Durham, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

SoC/ASIC Architect

The SoC/ASIC Architect role involves defining and delivering complex System-on-Chips (SoCs) for AST SpaceMobile's satellite communications platforms. You will work cross-functionally with hardware, software, and systems teams to ensure high-performance silicon solutions, translating system requirements into architectural specifications and guiding technical decisions from concept to implementation.

AST SpaceMobile Edinburgh, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Systems Engineering Consultant

The role involves leading major consulting projects in systems engineering, providing technical expertise and strategic advice, and contributing to business development. Responsibilities include mentoring junior consultants, developing technical solutions, and engaging with clients in defence, telecommunications, and other high-integrity sectors.

Gregory Martin International Chippenham, Wiltshire, United Kingdom £60,000 – £80,000 pa

Principal Consultant Systems Engineering

The Principal Consultant - Systems Engineering role involves leading major consulting projects, ensuring technical excellence and client satisfaction. Responsibilities include providing strategic advice on systems engineering approaches, developing architectures and technical roadmaps, and mentoring junior consultants. The role also involves business development, identifying opportunities, and contributing to bids.

Gregory Martin International Chippenham, Wiltshire, United Kingdom £60,000 – £80,000 pa

STAGE - Ingénieur traitement numérique du signal - Communications optiques par satellite - F/H

This internship involves developing a real-time DSP chain for high-speed optical satellite communications, implementing algorithms on FPGA/SoC Xilinx Versal, and optimizing signal processing techniques. The role focuses on digital signal processing, modulation, and hardware-software co-design.

Thales Alenia Space Toulouse, Haute-Garonne, France

On-site Internship

Communications Test Engineer I

This role involves owning the integration and verification of space-communication systems, including developing and managing test setups and software for modem and link verification. You will work closely with the DSP, HW, and SW teams to improve system performance, focusing on both digital and RF hardware.

CesiumAstro Milton Keynes, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

RF Payload Engineer

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.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, Surrey, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Project Manager

This role involves managing space projects from concept to launch, leading a team through all stages of mission development, and ensuring compliance with SSTL's procedures. You'll handle project planning, risk management, financial performance, and stakeholder engagement.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, Surrey, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom

Machine Learning Engineer - Spacetime UK

The Machine Learning Engineer role involves developing and deploying machine learning models to enhance Aalyria's temporospatial software-defined networking platforms. You will work on cutting-edge technologies in satellite and airborne mesh networks, contributing to the company's mission of revolutionizing planetary and cislunar communications.

Aalyria London, Greater London, United Kingdom

Hybrid

Mission Engineer - Spacetime UK

The Mission Engineer role involves working on advanced laser communications and software-defined networking platforms for aerospace applications. Responsibilities include developing and managing satellite and airborne mesh networks, as well as cislunar and deep-space communications systems.

Aalyria London, Greater London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

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