Latest Satellite Engineer Jobs

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Product Marketing Manager

This role focuses on developing and executing product marketing strategy for SatVu’s high-fidelity thermal satellite imagery and Earth Observation services. The Product Marketing Manager will translate complex technical capabilities into clear, customer-facing messaging, create sales enablement materials, and support go-to-market initiatives across key verticals such as National Security, Economic Monitoring, and Climate Resilience. The position works closely with product, engineering, and sales teams to drive product positioning and competitive differentiation.

SatelliteVu London, United Kingdom, ENG, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Mechanical Design Engineer

Design and develop satellite mechanical systems including structures, mechanisms, and thermal hardware across the full product lifecycle from concept to in-orbit operation. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate mechanical solutions into advanced spacecraft, using CAD, FEA, and GD&T to deliver manufacturing-ready designs. Support prototyping, testing, and design iteration in partnership with suppliers and internal engineering groups.

Owen Daniels Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdom £50 – £60 ph

Engineering Manager (Satellites/ Communications)

Engineering Manager (Satellites/ Communications)£70,000 - £80,000 + Career Development + Progression + Holiday + Pension + Company Share Scheme + Healthcare + Life Insurance + Enhanced BenefitsSite based, Commutable from Hereford, Ross-on-Wye, Abergavenny, Ledbury, Coleford, Leominster and surrounding areasAre you...

Rise Technical Recruitment Hereford, Herefordshire, United Kingdom £70,000 – £80,000 pa

Satellite Operations Engineer

This role involves direct operations of live Earth Observation satellites, covering commissioning, in-orbit testing, health monitoring, and anomaly resolution. The engineer will develop operational procedures, support mission readiness, and collaborate with engineering teams to enhance automation and mission performance. Work includes on-call duties and close coordination with ground segment teams to ensure mission success.

GCS United Kingdom £55,000 – £60,000 pa

Electronics Engineer – Satellite Manufacturing (AIT Production)

This role involves hands-on integration, testing, and validation of electronic assemblies for satellites, including troubleshooting PCBs and supporting production. The engineer will develop test procedures, ensure compliance with aerospace standards, and collaborate across engineering and manufacturing teams to deliver reliable, space-ready hardware.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Spacecraft Systems Engineer

This role involves end-to-end systems engineering for spacecraft missions, from concept through design, integration, and in-orbit operations. The engineer will lead technical trade-offs, manage system budgets (mass, power, data), and ensure requirements traceability across subsystems. It requires strong cross-disciplinary coordination, support for testing and verification, and active involvement in mission-critical reviews and on-orbit commissioning.

Holt Executive Oxfordshire, United Kingdom £40,000 – £70,000 pa

Satellite Payload Processing Engineer

Design and build end-to-end processing pipelines to transform raw satellite data into calibrated, orthorectified, and analysis-ready Earth Observation (EO) products. Collaborate with mission engineers, sales, and customers to define product specifications and ensure data usability across multiple payloads. Integrate workflows into scalable, automated systems while supporting payload calibration, validation, and multi-sensor operations.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Software and Satellite Operations Quality Assurance Engineer

This role involves ensuring software quality across the full development lifecycle for satellite systems while also providing mission assurance during satellite operations, including anomaly response and commissioning. The engineer will lead root cause analyses, manage non-conformances, and improve processes using standards like ISO 29110 and ECSS. A key focus is bridging software QA with automated satellite operations, supporting AI/ML-driven fleet management and enhancing fault detection and recovery systems.

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

Senior Sales Engineer

This role involves serving as the senior technical liaison between Spire’s sales and engineering teams, focusing on designing and presenting space-driven solutions for commercial and government customers. The Senior Sales Engineer will lead technical sales discussions, develop proposals, and ensure customer mission requirements are met using Spire’s satellite platforms and infrastructure. The position requires deep expertise in satellite systems, mission design, and customer-facing technical communication.

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

On-site Permanent

Optical AIV Engineer

This role involves hands-on assembly, integration, and verification of optical payloads for spacecraft in a cleanroom environment. The engineer will perform precision alignment, bonding, and testing of optical components, troubleshoot build issues, and maintain detailed records of all activities. Collaboration with opto-mechanical teams and adherence to strict cleanliness and safety standards are key aspects of the position.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Product Test Engineer

This role involves hands-on electrical and RF testing of satellite avionics hardware, including developing and executing test plans for digital, analogue, and mixed-signal systems. The engineer will debug circuit-level issues, maintain test rigs, and contribute to process improvements and test automation. Close collaboration with design and production teams ensures robust, high-reliability testing aligned with space industry standards.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

RF Payload Engineer

This role involves designing, implementing, and verifying RF payload solutions for spacecraft missions. Key responsibilities include system-level design, performance analysis, hardware specification, and payload verification through environmental testing and in-orbit commissioning. The position requires collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and external subcontractors.

Langham Recruitment Guildford, Surrey, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Senior FPGA Engineer

This role involves leading the On-Board Data Handling (OBDH) subsystem in space satellite projects, from concept to launch. Responsibilities include managing system requirements, delivering technical solutions, interfacing with other technical leads, and designing and verifying FPGA systems in VHDL.

Langham Recruitment Guildford, Surrey, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Junior Hardware Engineer (Electronics)

Design and develop advanced GNSS and RF electronics for satellite communication systems as part of a multidisciplinary hardware team. Work from concept through to delivery, with structured training in FPGA and RF design. Collaborate with applications, software, and systems teams in a niche R&D environment focused on positioning, navigation, and timing technology.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Lancaster, 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

Process Engineer

This role involves developing and optimising advanced semiconductor and RF module assembly processes, with a focus on die attach and wire/ribbon bonding technologies. The engineer will work closely with RF teams to mature manufacturing techniques for scalable, reliable production. Key responsibilities include process control, yield improvement, and supporting new product introductions in a high-frequency electronics environment.

Filtronic Sedgefield, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent