Latest Satellite Technology 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

Production Planner

This role involves managing production schedules, inventory, and planning systems to support both build-to-project and build-to-stock satellite manufacturing. The planner will work closely with cross-functional teams to optimise workflows, reduce waste, and improve productivity using ERP systems like SAP. Key responsibilities include KPI reporting, cost tracking, and implementing process improvements in a high-tech manufacturing environment.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

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

Business Development Lead - Space

This role involves driving business growth by selling high-value engineering consultancy and technology development services into the space, satellite, and defence sectors. The individual will identify and shape opportunities across government and commercial space markets, building strategic relationships and leading proposals for complex technical programmes. Success requires translating advanced engineering capabilities into customer-focused solutions within long sales cycles.

Matchtech Essex, United Kingdom £80,000 – £90,000 pa

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Develop and maintain embedded firmware for satellite systems, focusing on real-time performance and reliability in space-constrained environments. Work across the full development lifecycle from design to on-orbit support, collaborating with cross-functional teams to resolve complex embedded issues. Utilize FreeRTOS, ARM Cortex microcontrollers, and low-level serial protocols in a fast-paced, space-focused engineering environment.

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

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

Wireless System Test Engineer

This role involves defining system-level test strategies for advanced wireless communications products, developing Python-based automated test frameworks, and working with RF equipment to validate real-world performance. You'll collaborate with development and architecture teams to translate requirements into test coverage and diagnose complex system issues. The position emphasizes ownership of test design rather than just execution, focusing on 5G, satellite, and next-generation wireless technologies.

Yoh, A Day & Zimmermann Company So160Af, United Kingdom £75,000 – £85,000 pa

Product Assurance Engineer

The role involves leading product assurance activities for space payload systems, ensuring compliance with stringent standards like ECSS, ESA, and NASA. Responsibilities include managing quality across the product lifecycle, leading root cause analyses, supporting design and manufacturing reviews, and overseeing component qualification. The position requires close collaboration with engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams in a high-reliability sector.

Octagon Group Sedgefield, County Durham, United Kingdom

IT Systems Engineer

This role involves providing deep technical support for complex network and system issues within MOD teams, focusing on stability and reliability of sophisticated maritime and satellite systems. The engineer will troubleshoot escalated incidents from the NOC, contribute to project and bid activities, and support contracts with technical expertise. Work is largely backend-focused with minimal customer interaction, emphasizing collaboration with internal technical and project teams.

Rise Technical Recruitment Redhill, RH1 1RJ, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Satellite Flight Operator

Operate and monitor satellites in real time, ensuring mission success through careful telemetry analysis, anomaly response, and execution of planned activities. Work within a mission-critical team to maintain spacecraft health and improve operational processes across the satellite lifecycle.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

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

Business Development Manager - Space

This role involves driving business growth in the UK defence and space sector by identifying and developing new commercial opportunities. The candidate will work closely with technical teams to tailor complex solutions for customers, lead proposals and negotiations, and expand existing client relationships. The position offers strategic autonomy and a focus on building networks within the space and satellite market.

Rutherford Briant Cambridge, United Kingdom £85,000 – £95,000 pa

RTL Design Team Lead - FPGA / ASIC

Lead and mentor a hardware design team while delivering complex RTL designs for FPGA and ASIC platforms in next-generation 5G and satellite communication systems. Translate system requirements into high-performance digital IP, optimise for throughput, timing, and power, and collaborate with algorithm and software teams. Engage in technical roadmap planning and integrate AI tools into design workflows.

Spectrum IT Recruitment Southampton, United Kingdom £150,000 – £155,000 pa

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

Senior Mission Operations Preparation Engineer

This role involves preparing spacecraft missions for operational success by developing procedures, tools, and strategies across the mission lifecycle. The engineer will work closely with systems, software, and flight operations teams to ensure spacecraft designs are operable and validated through testing and simulation. It's a collaborative position focused on mission readiness, operational problem-solving, and supporting live operations in a cutting-edge space technology environment.

Holt Executive Oxfordshire, United Kingdom £60,000 – £94,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent