Latest Satellite Technology Jobs

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Lead AIT Engineer (Satellite Delivery)

This role involves leading the Assembly, Integration, and Test (AIT) function for two active satellite missions, ensuring campaigns are delivered on schedule and all test anomalies are formally closed. The position requires hands-on experience in cleanroom environments, familiarity with AIT procedures, and the ability to manage risks and document processes meticulously.

Exobotics Ltd London, United Kingdom £62,000 – £82,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent

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Lead Systems Engineer – Space

This role involves leading the development and delivery of advanced satellite and ground systems for secure military communications. Responsibilities include managing system requirements, integration, verification, and validation, as well as coordinating with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders to ensure successful programme execution.

Lockheed Martin Newcastle, North East England, United Kingdom £93,000 – £116,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Flight Assembly Technician

The role involves working in a cleanroom environment to build and test satellite components, including boards, modules, harnesses, and solar panels, following ESA standards and build instructions. The technician will also support other tasks as needed, requiring a high level of electro-mechanical skills and attention to detail.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Materials Controller

The Materials Controller role involves managing stock movements, supporting goods-in receiving, kitting materials, and organizing despatches. The position requires attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, often liaising with various stakeholders.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer to join our Platform team supporting Spacecraft Operations. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting other disciplines by focusing on the embedded software aspects of our satellite systems. The...

Spire Glasgow, Alba / Scotland, G2 1AL, 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 AIT delivery Manager

The Satellite AIT Delivery Manager will be responsible for ensuring the successful delivery of satellite projects, focusing on quality, time, and cost. Key responsibilities include coordinating a multi-functional team, managing cleanroom operations, and resolving anomalies. This role involves working closely with the AIT Manager and various stakeholders to ensure project success.

Airbus Defence and Space Stevenage, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Satellite Communications Technician

This role involves maintaining and troubleshooting complex satellite and IP-based communication systems, including datacomms networks, VoIP, and VPNs. The technician will diagnose live technical issues, configure network infrastructure, and support installations and system deployments. It offers autonomy in problem-solving within a specialist engineering environment with opportunities for technical growth.

Electus Recruitment Merstham, Surrey, RH1 3HT, United Kingdom £30,000 – £32,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Satellite Communications Technician

This role involves maintaining and troubleshooting complex datacomms and network systems, with a focus on satellite, VoIP, VPN, and IP-based technologies. You'll diagnose and resolve escalated technical issues, configure customer networks, and support field installations. The position offers hands-on work in a specialist engineering environment with opportunities for technical growth.

Electus Recruitment Outwood, RH1 5PW, United Kingdom £30,000 – £32,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Satellite Payload Processing Engineer

As a Satellite Payload Processing Engineer, you will design and implement processing chains to transform raw satellite data into high-quality Earth Observation products. You will collaborate with customers, sales teams, and mission engineers to define product specifications and develop image processing pipelines, ensuring reliable data delivery and advancing Open Cosmos's EO data platform.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Mechanical Engineer – Satellite Manufacturing (AIT Production)

You will contribute to the mechanical design, assembly, and testing of satellites, ensuring their performance, manufacturability, and long-term reliability. Responsibilities include developing mechanical designs, leading root-cause investigations, optimizing processes, and conducting structural and thermal analyses.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Production Engineer

This role involves hands-on assembly, integration, and testing of optical ground station systems for laser communications. The engineer will work across mechanical, electrical, or optical domains, ensuring build quality, process documentation, and supply chain coordination. Responsibilities include supporting field deployment, managing engineering changes, and maintaining compliance with quality and safety standards in a fast-paced, on-site environment.

Archangel Lightworks Ox11Aa, OX1 1AA, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Production Lead

Lead the development and scaling of production operations for advanced laser communications technology, transitioning from prototype to serial manufacturing. Establish end-to-end manufacturing processes, quality control, and supply chain systems for optical ground station products. Work closely with engineering and procurement teams in a high-complexity, low-volume production environment.

Archangel Lightworks Ox20Es, OX2 0ES, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Senior Project Manager

The Senior Project Manager will lead the delivery of complex space, defence, and satellite communications projects, working closely with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders. Responsibilities include managing project plans, budgets, and risks, ensuring compliance in highly regulated environments, and driving a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Redline Group Sedgefield, County Durham, United Kingdom £80,000 – £85,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Talented Individuals

This role involves contributing to a satellite earth observation company that specializes in high-resolution thermal imaging. The company is looking for a wide range of technical and non-technical roles, including engineers, data scientists, and managers, to support their mission in addressing global sustainability challenges.

SatelliteVu London, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Delivery Project Manager

This role involves end-to-end ownership of complex space technology programmes, managing schedule, cost, technical execution, and subcontractor performance across satellite services and government contracts. The project manager will drive programme governance, risk management, and cross-functional coordination while ensuring accurate reporting and compliance with technical and contractual standards.

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

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required