Latest analytic Jobs

Project Controller

The Project Controller will establish and maintain controls frameworks, programme schedules, and reporting tools for complex, multi-year space technology programmes. Working closely with Delivery Project Managers, the role involves managing baselines, cost performance, risk registers, and change control processes while leveraging modern project management platforms and data tools. The role emphasizes building scalable processes and improving delivery efficiency through automation, analytics, and AI-driven insights.

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

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

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

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

Contract

Propulsion Engineer

This role involves end-to-end engineering of spacecraft propulsion systems, including design, analysis, hardware build, and testing for gas, chemical, and electric systems. The engineer will support missions from project scoping through to in-orbit commissioning, working across simulation, documentation, and hands-on assembly. A rare blend of analytical and practical engineering is required within a multidisciplinary team environment.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom

Talented Individuals

This role involves contributing to a satellite earth observation company focused on high-resolution thermal imaging and advanced analytics for global sustainability challenges. The organisation seeks skilled professionals across technical, data, engineering, geospatial, and commercial functions to support its mission. Work spans cutting-edge remote sensing, data analysis, and product development across defence, climate, and industrial monitoring sectors.

Satvu London, 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

Senior Systems Engineer

This role involves leading the detailed design, development, and testing of a flight vehicle using Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE). Responsibilities include translating concepts into system requirements, defining the vehicle architecture, leading trade studies, and managing technical interfaces with suppliers and stakeholders.

Matchtech London, United Kingdom £75,000 – £85,000 pa

Principal Systems Engineer Consultant

The role involves leading major consulting projects in systems engineering, providing strategic advice on defence programs, and developing technical solutions. Responsibilities include mentoring teams, business development, and technical leadership in areas like MBSE and capability development.

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

Earth Observation Solutions Analyst

The role involves developing real-world Earth Observation (EO) use cases using satellite data, focusing on areas like agriculture, wildfire monitoring, flooding, and maritime intelligence. The analyst will create proofs-of-concept, assess technical and commercial feasibility, and support data product development and partner onboarding. Collaboration with engineering, data, and commercial teams is key to translating satellite data into actionable insights.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

Business Operations & Expansion Manager

This role involves leading the operational setup of new international subsidiaries and establishing scalable, cross-functional processes across the Open Cosmos group. The person will coordinate legal, finance, people, IT, and technical teams to ensure smooth integration into existing governance, systems, and reporting frameworks. They will drive standardisation, use automation and analytics to improve efficiency, and maintain audit-ready operational playbooks across global entities.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

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

Structural Engineer- Aerospace

This role involves performing static strength analysis on metallic and composite aerospace structures, building and running FEA models, and supporting structural testing. You will work closely with design, manufacturing, and test teams, and have the opportunity to influence the design and performance of cutting-edge aerospace structures.

Copello Bristol, Bristol (county), United Kingdom £40,000 – £75,000 pa

Electro-Optical (EO) Payload Systems Engineer

This role involves leading the definition, development, and validation of electro-optical image acquisition chains for space-based optical instruments. The engineer will work on system architecture, FPGA firmware, sensor characterization, and integration within cleanroom environments, supporting full lifecycle activities from design to testing. Expertise in image sensors, readout electronics, and space qualification is central to the position.

Thales Alenia Space Spain

Senior PCB-CCA Designer in Space Products (m/w/d)

Lead and coordinate technical engineering projects for space-grade electronic systems, including PCB and CCA design, from concept through validation. Responsibilities include requirements analysis, system architecture definition, cross-functional collaboration, supplier management, and support through integration and testing. The role emphasizes high-reliability design in compliance with aerospace standards.

Thales Alenia Space Switzerland

Quality Control Inspector

This role involves ensuring quality standards in the manufacturing and assembly of Zephyr, a solar-powered High Altitude Platform Station (HAPS) for stratospheric operations. The inspector will conduct routine audits, verify compliance with engineering specifications, support non-conformance management, and ensure process adherence in a clean, controlled workshop environment. The position requires close collaboration with technicians and engineers within a highly regulated aerospace setting.

Guidant Global Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 7JT, United Kingdom