Latest satellite 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

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

Product Manager (Satellite Communications / SC Clearance)

This role involves leading the technical product direction for global satellite connectivity services, bridging engineering and commercial teams to shape product strategy and go-to-market initiatives. You'll work with cutting-edge satellite technologies from providers like Starlink and OneWeb, support sales with technical expertise, and lead internal training. The company offers career progression, bonus opportunities, and sponsorship for security clearance.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Redhill, Surrey, RH1 1RJ, United Kingdom £50,000 – £85,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

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

TV Aerial and Satellite Engineer

This role involves installing and maintaining TV reception systems in commercial environments such as pubs, gyms, hotels, and betting shops. The engineer will also support AV equipment and Wi-Fi networks, with training provided for commercial RF distribution and IPTV systems.

Operations Resources Croydon, United Kingdom £30,000 – £34,500 pa

On-site Permanent

(M/F) Buyer Connectivity and Antenna Telecom Satellite Payload

This role involves managing procurement strategy and supplier relationships for connectivity and antenna telecom payload components within Airbus Defence and Space. You will lead tender processes, negotiate contracts, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure value and reliability in the supply chain. The position supports critical satellite payload projects with a focus on innovation, risk management, and strategic sourcing.

Airbus Defence and Space Portsmouth, United Kingdom

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

Buyer - Contractor

This role involves managing the procurement of electronic and electro-mechanical components for spacecraft systems, interpreting MRP data, placing purchase orders, and ensuring timely delivery. The Buyer will negotiate with suppliers, manage compliance, and work closely with stakeholders across a high-integrity engineering environment. It requires strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and experience in procurement within complex, low-volume manufacturing settings.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom

Hybrid Contract

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

RF Engineer

Designs and verifies RF payload systems for spacecraft missions, working across multidisciplinary teams to develop communication, radar, and SIGINT solutions. Responsible for system-level design, hardware specification, signal processing, and end-to-end payload integration and verification. Acts as work package manager, supporting technical bids and leading project reviews with stakeholders.

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

Spacecraft Platform Engineer

The Spacecraft Platform Engineer will work on mission-critical technology for secure military communications satellites, ensuring the logical and systematic conversion of customer requirements into total systems solutions. Responsibilities include functional analysis, timeline analysis, and leading major projects to completion, with a focus on spacecraft platform performance and customer representation.

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

On-site Permanent