Latest space engineer Jobs

Senior Communications Engineer

This role involves leading the design and architecture of spacecraft communications subsystems, managing link budgets, and ensuring robust space-to-ground communications. You will work closely with systems, integration, and procurement teams, and provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers.

Holt Executive Oxfordshire, United Kingdom £60,000 – £90,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Flexible

Senior / Lead Electronics Engineer

This role involves leading the design and qualification of high-reliability electronics for next-generation LEO satellites. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance with space-specific standards and contribute to process improvements and technical standards.

IO Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Thermal Test Engineer

We are seeking a highly capable Thermal Test Engineer to join our satellite design and manufacturing team in the UK. This role is central to the verification and validation of spacecraft thermal performance across the full development lifecycle, from subsystem...

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

Software Engineer - Space Reliability

Spire is making a fundamental shift in how it operates its constellation. We are moving from a model where trained operators watch dashboards and escalate to experts, to one where the system is fully autonomous, self-healing, and data intelligent. This...

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

Product Verification & Test Engineer

Graduate Electronics Engineer - Space ImagingChelmsford, Essex (onsite position)£30,000 - £40,000 + excellent bens.We're working with a cutting-edge engineering organisation delivering advanced imaging technology used in space exploration and life-changing healthcare applications.They're growing fast, investing heavily, and now looking for...

CBSbutler Holdings Limited trading as CBSbutler Chelmsford, United Kingdom

Propulsion Systems Engineer

Propulsion Systems Engineer – Space SectorLocation: CardiffWe’re working with an innovative client in the space sector who are looking to bring in a Propulsion Systems Engineer to join their team in Cardiff.This is a great opportunity to work on advanced...

Alexander Associates Cardiff, South Glamorgan, CF10 2AF, United Kingdom

Systems Engineer

Systems Engineer | Spacecraft | Guildford/hybrid | Competitive salary & packageAre you an experienced Space Systems Engineer seeking a new opportunity to take technical lead on a space mission projectThis role is an exciting opportunity to join the Systems team...

Langham Recruitment Guildford, United Kingdom

Electronics Design - 3-6 monthsp/d

This role involves leading the electrical architecture and development of next-generation space systems, including spacecraft and robotic payloads. Responsibilities span from conceptual design to launch readiness, with a focus on subsystem interfaces, power distribution, and data architectures. The position requires extensive travel within the UK and Europe for integration and testing activities.

Morgan McKinley (South West) United Kingdom £500 – £600 pd

Hybrid Contract

Space Mission Systems Engineer

In this role, you will support the development of multi-domain architecture concepts that integrate space systems with air, maritime, subsea, and land assets. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure technical coherence, system performance, and successful delivery of mission objectives, while also identifying future operational challenges and opportunities for cross-domain capability enhancement.

BAE Systems Alton, Hampshire, United Kingdom £60,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Flexible Clearance Required

Embedded Software Engineer

You will design and develop embedded software for ground and space applications, coding in C/C++, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet mission requirements. Responsibilities include software design, documentation, testing, and mentoring team members.

Space Forge Cardiff, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Systems Engineer

This role involves collaborating with the R&D team to develop and deploy SDR solutions, focusing on systems-level integration, RF chain performance, and real-time communication protocols. You will bridge the gap between clients and engineers, ensuring projects stay on track while contributing to cutting-edge RF technologies.

Airbus Defence and Space Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Software Engineer

The role involves designing, developing, testing, and maintaining high-quality software applications for critical defence and space projects. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, participate in the full software development lifecycle, and stay updated with emerging technologies.

Airbus Defence and Space Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Electronics Engineer

SatVu is a rapidly expanding space technology company, backed by leading investors like Adara Ventures and Lockheed Martin. As the 'World’s Thermometer,' we deliver high-accuracy thermal datasets from space, providing invaluable insights across sectors. Our cutting-edge technology fuels significant growth...

SatelliteVu Guildford, United Kingdom

On-site

Satellite AIT Engineer

This role involves overseeing the assembly, integration, and testing of advanced satellite systems, ensuring all subsystems meet design specifications and industry standards. The position requires hands-on experience with spacecraft components, comprehensive testing programs, and a strong focus on quality assurance and documentation.

IO Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Optical AIV Engineer

SatVu is a rapidly expanding space technology company, backed by leading investors like Adara Ventures and Lockheed Martin. As the 'World’s Thermometer,' we deliver high-accuracy thermal datasets from space, providing invaluable insights across sectors. Our cutting-edge technology fuels significant growth...

SatelliteVu Guildford, United Kingdom

On-site