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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

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Nuclear/ Radiation Hardening Engineer

Designs and develops radiation-hardened electronic systems for use in high-threat environments, focusing on resilience and reliability for military and aerospace applications. Works across the full system lifecycle from concept to disposal, performing technical planning, integration, and validation. Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to meet stringent performance, cost, and schedule requirements for national security space systems.

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

On-site Permanent

Systems Engineering Team Lead

Leads a team of systems engineers while actively contributing to the design and development of complex spacecraft systems across the full lifecycle, from mission concept to integration and verification. Focuses on technical trade-offs, requirements management, and cross-disciplinary coordination within a high-tech space organisation. Offers leadership responsibility alongside hands-on engineering in a collaborative, international environment.

Holt Executive Oxfordshire, United Kingdom £65,000 – £98,000 pa

Systems Engineer - Radar

IntroductionSaab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence...

Saab Fareham, United Kingdom

Systems Software Engineer

This role involves maintaining data accuracy within Ground Support Systems software for the A400M aircraft fleet, ensuring continued airworthiness and operational readiness. You'll analyze and correct system data, support software migrations, perform audits, and collaborate with cross-functional teams including military and international partners. The position requires identifying trends and anomalies in software performance and contributing to quality improvement initiatives in a high-stakes aerospace environment.

Airbus S.A.S. Carterton, United Kingdom

Systems Analysis & Simulation Engineer

This role involves developing and testing simulation models to optimise optical space-to-ground communication links using meteorological data, satellite networks, and large datasets. The engineer will work on link availability forecasting, network-level performance simulation, and data-driven optimisation of lasercom systems. Work includes algorithm development, analysis of empirical data, and creating visualisations to support technical decision-making.

Archangel Lightworks Ox20Aa, 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

Payload Systems Project Lead

This role involves leading the design, integration, and testing of advanced RF payload and antenna systems for space-based communications platforms. The candidate will drive systems engineering activities, conduct technical trade studies, and define end-to-end system requirements while working with multidisciplinary teams. The position plays a key role in shaping next-generation satellite communication architectures and influencing technical direction on high-impact space missions.

Platform Recruitment Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Payload Systems Project Lead

This role involves leading the design, integration, and testing of advanced RF payload and antenna systems for space-based communications. The candidate will lead system-level trade studies, define technical requirements, and manage cross-functional engineering teams to deliver complex satellite communication payloads. It offers significant influence over system architecture and the development of next-generation space technologies.

Platform Recruitment Stevenage, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Control Systems Engineer (Specialty Metals/Manufacturing)

This role involves delivering control system engineering projects from concept to commissioning within a high-purity metals manufacturing environment. You'll provide technical support for PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems, troubleshoot recurring faults, and contribute to process improvements in a fast-paced industrial setting. The position offers hands-on work with advanced control systems and specialist machinery in a safety-critical aerospace supply chain.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Rotherham, United Kingdom £55,000 – £60,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Controls Systems Engineer (Manufacturing)

Controls Systems Engineer (Manufacturing)Rotheram£55,000 - £60,000 + In-House Training + 33 Days Holiday + Healthcare Scheme + Enhanced Pension Scheme (Up to 14%) + Flexible Working HoursAre you a Control Systems Engineer or similar looking for an autonomous role at...

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Rotherham, United Kingdom £55,000 – £60,000 pa

Senior Systems Design Engineer – Avionics

Senior Systems Design Engineer – Avionics £Competitive + BenefitsSouth ABJ6740Perm full timeAn exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Avionics Systems Design Engineer to join a highly regarded engineering organisation. This role is responsible for leading the systems design,...

Hudson Shribman United Kingdom

Thermal Systems Engineer

The role involves leading thermal engineering efforts across satellite missions, including thermal modelling, test planning and execution, and hands-on support during AIT (Assembly, Integration, and Testing). The engineer collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure spacecraft thermal performance in orbit and contributes to product development and process improvements within a fast-paced, innovative space technology environment.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Electrical Systems Engineer

This role involves maintaining, upgrading, and designing complex electrical systems within a unique aerospace testing facility. The engineer will lead projects from concept to commissioning, troubleshoot operational issues, and drive continuous improvement in a multidisciplinary environment. The position requires hands-on ownership of electrical infrastructure in an industrial setting with a focus on reliability and innovation.

Rise Technical Recruitment Bedfordshire, United Kingdom £60,000 – £65,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Embedded Systems Engineer

Design and develop real-time embedded software and firmware for satellite communications systems, spanning both space and ground infrastructure. Work on FPGA-based solutions, low-level hardware control, and high-reliability communication protocols in a multidisciplinary engineering environment. Focus on fault tolerance, performance optimisation, and integration across RF, DSP, and embedded systems.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

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

Optical Systems Engineer

Design and develop optical subsystems for laser communication terminals used in satellite and ground-based systems. Responsibilities include requirements definition, optical modelling and tolerancing, breadboard testing, integration, and field testing. The role involves technical leadership, supplier management, and close collaboration with the product and engineering teams to deliver resilient photonic systems for extreme environments.

Archangel Lightworks Ox20Aa, United Kingdom