Jobs in York

Senior Systems Engineer

The Senior Systems Engineer leads the technical execution of space missions, managing system requirements, technical budgets, and cross-disciplinary integration from development through on-orbit validation. This role acts as the primary technical liaison between internal teams, customers, and contractors, ensuring mission success through rigorous verification and risk management. The position requires deep expertise in satellite systems, including RF/optical payloads and ground station networks, within a hybrid work model based in Glasgow.

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

On-site Permanent

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

Payload Software Engineer

Develop advanced payload software for secure military communications satellites, focusing on high-reliability systems in constrained, mission-critical environments. Work across the full software lifecycle, from design to testing, ensuring compliance with rigorous engineering standards and contributing to next-generation defence capabilities.

Lockheed Martin Havant, Hampshire, United Kingdom £102,000 – £127,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Senior RF Systems Engineer (Ground Segment)

Design and develop advanced RF systems for mission-critical ground segment applications in defence and aerospace. Work across the full lifecycle from architecture and circuit design to integration and testing, focusing on high-frequency and microwave technologies in demanding environments. Contribute to system performance, resilience, and next-generation capabilities for secure military communications.

Lockheed Martin Havant, Hampshire, United Kingdom £72,000 – £90,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Service Delivery Manager – Integrated Logistics Support (ILS)

This role involves leading Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) and Post Design Support (PDS) activities for a complex defence programme, ensuring supportability is embedded from design through in-service phases. The Service Delivery Manager acts as the primary liaison with MoD stakeholders and partner organisations, overseeing technical delivery, team leadership, and cross-functional collaboration across engineering and logistics. Key responsibilities include developing the Integrated Support Plan, managing obsolescence and disposal, and driving continuous improvement in supportability practices.

Lockheed Martin Havant, Hampshire, United Kingdom £62,000 – £78,000 pa

On-site Permanent