National AI Awards 2025Discover AI's trailblazers! Join us to celebrate innovation and nominate industry leaders.

Nominate & Attend

Satellite Engineer

IC Resources
Slough
3 weeks ago
Applications closed

Related Jobs

View all jobs

AIT Satellite Engineer

Chief Satellite Systems Engineer

Senior Engineer, Spacecraft Platform

Satellite Systems Engineer

Satellite System Engineer

Satellite AIT EGSE Engineer

Satellite Engineer


Are you passionate about space technology and spacecraft dynamics?


We are hiring for a Satellite engineer to lead the development of spacecraft ADCS architecture, integrating sensors, actuators, and control algorithms.


You will play a key role in;

  • Design and implement advanced ADCS algorithms for precise satellite orientation and stability.
  • Perform system modeling, simulation, and validation to optimise satellite performance.
  • Integrate ADCS hardware, including reaction wheels, magnetorquers, star trackers, and IMUs.
  • Develop and execute HIL tests, ground-based simulations.
  • Maintain comprehensive documentation and communicate technical insights effectively.


What We’re Looking For:

  • Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering.
  • 5-10 years of experience in spacecraft ADCS design, testing, and operations.
  • Strong knowledge of ADCS components (IMUs, magnetometers, reaction wheels, etc.).
  • Proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems, with Python and MATLAB experience.
  • Solid understanding of control systems, orbital mechanics, and spacecraft dynamics.
  • Experience in hardware-in-the-loop testing and satellite simulation


Apply now and be part of the future of space technology!

National AI Awards 2025

Subscribe to Future Tech Insights for the latest jobs & insights, direct to your inbox.

By subscribing, you agree to our privacy policy and terms of service.

Industry Insights

Discover insightful articles, industry insights, expert tips, and curated resources.

Space Sector Jobs Skills Radar 2026: Emerging Tools, Technologies & Platforms to Learn Now

From launch vehicles and CubeSats to space-based communications, climate monitoring, and lunar exploration—UK space jobs are entering a bold new era. With government investment, private capital, and ESA partnerships driving growth, demand is surging for professionals with the right skills to build and sustain this expanding space economy. Welcome to the Space Sector Jobs Skills Radar 2026—your annual guide to the engineering tools, simulation platforms, programming languages and mission technologies that UK employers are prioritising. Whether you're an aerospace graduate, software engineer, or systems integrator, this radar helps you target the future of UK space careers.

How to Find Hidden Space Jobs in the UK Using Professional Bodies like the RAeS, UKSpace & More

The UK space sector is enjoying rapid growth—driven by satellite constellations, launch services, Earth observation, space science, and defence applications. But while demand for engineers, scientists, mission designers, and space analysts is high, many of the most compelling roles are never advertised publicly. Instead, these opportunities are often filled through professional networks, working groups, innovation clusters, and academic-industry partnerships. This guide will show you how to access hidden UK space jobs by engaging with bodies like the Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS), UKSpace, British Interplanetary Society (BIS), and regional space clusters. By leveraging membership directories, special-interest groups (SIGs), CPD events, and funded projects, you can position yourself to be first in line—even before roles are posted.

How to Get a Better Space Sector Job After a Lay-Off or Redundancy

Being made redundant from a role in the UK space sector can be disheartening. Whether your work was tied to satellite design, launch services, ground systems, mission operations, or Earth observation analytics, the experience and specialist knowledge you've gained is still highly valuable. The UK government’s Space Strategy, increased commercial investment, and new launch initiatives across Cornwall, Scotland, and Wales continue to drive opportunities in upstream and downstream space technologies. This guide will help you relaunch your career in the UK space sector after redundancy.