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

Nominate & Attend

System Administrator - Spacecraft Control Centre

Airbus Defence and Space
Chippenham
3 days ago
Create job alert

System Administrator - Spacecraft Control Centre Join to apply for the System Administrator - Spacecraft Control Centre role at Airbus Defence and Space
System Administrator - Spacecraft Control Centre 3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants
Join to apply for the System Administrator - Spacecraft Control Centre role at Airbus Defence and Space
Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.
Job Description:

Job Description:

SECURITY CLEARANCE: Must have or be able to obtain UK Eyes Only SC/DV Security Clearance via the UK Intelligence Community (UKIC) process.

LOCATION : Corsham, Wiltshire (with some hybrid working available subject to our Hybrid Working Policy)

TYPE: Full time

What's In It For You

Financial Reward: Competitive salary, annual profit share, contributory pension, share options, car leasing scheme, free onsite parking, season ticket loan, tax-free technology scheme, discounted shopping and much more
Work / Life Balance: 37 hour week, flexible working around core hours and Friday afternoons off, hybrid working, up to 2 additional days per month as TOIL, option to buy/sell holiday
Personal Development: Personalised development plan, Airbus Leadership University and unlimited access to 10,000+ E-learning courses, internal mobility including international opportunities
Health & Wellbeing:Wellbeing benefits (including 24/7 online GP and mental health support), Employee Assistance Programme, discounted family health / dental insurance / eye tests, cycle-to-work scheme
Family and Caregiving:Life assurance, enhanced pay for maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave and caregiving
Inclusive Environment: Wellbeing room, Multi-faith room, Employee Representative Groups (Gender, LGBTQ+, International, Generational, Disability, Social & Cultural Diversity, Neurodiversity)

Our world is changing. And so are we. From our commitment to zero-carbon flight (#ZEROe) to cleaning up space, sustainability is at the heart of our purpose. So what's your next change?

We now have an exciting opportunity for a System Administrator to join the Spacecraft Control Centre Support Team in the Chippenham area, Wiltshire, reporting to the Head of SCOF Engineering.

The Spacecraft Control & Operations Facility (SCOF) comprises all Ground Equipment, Computers & Software and connectivity across multiple sites required to effect Command and Control of the SKYNET Constellation of spacecraft. At the core of the SCOF is the Spacecraft Control Centre, also distributed across multiple sites, which comprises the main computer systems which host the main C2 Software applications and provide the operator workstations.

How You Will Contribute To The Team

Sys Admin expert for the installation of the SKYNET 6A Spacecraft Control Centre and computer systems across the SCOF network, in order to bring it into service
Perform general computer configuration and maintenance activities including equipment swap-out, reconfiguration and restoration of capability.
Use of network skills to ensure SCC works well with existing SCOF equipment and networks. CISCO CCNP Enterprise certification is an advantage on appointment and essential longer term.
Assist SCOF Eng team in investigation and rectification SCOF system problems raised through internal tracking processes.
Be Lead SCC Engineer (SK6A) for development of roll out plans for deployment of system upgrades, enhancements, including software patches and fixes.
Development and implementation (in a specific test environment) of robust test procedures and scripts to manage system changes, fixes, and supplier delivered upgrades prior to operational deployment.

About You

A valid RHCSA qualification (Red Hat Certified System Administrator), held and in-date (or ability to obtain after appointment)
Experience working in a System Administration role
Experience of supporting high availability systems, ideally with a focus on Linux based hardware and software
Good knowledge of IP networking and familiarity with Cisco networking devices
Not a 100% match? No worries! Airbus supports your personal growth with customised development solutions.

How We Can Support You

Many of our staff work flexibly in many different ways, including part-time. Please talk to us at the interview about the flexibility you need and we’ll always do our best to accommodate your request.

Please let us know if you need us to make any adjustments for the selection process - you can share this with your Talent Acquisition Partner if you are invited to interview. Examples may include (but not exclusive to) accessible facilities; auxiliary aids; room layout, etc. Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence.

As a Disability Confident Employer, Airbus UK will offer an interview to any applicant that considers themselves to have a disability or long-term condition and meets the minimum criteria of the role (as set out in the job advert). To ‘opt in’, just select the option during your application submission and our Talent Acquisition team will contact you.

:MF1

#CI_2025

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:

AIRBUS Defence and Space Limited

Employment Type:

Permanent

Experience Level:

Professional

Job Family:

Computing&Comm and Info& Data Processing

By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus.

Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.

Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to .

At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking. #YESPOST

Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Employment type Full-time
Job function Job function Information Technology
Industries Defense and Space Manufacturing
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Airbus Defence and Space by 2x
Sign in to set job alerts for “System Administrator” roles. 8 Urgent Hiring System Administrator Jobs in Dubai Shrivenham, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago
Swindon, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago
City Of Bristol, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago
Greater Bristol Area, United Kingdom 1 week ago
Information Technologies within Operational Technologies Filton, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago
Bristol, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago
Bristol, England, United Kingdom 7 months ago
Bristol, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago
Wiltshire, England, United Kingdom 3 months ago
Warminster, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago
Bristol, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago
Keynsham, England, United Kingdom 2 days ago
Leigh Woods, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago
Bath, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago
Systems and Infrastructure (Intelligent Infrastructure) Speculative Opportunities Bristol, England, United Kingdom 4 days ago
Bristol, England, United Kingdom 5 hours ago
City Of Bristol, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago
Wintel Systems Administrator (Platform Manager) DV CLEARED Wiltshire, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago
Wintel Systems Administrator (Platform Manager) DV CLEARED Wiltshire, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago
Identity & Access Management (IAM) Project Lead Bristol, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago
Network Solutions Engineer (Pre-sales, Design, Cisco) Cirencester, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago
Senior R&D Engineer - System Architecture (Italy based) Bristol, England, United Kingdom 8 months ago
Swindon, England, United Kingdom 5 days ago
Greater Bristol Area, United Kingdom 1 day ago
Bristol, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago
City Of Bristol, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago
Cirencester, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago
City Of Bristol, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago
Bristol, England, United Kingdom 7 months ago
Bristol, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago
We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

Related Jobs

View all jobs

System Administrator - Spacecraft Control Centre

System Administrator - Spacecraft Control Centre

System Administrator - Spacecraft Control Centre

Linux / Unix Systems Administrator

Workshop Administrator

Quality Manager

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.

How to Present Space Sector Solutions to Non-Technical Audiences: A Public Speaking Guide for Job Seekers

The UK space sector is expanding fast—from satellite communications and Earth observation to propulsion, launch services, and space sustainability. But as the technology becomes more complex, employers increasingly want space professionals who can explain it simply and persuasively to non-technical audiences. Whether you're applying for a role in engineering, mission control, data analysis, policy, or business development, your ability to present clearly is now seen as a critical soft skill. In fact, many interviews now include public speaking tasks that test your communication style, clarity, and stakeholder awareness. This guide offers a practical framework for structuring your space sector presentations, tips for engaging slides, storytelling techniques that work in interviews, and advice on answering common questions from executives, clients, and policymakers.

Space Jobs UK 2025: 50 Companies Hiring Now

Bookmark this guide – we refresh it every quarter so you always know who’s really expanding their space‑sector teams. The UK’s £15 billion Space Sector Plan, three licensed spaceports and a spike in commercial satellite demand have ignited hiring in 2025. Employers need spacecraft systems engineers, propulsion specialists, mission operators, Earth‑observation data scientists, ground‑segment software developers & regulatory experts right now. Below are 50 organisations that have advertised UK‑based space vacancies or formally announced head‑count growth in the past eight weeks. They’re grouped into five quick‑scan categories so you can jump straight to the kind of employer – and mission – that excites you. For every company you’ll see: Main UK hub Example live or recent vacancy Why it’s worth a look – tech focus, culture, mission Search any employer on UKSpaceJobs.co.uk to view real‑time ads, or set a free alert so brand‑new openings land straight in your inbox.

Return-to-Work Pathways: Relaunch Your Space Career with Returnships, Flexible & Hybrid Roles

Re-entering the workforce after a career break—whether for parenting, caring responsibilities or another life chapter—can feel like charting a new orbit, particularly in the dynamic field of space. Luckily, the UK’s thriving space sector now offers a spectrum of return-to-work pathways: structured returnships, part-time contracts and hybrid roles. These programmes recognise the transferable skills and resilience you’ve developed, pairing you with mentorship, targeted upskilling and supportive networks so you can relaunch your career in satellite engineering, mission operations, space data science or policy with confidence. In this guide, you’ll discover how to: Understand today’s UK space landscape and talent demand Leverage your organisation, communication and problem-solving skills in space roles Overcome common re-entry challenges with practical solutions Refresh your technical and regulatory knowledge through targeted learning Access returnship and re-entry programmes tailored to space Find roles that accommodate family commitments—flexible, hybrid or full-time Balance your career relaunch with caring responsibilities Master applications, interviews and networking specific to the space sector Draw inspiration from real returner success stories Get answers to frequent questions in our FAQ section Whether your goal is to return as a spacecraft systems engineer, mission analyst, space-data scientist or regulatory specialist, this article maps the steps and resources you need to reignite your UK space career.