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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Systems Engineering Manager to lead and develop a high-performing engineering team responsible for the design and delivery of advanced satellite communication user terminals.

This role combines people leadership with technical oversight, providing the opportunity to shape system architectures, guide complex engineering programmes and drive products from concept through to production.

You will lead experienced Systems Engineers, overseeing requirements definition, system-level design decisions and the integration of hardware, firmware and software. Working closely with cross-functional teams, customers and senior stakeholders, you will ensure engineering programmes meet their technical, performance and commercial objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and develop a team of Systems Engineers, managing performance, professional development and resource allocation.
• Direct the definition of system architectures and ensure requirements are appropriately allocated across subsystems.
• Guide technical trade-offs for user terminal architectures, using RF simulations and system performance analysis, including link budgets, G/T and EIRP.
• Provide technical oversight of Ku-band and Ka-band phased array antennas, beamformer chipsets and associated technologies.
• Oversee the development of efficient, cost-effective calibration and production test methods for phased array systems.
• Establish and improve engineering processes covering requirements management, verification, test planning and release management.
• Work with cross-functional leaders, customers and senior stakeholders to define technical strategy and deliver product roadmaps.
• Ensure engineering teams understand and implement system requirements, delivering against technical, regulatory and commercial milestones.
• Support field testing, over-the-air (OTA) validation and customer trials.
• Identify technical risks, develop mitigation strategies and report progress to senior leadership.
• Guide the integration of 5G NR-NTN and multi-orbit satellite capabilities across product development programmes.
• Define system integration and verification strategies spanning RF front ends, baseband, modems and network interfaces.
• Ensure products meet relevant regulatory and satellite operator certification requirements.
• Support recruitment, onboarding and succession planning within the Systems Engineering function.

Essential Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or a related discipline. A Master’s or PhD is preferred.
• 10+ years’ experience in hardware and software development, including at least three years in an engineering management or technical leadership position.
• 10+ years’ experience developing complex telecommunications or satellite communication systems.
• Direct experience supporting satellite over-the-air field trials and system validation.
• Strong background in RF systems, digital communications and communication theory.
• Expertise in formal requirements management processes and tools such as Jama, Jira or DOORS.
• At least seven years’ programming and modelling experience using MATLAB, Python and C/C++.
• At least seven years’ experience with computer networks and TCP/IP protocols.
• Strong understanding of satellite communications and phased array design principles, including beamforming and array calibration.
• Extensive experience troubleshooting and debugging complex system integrations, from RF front end through to baseband.
• Ability to comply with applicable US export control regulations, including EAR and ITAR.

Desirable Experience

• Proven track record of building, mentoring and developing high-performing engineering teams.
• Strong leadership, performance management, conflict resolution and strategic planning capabilities.
• Experience leading senior, principal and specialist-level engineers.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience with multi-orbit GEO, MEO and LEO satellite networks and electronically steered antenna (ESA) user terminals.
• Knowledge of 3GPP Release 17 or later NTN standards and satellite waveforms such as DVB-S2X.
• Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), including SysML.
• Experience with antenna measurement, near-field or compact range testing and production RF test.
• Familiarity with FCC, ETSI and ITU regulatory requirements for satellite communication terminals.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual performance-related bonus.
• Flexible paid time off and company holidays.
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Employer-funded short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions.
• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities.
• Confidential Employee Assistance Programme.
• Access to on-site fitness facilities.
• Complimentary refreshments and kitchen facilities.
• Regular team events, social activities and professional development sessions.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineering leader to take ownership of a specialist Systems Engineering function, influence next-generation satellite communication technologies and lead the delivery of complex products within a growing, technically driven environment.

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Manager of Technical Program Management to lead the delivery of complex hardware and software development programmes within the satellite communications industry.

This role will take ownership of integrated programme execution, overseeing the development and productisation of advanced satellite user terminals and antenna systems. Working closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams, customers and external development partners, you will ensure programmes are delivered against agreed technical, commercial, quality and schedule objectives.

You will combine strong technical understanding with proven programme leadership, managing a team of Technical Programme Managers while driving collaboration across hardware, software, systems engineering, manufacturing and testing functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Take overall ownership of programme delivery, ensuring products and capabilities are successfully delivered to customers and partners.
• Lead, manage and develop a team of Technical Programme Managers, providing direction, support and decision-making.
• Work with engineering leaders to develop integrated project plans covering the full product lifecycle, from concept development through to mass production.
• Oversee programme execution, ensuring delivery against agreed schedules, budgets and quality requirements.
• Drive engineering activities, facilitate technical trade-offs, monitor progress and resolve programme blockers.
• Coordinate cross-functional deliverables across systems architecture, hardware and software engineering teams.
• Manage technical dependencies, programme risks, escalations and customer commitments.
• Coordinate with vendors, distributors and contract manufacturers to manage procurement activities and delivery schedules.
• Work closely with internal engineering teams and external development partners to support integration and programme execution.
• Organise and lead programme kick-offs, technical reviews, design reviews and Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT).
• Communicate technical risks, issues and programme status through clear reporting and data-driven updates.
• Engage regularly with internal and external customers to maintain alignment on development activities and delivery expectations.
• Produce and maintain management reports, dashboards and programme documentation.
• Ensure engineering deliverables meet technical, functional, performance, regulatory and commercial requirements.
• Support in-field testing and validation of satellite user terminal systems.
• Assist with customer-related technical issues, including occasional travel to customer sites.
• Maintain programme documentation, including specifications, requirements, design packages and meeting records.

Essential Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years’ experience in project/programme management or functional management.
• At least seven years’ experience within a hardware and software development environment, including five recent years with strong systems-level technical understanding.
• Seven or more years’ experience managing complex telecommunications or satellite communication systems.
• At least five years’ experience managing complex product development programmes from concept through to production.
• Proven ability to lead, manage and mentor teams while aligning delivery with wider business objectives.
• Strong technical understanding and the confidence to engage with and constructively challenge engineering teams.
• Experience across the full product development lifecycle, including integration, verification, qualification, industrialisation and production readiness.
• Experience using programme and schedule management tools such as MS Project, SharePoint, Confluence and Jira.

Desirable Experience

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience in aviation hardware or product development.
• Understanding of satellite communication theory.
• Experience with satellite communication terminals, DO-160, certification, integration and customer-facing programme delivery.
• Background in antenna or RF design.
• Familiarity with phased array technologies and their implementation.
• Experience supporting satellite over-the-air communication field trials, including Alpha and Beta testing.
• Strong technical and analytical skills, with the ability to assess engineering concepts, manage technical trade-offs and identify opportunities for improvement.

Working Environment

• Office, engineering laboratory and manufacturing environments.
• Some physical activity may be required, including handling equipment and test fixtures weighing up to 20lbs.
• Travel of up to 15%, depending on programme requirements and project phases.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual performance-related bonus.
• Flexible paid time off and company holidays.
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Employer-funded short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions.
• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities.
• Confidential Employee Assistance Programme.
• Access to on-site fitness facilities.
• Complimentary refreshments and kitchen facilities.
• Regular team events, social activities and professional development sessions.

This is an excellent opportunity for an established technical programme leader to take ownership of complex satellite communications development programmes, lead multidisciplinary teams and play a key role in bringing advanced hardware and software products from initial concept through to production and customer deployment.

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An innovative engineering organisation at the forefront of advanced communications technology is seeking a Senior PCB CAD Engineer to play a leading role in the design and development of complex, high-performance printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs).

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced PCB design specialist to take ownership of high-speed, multi-layer PCB designs, influence engineering standards and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams developing cutting-edge hardware solutions.

The Role

As a Senior PCB CAD Engineer, you will serve as the technical lead for PCB design activities, driving best practice across the full product development lifecycle. You’ll work on highly complex electronic systems where signal integrity, RF performance and manufacturability are critical to success.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead the design and development of complex, multi-layer and high-density PCB layouts.
• Own schematic capture activities and translate system requirements into robust hardware designs.
• Develop HDI stack-up strategies, floor planning and routing for high-performance electronic assemblies.
• Perform design rule checks (DRC) and support Signal Integrity (SI) and Power Integrity (PI) analysis.
• Establish and maintain PCB design standards, component libraries and CAD best practices.
• Develop Python-based automation tools to improve PCB design workflows and engineering efficiency.
• Work closely with hardware, RF, mechanical and firmware engineers to resolve integration, EMI and packaging challenges.
• Drive Design for Manufacture (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA) and Design for Test (DFT) principles throughout product development.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership across PCB design activities.

About You

We’re looking for an experienced PCB design engineer who combines strong technical expertise with the ability to lead complex hardware development projects.

You should have:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• 6+ years of commercial experience designing complex PCBAs.
• Expert knowledge of Cadence Allegro and OrCAD.
• Strong experience with high-speed digital design, RF routing and power electronics.
• Excellent understanding of EMI/EMC mitigation techniques and PCB manufacturing constraints.
• Experience developing engineering automation tools using Python.
• Experience working with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to mentor engineers and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.

Desirable Experience

• Design for Manufacture (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA) and Design for Test (DFT).
• Signal Integrity (SI) and Power Integrity (PI) analysis.
• AI or machine learning tools applied to hardware engineering workflows.
• Alternative PCB CAD platforms such as Altium Designer, Siemens Xpedition or KiCad.
• Engineering analysis and design verification tools.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary with performance-related bonus.
• Comprehensive healthcare and insurance package.
• Retirement savings plan with employer contributions.
• Generous paid holiday allowance and flexible time off.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Employee wellbeing programme and support services.
• Modern engineering facilities and collaborative working environment.
• On-site fitness facilities and complimentary refreshments.
• The opportunity to work on technically challenging products alongside highly experienced engineering teams.

If you’re passionate about PCB design, hardware architecture and solving complex engineering challenges, we’d love to hear from you.

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Flight Dynamics Engineer to join an innovative engineering team working on advanced spacecraft missions and technologies.

You will play a key role in developing trajectory planning and optimisation capabilities, creating algorithms, models and software tools that support complex spacecraft operations. Working across a range of orbital regimes and mission scenarios, you will contribute throughout the mission lifecycle, from design and development through to testing, deployment and live operations.

You will work closely with multidisciplinary engineering and operations teams, supporting activities including orbit determination, manoeuvre planning, rendezvous, proximity operations and collision avoidance.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain flight dynamics models, algorithms, simulations and software tools to support mission design, orbit determination, orbital manoeuvres and spacecraft performance assessment.
• Support the definition of flight dynamics requirements and conduct mission and system-level analyses.
• Liaise with external contractors on technical activities and deliverables.
• Support manoeuvre planning, execution and performance evaluation.
• Contribute to conjunction assessment and collision avoidance activities.
• Support technical investigations and spacecraft anomaly resolution.
• Develop and maintain operational procedures and documentation.
• Support spacecraft operations, including participation in real-time mission activities.
• Contribute to training, testing and mission execution activities.

Essential Requirements

• Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics or a relevant scientific discipline.
• At least two years’ commercial experience in Space Flight Dynamics.
• Strong understanding of orbital mechanics and flight dynamics principles.
• Experience using Python, with scripting skills and basic knowledge of Linux.
• Experience in mission analysis and requirements definition.
• Excellent written and spoken English.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Must have the independent right to work in the UK without sponsorship.

Desirable Experience

• Current UK SC security clearance or eligibility to obtain it.
• Master’s degree or PhD in a relevant discipline.
• Experience supporting flight dynamics operations.
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies.
• Experience using MATLAB or similar simulation software.
• Knowledge of regression testing and version control.
• Background in Guidance, Navigation and Control (GNC).
• Experience with image processing or object reconstruction techniques.
• Familiarity with flight dynamics processes and operational activities.

What’s on Offer?

• Flexible working arrangements around core hours.
• Hybrid working.
• Optional 9-day fortnight working pattern.
• 25 days annual leave, increasing with service up to 28 days, plus 8 bank holidays.
• Private healthcare.
• Life insurance and long-term sick pay.
• Relocation assistance.
• Access to modern engineering facilities.
• Supportive, collaborative working environment with regular team and social events.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Flight Dynamics Engineer looking to contribute to technically challenging spacecraft missions, develop their expertise and play an important role in advancing the capabilities of the space sector.

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An established engineering organisation is looking for a Principal Embedded Engineer to provide technical leadership and help shape the development of its embedded software and firmware capability.

This is a senior technical leadership position combining hands-on embedded engineering with strategic direction, giving you the opportunity to establish engineering processes, develop technical capability, mentor engineers, and provide technical authority across a range of complex embedded systems.

You will lead the development and growth of an embedded engineering capability spanning microcontrollers, SoCs, FPGAs, embedded software and firmware.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Providing technical leadership, governance and oversight across embedded development activities
• Establishing and improving engineering processes, workflows and best practices
• Leading the development of reusable software modules and libraries
• Planning and delivering embedded software and firmware work packages
• Translating system and customer requirements into clear software and firmware specifications
• Developing system and software architectures and overseeing detailed design
• Defining verification strategies, validation plans and test procedures
• Ensuring traceability between requirements, design and verification
• Producing high-quality technical documentation and engineering reports
• Ensuring deliverables meet required quality, compliance and safety standards
• Supporting estimates, bids, proposals and engineering change activities
• Working closely with hardware, software and systems engineering teams
• Supporting the integration of embedded software and hardware platforms
• Mentoring and developing engineers across different levels of experience
• Supporting recruitment, onboarding and the management of internal engineers and specialist contractors

Required Experience & Skills

• HNC/HND or degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience
• Extensive experience working with microcontrollers, SoCs, FPGA-based systems and embedded software
• Strong embedded C/C++ development experience
• Experience defining and implementing engineering processes
• Ability to develop specifications, architectures, verification strategies and test procedures
• Experience providing technical leadership and mentoring engineers
• Strong understanding of current embedded, microcontroller, SoC and FPGA technologies
• Ability to make appropriate technology selections based on requirements, risk, cost and timescales

Desirable Experience

• Hardware Description Languages, particularly VHDL
• FPGA simulation and verification tools
• Experience delivering safety-related systems or working to standards such as SIL or ASIL
• Experience working across both hardware and embedded software development
• Experience developing reusable engineering frameworks, libraries or platforms

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced embedded engineer to take a significant technical leadership position, helping to shape embedded engineering capability, processes and technical direction while remaining closely involved in the development of complex embedded systems.

Due to the nature of the projects involved, the successful candidate must be eligible to obtain and maintain UK Security Clearance at SC level.

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A leading global provider of advanced satellite communication solutions is seeking a Senior Antenna Engineer to support the design, development, and testing of next-generation RF and antenna technologies for satellite user terminals.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced antenna specialist with a strong background in microwave engineering, phased array antenna design, simulation, prototyping, and RF testing. The successful candidate will play a key role in developing innovative Ku- and Ka-band antenna systems, supporting the full product lifecycle from concept and simulation through prototype development, verification, and production.

The role requires close collaboration with multidisciplinary engineering teams, including RF, electrical, mechanical, and software engineers, to deliver high-performance satellite communication products for global connectivity applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop advanced Ku- and Ka-band RF and antenna systems for satellite communication terminals, including phased array and electronically steerable antenna technologies.
• Perform electromagnetic simulations, antenna modelling, optimisation, and trade-off analysis using industry-standard simulation tools.
• Develop antenna design documentation, engineering specifications, and prototype solutions to support manufacturing and product delivery.
• Create and execute RF test plans, configure laboratory environments, conduct antenna characterisation, and produce detailed verification reports.
• Design and automate RF testing processes using scripting tools and support troubleshooting throughout development and validation activities.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams and provide technical leadership during design reviews, prototype development, and production ramp-up.
• Support AESA antenna development activities, including analysis of antenna performance parameters such as beam scanning capability, cross-polarisation, G/T, and EIRP.

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD qualification in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline. A postgraduate qualification with antenna or electromagnetic research experience is highly desirable.
• 5+ years’ experience designing and developing satellite communication antenna systems, including phased array technologies.
• Strong knowledge of antenna theory, microwave engineering, RF system architecture, and antenna performance analysis.
• Experience using electromagnetic simulation tools such as HFSS, CST, or equivalent.
• Hands-on experience with RF test equipment, including signal generators, spectrum analysers, vector network analysers, and antenna measurement systems.
• Experience supporting antenna products through prototype development, verification, and manufacturing processes.

Desirable Experience

• Experience designing active electronically steerable phased array (AESA) antennas for LEO satellite user terminals.
• Knowledge of beamforming technologies, MMIC integration, polarisation solutions, radomes, and advanced antenna materials.
• Experience with PCB-based radiator technologies, metasurface antennas, and wide-scan-angle antenna designs.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and cost-effective approaches for high-volume antenna production.

Benefits
The company offers a competitive benefits package, including:

• Flexible time off and paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan with employer contributions
• Potential annual bonus opportunities based on company and individual performance

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced antenna engineer to contribute to the development of advanced satellite communication technologies and play a key role in shaping the future of global connectivity.

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Antenna & User Terminal Systems Engineer to play a key role in the development and deployment of next-generation satellite communications networks. This position will focus on the evaluation, design, integration, and validation of advanced user terminal (UT) technologies, supporting both fixed and mobile satellite connectivity applications.

The successful candidate will provide technical leadership across antenna technologies, modem integration, terminal architecture, and supplier engagement, helping to shape the future of high-performance broadband connectivity solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop technical requirements for satellite user terminal antenna systems, including modem integration and terminal architecture.
• Support the definition of antenna and modem performance requirements and assess emerging vendor technologies.
• Evaluate supplier-developed terminal solutions for performance, reliability, manufacturability, and scalability.
• Review integration strategies between antenna systems and modem technologies for future terminal designs.
• Recommend design improvements and new terminal concepts to achieve cost, performance, and reliability objectives.
• Define and oversee testing activities to validate system assumptions using antenna and user terminal prototypes.
• Develop supporting documentation, compliance matrices, and test requirements for terminal qualification and certification activities.
• Lead technical assessments of electronically steerable antenna (ESA) technologies, including next-generation and emerging solutions.
• Monitor developments in satellite communications, 5G antenna technologies, and industry interoperability standards.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to support product development and deployment activities.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline.
• Master’s degree in Engineering or a relevant technical field.
• PhD focused on electronically steerable antenna research is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in satellite antenna systems, user terminals, satellite communications, or related engineering disciplines.
• Experience with electronically steerable antenna technologies and modem integration.
• Experience supporting the deployment or commercialisation of ESA-based products is advantageous.

Technical Skills & Knowledge

• Strong background in the simulation, design, and testing of electronically steerable antennas for satellite communications.
• Knowledge of flat-panel antenna architectures and integration with a range of modem technologies.
• Familiarity with antenna control protocols and modem interoperability standards.
• Expertise in Ka-band antenna technologies for land mobile, aeronautical, maritime, and fixed communications applications.
• Understanding of satellite modems, gateway systems, RF equipment, and communications networks.
• Solid foundation in electromagnetics, phased array systems, and antenna architecture.
• Experience with RFIC selection, beamforming technologies, and array antenna manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of beam steering, beam shaping, and antenna control techniques.
• Ability to balance performance, cost, power consumption, and manufacturability in design decisions.
• Experience working with external suppliers and technology partners.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

What’s On Offer

• Opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge satellite communications programmes.
• Exposure to advanced antenna, modem, and user terminal technologies.
• Collaborative engineering environment working alongside industry-leading technical experts.
• Competitive compensation, bonus and benefits package.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities.

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Software Engineer to join a leading provider of flight simulation technology. You will develop real-time software used in state-of-the-art Full Flight Simulators and Fixed Training Devices that replicate the form, fit, and function of real aircraft flight decks.

This role sits at the heart of a major transformation programme and is ideal for someone who is hands-on, motivated, and eager to implement change in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities for the Software Engineer

• Develop real-time software for flight simulators, from control systems to graphical user interfaces.
• Support integration, testing, fault finding, and problem resolution on simulated systems.
• Contribute to the full product lifecycle, from requirements analysis through to customer acceptance and post-delivery support.

What You’ll Bring

• Strong C programming skills.
• Practical understanding of the Systems Engineering V-model and/or Software Development Lifecycle.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team, with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Degree in engineering, mathematics, science, or equivalent experience within aviation/aerospace engineering.

Desirable Skills

• Experience with safety-critical systems in aerospace, automotive, or related industries.
• Knowledge of C#, C++, web technologies (JavaScript, HTML), and Windows application development (Visual Studio).
• Familiarity with ARINC, AFDX, or CAN bus protocols.
• Experience using the Atlassian toolset (Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket, Bamboo).

Benefits

• 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), increasing with service, with the option to buy/sell up to 5 days.
• Private medical insurance (with optional family cover).
• Pension scheme with up to 7% employer contribution.
• Life assurance (4x salary, flexible up to 10x).
• Group income protection.
• Flexible benefits including healthcare cash plan, dental cover, gym membership, critical illness cover, and cycle-to-work scheme.
• Employee assistance programme for mental health and wellbeing.
• Subsidised staff restaurant and on-site parking with electric vehicle charging.

Why Join

• Challenging Projects: Work on cutting-edge flight simulators used by global aerospace organisations.
• Collaborative Environment: Partner with experts across systems, hardware, and software engineering.
• Innovative Technology: Develop next-generation simulation solutions, including avionics hardware and advanced control systems.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and advancement within a forward-thinking, global industry.

Eligibility: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to next-generation flight simulation technology, working with cutting-edge systems that enhance pilot training and aviation safety worldwide.

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Mission Operations Engineer to join a growing space operations team supporting complex satellite missions across their full lifecycle.

This is a broad and technically varied role, with responsibilities spanning mission development, operations preparation, launch and early operations, routine spacecraft operations, mission planning, spacecraft control, anomaly resolution and end-of-life activities.

Unlike more traditionally segmented operations positions, this role provides exposure across a wide range of mission operations disciplines. You’ll have the opportunity to influence operational concepts, develop new tools and processes, and help shape how a growing fleet of spacecraft is operated.

The Role

• Act as an Operations Technical Lead across missions and projects.
• Perform routine and critical real-time spacecraft operations.
• Take on a range of operational responsibilities including Mission Manager, Spacecraft Operations Engineer, Mission Planning and Spacecraft Controller.
• Develop and maintain mission operations procedures, tools, scripts and documentation.
• Support mission planning, scheduling, on-call operations and coordination with spacecraft, ground systems and flight dynamics teams.
• Contribute to mission operations concepts and requirements across space and ground segments.
• Support operations preparation, including operability requirements, FDIR and flight software analysis.
• Prepare and deliver mission operations training and simulation/rehearsal campaigns.
• Participate in major mission reviews and identify operational risks during mission development.
• Monitor spacecraft health and performance and investigate anomalies.
• Develop innovative operational solutions to enable a small team to efficiently control multiple spacecraft.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to less experienced team members.

The role is predominantly 9-to-5 with hybrid office/home working, although longer days and periods of consecutive onsite working will be required during critical mission phases.

About You

We’re looking for an experienced spacecraft operations professional who can operate confidently across multiple disciplines and remain calm and methodical during high-pressure mission activities.

Essential experience includes:

• Degree in a relevant engineering or scientific discipline.
• 5+ years’ experience within the satellite/space industry, ideally including real-time spacecraft operations.
• Experience operating LEO spacecraft across multiple mission phases.
• Strong knowledge of satellite subsystems, particularly AOCS/GNC and/or On-Board Data Handling.
• Experience with mission control systems, including procedure development, monitoring and control, mission planning and configuration management.
• Experience with spacecraft performance monitoring and anomaly investigation/resolution.
• Strong problem-solving and root-cause analysis capabilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work independently.
• Ability to remain calm, disciplined and accurate during critical mission operations.
• Ability to develop and implement innovative spacecraft operations concepts.
• Eligible to obtain, or currently holding, SC security clearance or higher.

Desirable Experience

Experience with the following would be advantageous:

• SCOS-2000 or similar mission control systems.
• Formation flying, rendezvous or close-proximity satellite operations.
• Spacecraft systems engineering.
• Flight dynamics and orbital mechanics.
• Operations preparation and mission planning tools.
• ECSS standards relating to ground systems and operations.
• Developing operational concepts for small, highly capable mission control teams.

What’s on Offer?

• Hybrid working in Oxfordshire.
• Optional 9-day fortnight working pattern.
• 25 days’ holiday, increasing with service, plus bank holidays.
• Private healthcare, life insurance and long-term sick pay.
• Relocation support may be available.
• Modern engineering and mission operations facilities.
• Collaborative and internationally diverse working environment.

This is a particularly strong opportunity for a Senior Mission Operations Engineer looking to broaden their responsibilities beyond traditional spacecraft control, with genuine influence over mission operations strategy, processes and execution.

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Hardware Engineer
Bournemouth, Dorset
Salary dependent on experience

Are you an electrical or electronic hardware engineer who enjoys technical variety and seeing your designs progress from concept through to manufacture and customer acceptance?
An international specialist in test and quality engineering solutions is seeking a Hardware Engineer to join its Bournemouth team. Working on bespoke test systems for aerospace, defence and other regulated industries, you’ll help develop practical solutions to complex engineering challenges.

The Role
You’ll design and develop electrical and electronic hardware for automated and manual test systems, working alongside systems, software, mechanical and production engineers.
Projects range from electronic and avionics test equipment to rack-mounted systems, data acquisition and control equipment, specialist maintenance benches and the modernisation of legacy systems. You’ll have the opportunity to contribute throughout the engineering lifecycle, from requirements capture and architecture through integration, commissioning and final acceptance.

Key Responsibilities

• Translate customer and system requirements into robust, practical hardware solutions.
• Design electrical and electronic hardware, including schematics, wiring diagrams and interface definitions.
• Select and integrate instrumentation, power supplies, switching systems, data acquisition and control equipment.
• Design or support bespoke electronic assemblies and PCBs where required.
• Produce specifications, bills of materials, design calculations, manufacturing information and test documentation.
• Contribute to project estimates, hardware costings and internal and customer design reviews.
• Support procurement, manufacture, assembly and system integration.
• Investigate and resolve design, integration and component-level faults.
• Support verification, validation, factory acceptance testing, installation and commissioning.
• Contribute to equipment safety assessments, CE/UKCA conformity and the management of technical risks and component obsolescence.

What You’ll Bring

• A degree, HNC/HND or equivalent practical experience in electrical, electronic, aerospace engineering or a related discipline.
• Relevant electrical or electronic hardware design experience, with a sound understanding of analogue and digital electronics.
• Experience developing equipment through the engineering lifecycle.
• Confidence selecting and integrating electronic components, instrumentation or commercial hardware.
• The ability to produce clear schematics, wiring information and supporting technical documentation.
• Practical diagnostic and fault-finding skills, ideally to component level.
• An understanding of manufacturing, assembly, integration and test processes.
• A structured approach to problem-solving, strong communication skills and the ability to take ownership of engineering tasks.
• Awareness of cost, schedule, technical risk and configuration control.
• A full driving licence valid in the UK and the ability to meet the employer’s vehicle-insurance requirements.
• The right to work in the UK.

 
Desirable Experience
Experience in any of the following would be advantageous; you do not need to cover every area:

• Automated or special-to-type test equipment.
• Aerospace, defence, space, rail, energy or another regulated sector.
• 19-inch rack systems, electrical cabinets and associated wiring.
• Instrumentation, data acquisition, signal conditioning or control systems.
• PCB design using Altium, KiCad, OrCAD or similar tools.
• Microcontroller firmware, FPGA design or power electronics.
• Ethernet, RS-232, RS-422, RS-485, CAN, SPI or I²C.
• National Instruments hardware, LabVIEW or TestStand.
• Electrical CAD, EMC compliance, electrical safety or CE/UKCA conformity.
• Legacy-system upgrades, obsolescence management or equipment designed for long service life.

 
Security Requirements
Applicants must be eligible to obtain and maintain the UK national security clearance required for the role. Depending on project allocation, additional nationality, residency or export-control restrictions may apply.

To apply, please submit your CV outlining your relevant hardware design and engineering experience.