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Robotic System Engineer

An experienced and motivated robotics system engineer with a strong background in space, aerospace, or other technical industries is sought for this exciting opportunity at a state-of-the-art facility based in Harwell, UK.

This role offers the chance to join a friendly, skilled, and dynamic team within a rapidly growing organization. As a senior member of the payload team, you will lead specific aspects of project work, mentor team members, and provide subject matter expertise to support the design, development, testing, and operations of unique capture systems for missions under demanding timescales. Collaboration across engineering functions and suppliers globally is a key aspect of this role.

In this position, you will contribute to addressing the critical challenge of orbital debris, working to ensure space remains a valuable asset for humanity.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review robotics system requirements and verification strategies (at spacecraft, subsystem, and unit levels) for on-orbit servicing missions.
• Review inputs from and lead co-engineering sessions with robotics suppliers to assess system suitability for specific missions and ensure compatibility.
• Plan and support the design of innovative technology and hardware, including unit modules and ground support equipment, to meet mission requirements.
• Collaborate with experts in other engineering disciplines (mechanical, thermal, software, electrical, etc.) to solve complex problems.
• Work with the AIV team to ensure robotics designs consider manufacturing, assembly, integration, and testing ease.
• Define and perform hardware-related activities throughout spacecraft design, development, AIV phases, and launch campaigns.
• Generate and maintain systems documentation, including specifications, ICDs, procedures, reports, technical notes, and design descriptions.
• Prepare inputs for project lifecycle reviews (e.g., PDR, CDR).
• Support procurement by engaging with the manufacturing supply chain and suppliers.
• Contribute to broader organizational projects and activities.

Essential Skills

• Degree in robotics, systems engineering, aerospace engineering, or another relevant discipline (Bachelor’s, Master’s, or equivalent).
• 5–10+ years of robotics experience.
• Proven experience in leading complex, safety-critical mechanism design lifecycles from concept through analysis, testing, and operations.
• Professional experience in robotics analysis, design/procurement, and testing, ideally for spacecraft.
• Deep understanding of robotics design and its challenges in the space environment.
• Knowledge of trade-offs in robotics system design, selection, and application.
• Familiarity with robotics suppliers, products, and R&D trends.
• Understanding of spacecraft mission lifecycles and milestones (e.g., MDR, PDR, CDR).
• Strong system engineering skills and requirements management experience across full project lifecycles.
• Expertise in designing innovative hardware and solving complex engineering problems under tight schedules.

Desirable Skills

• Experience addressing robotics design challenges in the space sector.
• Knowledge of manipulator technologies for on-orbit servicing.
• Familiarity with magnetism and magnetic properties in capture mechanisms.
• Experience using CAD tools such as SolidWorks, CATIA, NX, CREO, or similar, and PDM.
• Proficiency in multi-body dynamics modeling tools like Hyperworks.
• Ability to model and simulate kinematic systems and robotics.
• Skills in data processing and automation using VBA or Python.
• Broad knowledge of topics like debris removal, end-of-life missions, and in-orbit servicing.
• Proactive mindset with the ability to clarify objectives, manage changes, and apply sound engineering judgment in uncertain situations.
• Leadership and management experience.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Work with a diverse, talented international team using cutting-edge technology.
• Flexible working arrangements around core hours.
• Hybrid working options (role-dependent).
• 25 days holiday (increasing up to 28 days) plus 8 bank holidays.
• Life insurance and long-term sick pay.
• Private healthcare (taxable benefit).
• Relocation allowance.
• Visa sponsorship available (UK only).
• Access to modern office and cleanroom facilities.
• Regular social events.

Holt Executive are supporting a world leader in global communication and technology with a crucial hire for a Compliance & Licensing Specialist – Government and Regulatory Affairs.

We are seeking a Compliance & Licensing Specialist – Government and Regulatory Affairs to join a dynamic team. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence and support a global, cutting-edge telecommunications portfolio, ensuring compliance and maintaining robust licensing systems.

Key Responsibilities for the Compliance & Licensing Specialist – Government and Regulatory Affairs:

• License Management: Maintain and enhance the licensing database, ensuring it evolves to meet business needs. Track the status of existing licenses and applications, ensuring timely updates.
• Compliance Oversight: Coordinate compliance deadlines, prepare reports, and fulfil regulatory requirements in collaboration with internal stakeholders.
• Regulatory Submissions: Develop and maintain templates and precedents for licensing applications. Support the preparation and submission of regulatory filings, working closely with internal teams to gather necessary inputs.
• Strategic Evaluation: Assess national licensing requirements in alignment with network operations and other business activities.
• Cross-Functional collaboration: Partner with business, technical, legal, and accounting teams to facilitate thorough internal reviews and ensure accurate regulatory submissions.

 
 Experience and qualifications for the Compliance & Licensing Specialist – Government and Regulatory Affairs:

• Proven experience in government and regulatory affairs, particularly with telecommunications licensing.
• Adept in collaborating and communicating effectively with leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Initiative-driven and adaptable to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment, with commitment to meeting deadlines consistently.
• Willingness to travel up to 20%.

If your qualifications and experience align with this Compliance & Licensing Specialist – Government and Regulatory Affairs opportunity, we encourage you to submit your CV to info@holtexecutive.com for consideration. 

Holt Executive is proud to exclusively partner with a world leader in global communication and technology to assist in securing a key hire for the role of Global Regulatory & Licensing Lead – Telecommunication.

An experienced Global Regulatory & Licensing Lead – Telecommunication professional is sought to join a dynamic government and regulatory affairs team, to lead global licensing efforts in government and regulatory affairs, managing authorizations to support worldwide service delivery.

Key Responsibilities for the Global Regulatory & Licensing Lead – Telecommunication:

• Develop and execute global licensing strategies aligned with business priorities and regional insights.
• Act as the primary contact for licensing and market access.
• Manage intricate licensing projects, tracking and communicating progress on a country-by-country basis.
• Collaborate with regulatory teams to resolve application barriers.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to gather inputs and review licensing materials.
• Create templates for applications that showcase service offerings and network asset technical details.
• Engage with business teams to understand product roadmaps, provide feedback on licensing considerations, and align with deployment priorities.
• Evaluate national licensing requirements for planned network operations and business activities.
• Maintain and update the global licensing database in collaboration with team members and IT resources.
• Ensure compliance with licensing obligations by managing the license portfolio effectively.

Key Experience for the Global Regulatory & Licensing Lead – Telecommunication:

• Proven experience in government and regulatory affairs with a focus on telecommunications licensing.
• Strong teamwork skills and the ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with leadership and teammates.
• Exceptional administrative and organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proactive, adaptable, and capable of managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment with meeting deadlines consistently. 
• Willingness to travel up to 20%.

 If your qualifications and experience align with this Global Licensing Lead opportunity, we encourage you to submit your CV to info@holtexecutive.com for consideration. 

The Quality Management team provides support to projects in order to ensure that customer requirements are met. It works independently of projects, verifying compliance with product assurance (PA) requirements. It also operates at company level to ensure compliance with the ISO 9001 standard.

Under the responsibility of the Quality Manager, your role will be to:

• Act as a PA engineer on projects:
• Analyse the customer’s SW PA requirements and prepare the project specific SW product assurance plan taking into account the criticality of the software
• Ensure conformance with SW engineering and PA requirements during a project execution and promptly report deviations
• Provide regular reports on SW product assurance activities
• Participate in SW project reviews with our customers such as ESA and CNES
• Work on the company quality management system:
• Maintain quality management system documentation
• Collaborate on enhancing software standards, methodologies and tools
• Conduct internal audits

Profile:

• Master’s Degree in Engineering
• Several years’ experience in software product assurance
• Experience with ECSS or NASA Space software standards
• Additional expertise in (or knowledge of) the following areas would be considered as an asset for this position:
• Experience with IT tools such as GitLab, Jenkins, Redmine, SonarQube …
• Agile practices
• Quality assurance for Machine Learning models
• (Cyber-)security assurance
• Hands-on experience with static code analysis and tools
• Knowledge of software DO standards (DO-178, DO-254)
• A sound level of technical English is essential, both for reading technical documents and for drafting documentation
• You are service-oriented and willing to listen and respond to your colleagues’ needs.

Offer:

• Permanent employment contract within a stimulating and dynamic environment.
• Competitive salary package in line with your qualification and experience.
• Opportunity to put your mark on exciting projects.
• Integration into a human-sized company committed to the well-being of its employees.

Holt Executive are currently partnered with a global leader in Space and Satellite sustainability, a dynamic and rapidly growing technology innovator who are making hugely positive contributions to the growing problem of orbital space debris.

They require a Product Assurance Manager to lead assurance aspects of the spacecraft, from suppliers and subsystems to spacecraft integration and ground segment assurance.

This opportunity offers a comprehensive benefits package, featuring visa sponsorship and relocation package.

Responsibilities for the Product Assurance Manager:

• Lead Product and Quality Assurance activities within project teams
• Liaise with Customers’ PA and QA representatives
• Support Supplier and Subcontractor related PA and QA activities, including assessment of supplier approaches, policies and processes, lead audits, and support ongoing supplier management activities
• Review materials, parts and processes against PA and technical requirements
• Generate Product Assurance documentation for projects, and implement assurance plans as required
• Witness manufacturing and testing activities and provide input as required

Skills & Experience required by the Product Assurance Manager:

• Ability to lead functional groups with respect to associated assurance requirements
• Organizational and schedule management skills
• Flexibility to adapt with changes in plans and schedules
• Excellent technical English written/verbal communication and presentation skills

• 5 years of experience in Product Assurance and /or Quality Assurance, preferably in Space or Aerospace Sectors

Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Opportunity to work with a highly talented international team working on cutting edge technology
• Flexible working around core hours
• Hybrid working available (dependent on individual role requirements)
• 25 days holiday (increasing yearly up to a maximum of 28 days) + 8 days Bank Holiday
• Life insurance and long-term sick pay
• Private healthcare (taxable benefit)

 If your skills and experience match this Product Assurance Manager opportunity, we encourage you to apply now!  

Holt Executive are partnered with a global leader in Space and Satellite sustainability, a dynamic and rapidly growing technology innovator who are making hugely positive contributions to the growing problem of orbital space debris.

They require a Ground Segment Architect to support and strengthen the Ground Segment Team, bringing a wealth of technical experience and expertise to advance the company’s position in a hugely innovative and exciting industry.

In this Ground Segment Architect role, you will work closely alongside the Chief Engineer and take ownership of critical projects to ensure on time delivery and exceeding expectations.

The company offer hybrid working, flexible hours, and a comprehensive benefits package, featuring visa sponsorship and relocation package. You will join a team of highly talented engineers working on cutting edge technology, in their office and cleanroom facility in Oxford.

Responsibilities for the Ground Segment Architect:

• Technical Decisions for Projects: Define and document multi-mission support Ground Segment design, internal and external interfaces. Receive the Engineering Director’s delegation of authority in relation to technical decisions, and become the key referent in case of technical queries that cannot be managed by the respective teams.
• Roadmap the Ground Segment Development: In collaboration with the ground segment group manager, define the ground segment roadmap, driving for a multi-mission support.

• Problem Resolution: Work across the engineering teams to ensure problems are managed from identification through to resolution. Help resolve technical problems as and when they arise.
• Project and Technical Development Reviews: Oversee the technical development and implementation of assigned programs in the relevant project reviews, and guide teams accordingly.
• Engineering Processes and Procedures: In collaboration with the Ground segment Group Manager, ensure quality of standards and procedures across engineering, defining, mapping and proposing processes and procedures.

Skills & Experience Required by the Ground Segment Architect:

• Masters engineering degree in an associated field.  
• At least 10-15+ years’ experience in their areas of expertise.
• Experienced people manager.
• Experienced in the development & design of ground segments and systems.
• Experience at spacecraft level in a systems architecture role.
• Experience working with businesses delivering long-term complex projects and programmes. 

 
If your skills and experience match this exciting Ground Segment Architect opportunity, we encourage you to apply now!

Are you an experienced Electronics Engineer ready to lead and innovate?

Holt Executive are partnered with a leading design and manufacturing business that specialises in electro-optics and supplies to a variety of markets across the globe.

Our partner is seeking a Principal Electronics Engineer to help lead electronics design within a team of 15 engineers, providing significant experience and insight to project development and acting as a role model for less experienced engineers, engaging in substantial R&D developments and analytical research.

The role is anticipated to be dual Electrical and Electronic, with the following definitions:

• Electronics Engineer providing expertise of circuit design, components, and PCB technology. Working in technology areas of EMC, Power Management, Servo Control, processor interfacing and communications.
• Electrical Engineer providing expertise in the realms of power and signal transmission over wired medium with ability to define and objectively review an overall architecture, including power management, system wiring and knowledge of production processes.

Key Responsibilities for the Principal Electronics Engineer:

• The role will often include leading headline projects for the business and will be expected to set the standards of good engineering practice, leading by example, and often be seen as an expert in their given field. The Principal Engineer is expected to proactively review and enhance engineering processes, with inherent drive and passion for innovating all aspects of work.
• Regular communication with senior management, directors and key customers, and often helping to support development of bids, proposals and acquisition of new business.
• Take a lead role in developing or enhancing technology within the business, providing subject matter expertise for technology areas and apply these to R&D development activities or projects.
• Take technical leadership of multi-disciplined projects, with ability to foster a culture a systematic approach.
• Take a line management supporting role to support other engineers as part of a smaller sub team overseeing development, training and support needs.

Key Skills & Experience for the Principal Electronics Engineer:

• Strong degree in a related discipline accredited by the IET.
• Typically, 10 years relevant experience expected.
• Experience of leading and supervising projects or people.
• Solid all-round theoretical and practical understanding of electronics designs.
• Ability to complete analysis-based activities i.e. (circuit emulation, performance, or power budgets).
• Ability to highlight key project risks, schedules, mitigations and identify critical design activities.
• Overall awareness of the full project lifecycle ranging from bids through to continuing customer support.
• A proven track record of innovation-based approaches to all aspects of engineering/leadership.
• Ability to investigate and fault find technical problems at PCB or system level, with capability to identify root cause or procedural reforms.

Company Benefits:

• 37.5 hour working week.
• Lunchtime finishes on a Friday.
• 28 days annual leave.
• Christmas closure.
• Group pension plan – matched contributions up to 5%.
• Income protection scheme and Employee Assistance Programme.
• Employee Help@Hand service gives you and your family access to 4 key services including remote GP service, second opinion, mental health pathway service and physiotherapy consultations.
• Life assurance policy, including bereavement counselling and probate helpline.
• Company shares incentive plan and save-as-you-earn scheme.
• Group electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme.

Security Clearance Requirements:

Due to the nature of the business, applicants need to be able to obtain UK Security Clearance as a mandated requirement. Therefore, if successful, you will need to provide proof of identity, employment history and right to work in the UK, along with proof of UK residency for at least five years.

If your skills and experience match this Principal Electronics Engineer opportunity, we encourage you to apply now!

Join our client and leverage your expertise and leadership in electronics design to make a significant impact!

Holt Executive is partnered with a leading electro-optics design and manufacturing business, seeking a Senior Electronics Engineer to join their expanding Engineering team. If you are passionate about innovation and leadership in electronics design, this role is for you.

As a Senior Electronics Engineer, you will play a key role in developing cutting-edge electronics and leading a talented team. Your expertise will drive innovation, ensuring high standards of engineering practice and project success.

Key Responsibilities for the Senior Electronics Engineer:

• Expertise in circuit design, components, and PCB technology.
• Work in EMC, Power Management, Servo Control, processor interfacing, and communications.
• Define and review overall architecture, including power management and system wiring.
• Lead by example, setting standards for good engineering practices.
• Drive innovation within the department, regularly communicating with senior management, customers, and stakeholders.
• Lead the development or enhancement of technology, providing subject matter expertise for R&D projects.
• Technical leadership of multi-disciplined projects, fostering a systematic approach and delivering solutions to customers.
• Provide insights into resource planning and support other engineers through training and development.

 
Key Skills and Experience for the Senior Electronics Engineer:

• Strong degree in a related discipline accredited by the IET, with typically 6 years of relevant experience.
• Proven experience in leading or supervising projects or teams.
• Solid theoretical and practical understanding of electrical and electronic designs.
• Ability to perform analysis-based activities such as circuit emulation and power budgets.
• Capability to assess and highlight key project risks and design activities.
• Awareness of the full project lifecycle from bid development to customer support.
• Proven track record of innovation-based approaches in engineering and leading, managing, or mentoring engineers.
• Ability to investigate and fault-find technical problems at PCB or system level.
• Experience with Embedded Software Design, including ARM/KEIL.
• Knowledge of EMC to military standards and managing issues at architecture and embedded levels.
• Understanding of motors and drive technology, with skills in control systems analysis.
• Proficiency in analysis and simulation tools such as Python, MATLAB, Simulink, LT-Spice, Simetrix.
• Familiarity with management tools like JIRA, Confluence, MS Project.
• Expertise in PCB design tools such as Altium, Cadence OrCAD.
• Familiarity with design resilience techniques like Failure Mode Effects Analysis.
• Awareness of Lightning Direct and Indirect Effects.

 Company Benefits:

• 37.5-hour work week with lunchtime finishes on Fridays.
• 28 days annual leave and Christmas closure.
• Employee Help@Hand Service providing access to remote GP services, second opinions, mental health support, and physiotherapy consultations.
• Life Assurance Policy, including Bereavement Counselling and Probate Helpline.
• Company Share Incentive Plan and Save as You Earn Scheme.
• Wellbeing initiatives, including access to the Aviva Wellbeing App and regular wellbeing activities.
• Employee discount scheme, including access to a wellbeing hub.
• Excellent Learning & Development opportunities.

 
Security Clearance Requirements:
Due to the nature of our business, our staff need to be able to obtain UK Security Clearance as a mandated requirement. Therefore, if successful, you will need to provide proof of identity, employment history and right to work in the UK, along with proof of UK residency for at least five years.

If your skills and experience match this exciting Senior Electronics Engineer opportunity, we encourage you to apply now!

Holt Executive are partnered with a global leader in Space sustainability, a dynamic and rapidly growing technology innovator who are making hugely positive contributions to tackle the growing problem of orbital space debris.

They require a Senior Ground Systems Engineer to be involved in the whole ground segment development process, from conceptual design to maintenance, playing a key role by interfacing with the Mission Systems and Operations teams.

The company offers hybrid working and flexible hours, and you will join a team of highly talented engineers working on cutting edge technology, in their state-of-the-art office and cleanroom facility in Oxford.

Visa sponsorship and relocation package can be offered for this role.

Responsibilities for the Senior Ground Systems Engineer:

• Participate in/lead the development of ground systems including Mission Control System, Mission Planning System, Ground Stations Interface System.
• Derive requirements for the ground segment.
• Interface with the external suppliers’ teams acting as a Product Owner or Technical Officer and provide support to the development team during the ground segment development phase.
• Produce and maintain project documentation to good standard including requirements, verification and validation plan, test procedures, test reports, etc.
• Perform verification & validation of the systems with other team members.

 
Skills and Experience required by the Senior Ground Systems Engineer:

• University degree in Computer Science, Telecommunications, or other relevant engineering discipline.
• 5+ years of industry experience in satellite ground systems engineering.
• Good knowledge of the main components of a ground segment (for example, mission control system, mission planning system).
• Good knowledge of Requirements Engineering, system integration, verification and validation.

 Benefits:

• Relocation package and visa sponsorship (if applicable)
• Flexible working around core hours
• Hybrid working
• 25 days holiday (increasing yearly up to a maximum of 28 days)
• Life insurance and long-term sick pay
• Private healthcare

If your skills and experience match this Senior Ground Systems Engineer  opportunity, we encourage you to apply by sending your CV now! 

Holt Executive are currently partnered with a global leader in Space sustainability, a dynamic and rapidly growing technology innovator who are making hugely positive contributions to tackle the growing problem of orbital space debris.

They require a Bid Manager to develop bids and secure funding in support of a number of Business Development related areas including proposal production for commercial sales.

This role would suit someone with past experience in bids, ideally in the spacecraft sector or in complex engineering services or products, who wishes to grow responsibility in the end-to-end delivery of bids.
 

Responsibilities for the Bid Manager:
 
Bid Capture Management

• Take responsibility for managing and coordinating entire bids, or parts of bids as required, through the bid process from call opening all the way to bid submission.
• Control overall production of the bid volumes to ensure delivery on schedule.
• Draw on other relevant teams as needed, including: projects, engineering, procurement & contractual, finance, business analysis.
• Ensure bid execution according to bid PA/QA philosophy; conduct bid/no bid reviews and later stage bid reviews as appropriate.
• Control bid finances, working with finance team and with external partners.
• Support account management efforts with UKSA (UK Space Agency) or ESA (European Space Agency) as directed.

BD Team Support

• Keep track of bid opportunities including sources such as ESA, EU, UKSA and make propositions as to what future projects fit which opportunities.
• Maintain a database of future projects suitable for different bid types and opportunities, and work with the business team to support prioritisation of projects and R&D, feeding into service and capability strategy.
• Support business analysis team to evolve customer and competitor analyses.

 
Experience required by the Bid Manager:

• 2+ years’ experience working in bid management in the space industry, with a preference for those with experience of the full lifecycle of UKSA or ESA bids e.g. ARTES, GSTP, ITTs, UKSA SST programme.
• Excellent understanding of UKSA ecosystem, UKSA member states or other member state discussions and negotiations.
• Experience working with UKSA or ESA on space programmes.
• An excellent “sales / marketing style” in bid production which can be used to convey the selling points of the business, and to construct competitive but deliverable bids and commercial proposals.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and written/verbal communication skills including to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Passion for and understanding of the space industry and ecosystem.
• Experience of ESA bid financials.

 
Benefits

• Flexible working around core hours in a friendly and supportive environment.
• Hybrid working available.
• Optional 9/75 working pattern (9-day working fortnight).
• 25 days holiday (increasing yearly up to a maximum of 28 days) + 8 days Bank Holiday.
• Life insurance and long-term sick pay.
• Private healthcare.
• Relocation allowance.
• New state of the art office and cleanroom facility.

 
 
If your skills and experience match this Bid Manager opportunity, we encourage you to apply now!