Satellite space system engineer Work, Jobs in England (with Salaries)

Software Engineer (Space applications)
Unbound Orbits Limited —London
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- C++
- In-person
- Communication skills
- Life insurance
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Electronics Engineer (Space applications)
Unbound Orbits Limited —London
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Schematics
- System design
- Programmable logic controllers
- Life insurance
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Satellite Payload Processing Engineer
Open Cosmos —Didcot
- Hybrid work
- English
- Python
Ground Segment DevOps Engineer (Luxembourg and UK)
ClearSpace —Chandigarh
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- DevOps
- SQL
- Scripting
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Cryptography Engineer
Lockheed Martin Corporation —Newcastle upon Tyne
- £72,500 - £90,000 a year
- Full-time
- University
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
Radiation and Nuclear Hardening Engineer
AIRBUS Defence and Space Limited —Portsmouth
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Travel
- Free parking
- Employee assistance programme
Ground Integrated Project Team Engineer
Lockheed Martin Corporation —Havant
- £81,000 - £100,500 a year
- Full-time
- University
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
RF Payload Engineer
Lockheed Martin Corporation —Newcastle upon Tyne
- £93,000 - £116,000 a year
- Full-time
- University
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
Electronics Engineer – Satellite Manufacturing (AIT Production)
Open Cosmos —Didcot
- Hybrid work
- English
Applied AI Engineer: Space & EO (Data)
Open Cosmos —Didcot
- Hybrid work
- English
- Machine learning
- APIs
Attitude and Orbit Control System Engineer
BAE Systems —Alton
- Hybrid work
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Head of Systems
AIRBUS Defence and Space Limited —Portsmouth
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Travel
- Agile
- Free parking
- Employee assistance programme
Embedded Electronics Engineer
Open Cosmos —Didcot
- Hybrid work
Mechanical Engineer – Satellite Manufacturing (AIT Production)
Open Cosmos —Didcot
- Hybrid work
- CAD
- Mechanical knowledge
Senior Space Systems Engineer, International Government
Viasat, Inc. —London
- Full-time
- Engineering
- Maths
- Project management
Spacecraft Platform Engineer
Lockheed Martin Corporation —Newcastle upon Tyne
- £93,000 - £116,000 a year
- Full-time
- University
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
Satellite Electrical Power Systems Engineer
NewOrbit Space —Reading
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Agile
- Communication skills
- Relocation assistance
Propulsion Systems Engineer
Open Cosmos —Didcot
- Hybrid work
- Schematics
- English
Satcom Mission Analysis Engineer
Open Cosmos —Didcot
- Hybrid work
- English
RAMS Engineer
Open Cosmos —Didcot
- Hybrid work
- English
- Analysis skills
- Scripting

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Software Engineer (Space applications)

Unbound Orbits Limited
London

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time

Benefits

Life insurance

Qualifications

FPGA
Git
C++
SoC
C
Communication skills
Python

Full job description

About Unbound

At Unbound, we design and build the key technologies that enable the emerging In-Orbit Servicing, Assembly and Manufacturing (ISAM) ecosystem - cameras, sensors, and processing units that let spacecraft inspect, repair, and extend the life of satellites already in space. We are a small and highly-experienced team solving some of the hardest problems in the space industry.

Our aim is to enable great people to move fast: quick to hardware, quick to testing, quick to orbit!

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Software Engineer who can lead the development of embedded and application-level software for our space-based payloads, from low-level firmware running on flight hardware through to ground-side tools and operational software.

What you’ll get to do:

Work hands-on with hardware that goes to orbit,
Make decisions that shape our products from day one,
Work alongside a highly experienced, cross-disciplinary team,
Build hardware, test it and learn in fast iterations,
Enjoy a modern central London office with flexible hybrid working options.

Key Responsibilities

Lead software architecture trade-offs to support a diverse range of different in-orbit servicing missions,
Translate mission and payload requirements into software functional decompositions
Design and implement high-level control loops that orchestrate payload behaviour: mode machine, state transitions, algorithm development,
Develop embedded firmware for microcontrollers and FPGA/SoC platforms,
Implement image acquisition, processing, and on-board AI algorithms that run on resource-constrained flight hardware,
Develop control software for motors, actuators, and sensor readout systems,
Collaborate with electronics engineers on hardware-firmware integration,
Select, evaluate, and monitor the suppliers providing software,
Support flight operations, anomaly investigation, and in-orbit software updates when needed.

Our software stack spans a wide range of domains. You may not have experience in all of these, but you should be comfortable working across several of these. We work with specialist partners on elements of the flight software, and you'll play a key role in directing and integrating that work.

Desired Qualifications

Demonstrated experience in developing embedded or systems-level software, ideally (but not necessarily) in the space industry,
Strong proficiency in C and/or C++, and python,
Experience in one or more of: FPGA/SoC software development, real-time operating systems (RTOS), image processing, AI/ML deployment.
Familiarity with spacecraft communication protocols (SpaceWire, CCSDS) or similar
Familiarity with version control (Git), CI/CD, and software quality practices appropriate for safety-critical or high-reliability systems,
Highly organised, independent, and proactive working style with the ability to manage competing priorities and drive initiatives forward without constant supervision,
Excellent communication skills across all levels, capable of translating complex technical concepts for diverse audiences.

Don’t meet every requirement? Apply anyway. We’d rather talk to someone with the right curiosity and drive than pass on a great engineer. If this role excites you, we want to hear from you.

What Unbound Offers

25 days of annual holiday plus a dedicated office shutdown period between Christmas and New Year,
Hybrid working model with a balanced expectation of 3 days in the office per week,
Benefits such as medical, dental, and life insurance,
Annual training budget that you personally control, allowing you to invest in professional development, certifications, or learning opportunities aligned with your career goals.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Application question(s):

Are you willing to work from Unbound's London office at least 3 days a week?
Do you require visa sponsorship to work in the UK?

Work Location: In person

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