spacecraft engineer jobs in Glasgow

We are seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer (Rust) to join our Platform team (folks looking after the spacecraft). The successful candidate will play a crucial role in developing software for our satellite systems, contributing to the expansion and enhancement of our space-based data collection capabilities. Ideal candidates will embrace the commercialization of nanosatellite...

You will be responsible for commanding our spacecraft and planning their daily activities. Day to day, this involves: in-orbit testing of new spacecraft, tracking KPIs and optimising mission operations, working with our ground segment team to develop automated processes, investigating in-orbit anomalies, writing plans/procedures and participating in ground test campaigns.

Job Description Electronics Engineer Hybrid Working - 3 days onsite per week The Company A technology innovator developing advanced satellite platforms and mission-ready hardware. You’ll join a multidisciplinary team pushing the boundaries of spacecraft performance, reliability, and manufacturability. The Role As an Electronics Engineer, you’ll take ownership of designing and integrating...

Job Description Permanent | Space Systems | Hardware, Autonomy, and Innovation We’re supporting a pioneering deep-tech company building autonomous spacecraft systems that can sense, think, and act independently in orbit. Their technology is redefining how we protect and operate satellites in space, and they’re now looking for an Avionics Engineer to help design and deliver the next generation...

Job Description Satellite Electrical Power Systems Engineer (NewSpace) Location: Reading, Berkshire Employment Type: Full-Time | On-Site Package: Competitive Salary + Benefits + Relocation Support Are you an Electrical Power Systems specialist passionate about defining power architectures for next-generation satellite platforms operating at the edge of what’s possible? On offer is the...

A leading New Space company in Glasgow is looking for a Head of Engineering to lead their dynamic engineering operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for staffing decisions, operational performance metrics, and ensuring the engineering team meets project milestones. Strong leadership, experience in spacecraft engineering, and effective communication skills are essential. This...

You will play a critical role working with the Senior Leadership Team where you will be accountable for providing leadership to engineering team in delivering commercial and operational priorities.

About Spire Spire Global is a space‐to‐cloud analytics company that owns and operates the largest multi‐purpose constellation of satellites. Its proprietary data and algorithms provide the most advanced maritime, aviation, and weather tracking in the world. In addition to its constellation, Spire's data infrastructure includes a global ground‐station network and 24/7 operations that provide...

A leading aerospace firm located in Glasgow, Scotland is seeking a Head of Engineering to lead their engineering function. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in spacecraft engineering and demonstrate proven leadership capabilities. Responsibilities include managing engineering capacity, ensuring quality and safety metrics, and driving continuous improvement across a collaborative...

You will ensure effective personnel management, operational performance, and project delivery within a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree and extensive experience in spacecraft engineering along with strong leadership skills. This role offers the opportunity for hybrid working, allowing for a balanced work-life approach.

Join to apply for the HEAD OF ENGINEERING – GLASGOW role at AAC Clyde SpaceAbout This RoleWe are looking for a Head of Engineering to join our Glasgow Operations team in Scotland. This opportunity is ideal for someone looking for leadership responsibility and their next challenge in a technical capacity in an environment that is both dynamic and fast paced with exciting missions and challenging...

Job Description Avionics Engineer (NewSpace) Location: Reading, Berkshire Employment Type: Full-Time | On-Site Package: Competitive Salary + Equity + Benefits + Flexible PTO Are you an avionics engineer passionate about building flight-ready spacecraft hardware that performs flawlessly in extreme orbital environments? On offer is the opportunity to join a high-growth space company pushing...

We are looking for a Spacecraft Software Engineer (GNSS) to join our team working at the intersection of satellite payloads, scientific computing, and data delivery systems. In this role, you'll be responsible for developing and maintaining both the flight and ground software that powers our satellite-based GNSS missions. You’ll work across system layers—from embedded software to cloud data...

A leading aerospace firm is seeking a Head of Engineering to manage their engineering function in Glasgow, Scotland. If you would like to know a bit more about this opportunity, or are considering applying, then please read the following job information. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in spacecraft engineering along with proven leadership capabilities. Key responsibilities...

You will play a critical role working with the Senior Leadership Team, accountable for providing leadership to the engineering team in delivering commercial and operational priorities including load and capacity, resource management, people development, organisational structure and establishing standard processes for safe, quality and repeatable designs for production.

Job Description We are seeking an experienced Software Engineer to join our Sat OS team (which develops the high-level operating system for the spacecraft). The successful candidate will play a crucial role in developing software for our satellite systems, contributing to the expansion and enhancement of our space-based payload execution and data collection capabilities. Ideal candidates will...

We are seeking an experienced Software Engineer to join our Sat OS team (which develops the high-level operating system for the spacecraft). The successful candidate will play a crucial role in developing software for our satellite systems, contributing to the expansion and enhancement of our space-based payload execution and data collection capabilities. Ideal candidates will embrace the...

We are seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer to join our Platform team (folks looking after the spacecraft). The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting other disciplines by focusing on the embedded software aspects of our satellite systems. The Platform team interfaces directly with many engineering groups to conduct R&D, design, manufacturing, and operations...

As a GNC/AOCS Engineer - Avionics at Spire, you will operate as part of a technical team who maintains responsibility across the full lifecycle of the Spire GNC product and its subcomponents. The GNC team interfaces directly with many engineering groups to conduct R&D, design, manufacturing, and operations activities, ultimately ensuring all current and future spacecraft systems satisfy their...

You will help design, prototype and support IP-based communications for LEO networks and work closely with teams across software, RF, and hardware. If you enjoy hands-on engineering, solving real problems, and learning new technologies, this role will give you room to grow and make an impact.

You will design, prototype, and improve the systems and software that keep our constellation connected.