Permanent

Space Satellite Systems Engineer

Expert Employment
Portsmouth, PO2 8QQ
money-bag 75000 - 98000 Per Annum None
Posted: 05 June 2026 (5 days ago)
Closing date: 05 July 2026
Ref: 2673

About the Role

The Space Satellite Systems Engineer in Portsmouth leads technical discussions and decision-making for satellite system development. This permanent role, offering £75,000 to £98,000 annually, requires driving space systems engineering for UK defence, security, and space clients. Key responsibilities include providing input on space system technology and integration, alongside experience in satellite assembly, integration, and testing. Candidates need commercial experience in aerospace or space satellite system development, familiarity with European Cooperation for Space Standardization (ECSS) processes, and space mission delivery. SC security clearance is required, with Developed Vetting (DV) preferred. The position involves guiding space system technology and integration.

Space satellite Systems Engineer required to drive Space Systems Engineering client missions for UK defence, security, and space bodies
Skills
Space or Aerospace satellite system development commercial experience.
European Cooperation for Space Standardization or ECSS systems engineering processes knowledge.
Space mission delivery.
Assembly, integration, and testing of satellites.
SC security clearance required ideally DV.
Responsibilities
Lead technical discussions and decision making of satellite system development.
Space system technology and integration input.

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