Are you ready to take your spacecraft operations experience to the next level? A leading UK-based space technology company is seeking a Mission Operations Engineer to join their dynamic team.

This is a unique opportunity to be part of multiple innovative space missions, contributing to everything from feasibility studies and system development to launch, LEOP, mission execution, and decommissioning.

You'll work across all phases of mission development, integrating responsibilities typically divided among multiple roles – Spacecraft Operator, Controller, Analyst, Operations Engineer, and Systems Engineer.

If you’re excited by the idea of working in a hands-on, fast-moving, and impact-driven environment, this could be the ideal role for you.

(Relocation support & visa sponsorship can be provided if required)
 

Key Responsibilities:

- Execute routine and critical real-time spacecraft operations
- Act as Systems Operations Engineer (SOE), Mission Planner, and Spacecraft Controller across mission phases
- Develop operational tools, scripts, and software to enhance operational efficiency and safety
- Contribute to planning, scheduling, and documentation (e.g., procedures, user manuals, ops plans)
- Support system-level and subsystem-level reviews (PDR, CDR, ORR, etc.)
- Participate in on-call support, health and performance analysis, anomaly investigations, and rehearsal campaigns
- Innovate new operational concepts and help implement scalable, multi-mission solutions

Essential Skills & Experience:

- Degree in a relevant engineering discipline
- 3–5 years’ experience in real-time satellite operations, ideally in LEO missions
- Strong knowledge of satellite subsystems (especially AOCS/GNC or OBDH)
- Experience with mission control systems and procedure development
- Proactive, detail-oriented, and adaptable in a small-team environment
- Fluent in English (CEFR Level B2 or TOEIC 700+)

Desired (Not Essential):

- Familiarity with SCOS-2000 mission control systems
- Experience in formation flying or proximity operations
- Understanding of flight dynamics, ECSS standards, and mission prep tools

 
Benefits:

- Flexible working around core hours & hybrid work model
- Optional 9/75 working pattern
- 25 days holiday (increasing with service) & bank holidays
- Private healthcare & life insurance
- Relocation support & visa sponsorship
- Brand new office and cleanroom facilities
- Supportive, international team with regular social events

This role is perfect for someone passionate about pushing the boundaries of how modern spacecraft are operated.

If you’re looking to join a collaborative, mission-focused environment where your work will have real-world impact in space sustainability and in-orbit services, apply now!