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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Validation & Verification Engineer to join a leading flight software team working on cutting-edge space missions.
This role offers the chance to contribute to next-generation orbital debris removal and satellite servicing projects, a truly unique opportunity to make an impact on the future of space sustainability.
Were looking for someone with a strong background in real-time embedded software whos ready to take the next step in their career and play a key role in ensuring flight software reliability, performance, and safety.
Youll be responsible for the verification and validation (V&V) of onboard flight software for satellite missions, defining solutions based on system requirements and collaborating across subsystems to ensure robust, high-quality software delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
- Participate in the validation and verification of flight software for satellite onboard computers.
- Review technical specifications and requirements documents (SRS, ICD, SDD, etc.).
- Design, implement, and automate test cases and scripts.
- Develop and maintain test environments and simulators.
- Identify and implement test equipment solutions.
- Collaborate with subsystem teams to define software needs and interfaces.
- Contribute to technical reviews and knowledge sharing across projects.
Essential Skills:
- Proven experience designing and automating test cases for real-time embedded software.
- Strong programming ability in Python, including dependency and environment management.
- Experience in software validation facilities (numerical, hybrid, or hardware-based).
- Familiarity with Git and modern software development workflows.
- Background in space software verification and validation (C/C++).
- Understanding of communication protocols (PUS, CCSDS, CAN, SpaceWire).
- Knowledge of ECSS standards, especially ECSS-E-ST-40C.
- Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle.
- Proactive, self-managing, and able to take ownership while working collaboratively.
Desirable Skills:
- Experience with RTOS platforms (VxWorks or RTEMS).
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and UML.
- Experience with Linux environments, shell scripting, and QT-based applications.
- Knowledge of cFS framework, SPARC V8 or PowerPC architectures.
- Understanding of mission design lifecycles from concept to operations.
Whats on Offer
- Competitive salary
- Flexible working around core hours (optional 9/75 pattern)
- Hybrid working options
- 2528 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Private healthcare, life insurance, and long-term sick pay
- Relocation support & visa sponsorship (where applicable)
- Modern, state-of-the-art workspace
- Regular team and social events
- Opportunity to work with an international team on pioneering space technology
If youre an experienced Flight Software Engineer or Verification Specialist ready to contribute to mission-critical space systems, wed love to hear from you.
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Type: Permanent Location: Oxfordshire,England
Start: 11/11/2025
Salary / Rate: £40000 - £85000 per annum, Benefits: Hybrid & flexible working, 9/75 work pattern, private healthcare, & more!
Posted: 2025-11-11 08:12:04
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A leading space engineering organisation is seeking an Embedded Flight Software Engineer to join its growing flight software team, developing real-time embedded software for next-generation orbital missions.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced engineer to work on technically challenging and high-impact projects, developing onboard flight software for spacecraft and contributing to missions designed to enable safe and sustainable space operations.
Youll take ownership of key aspects of flight software design, definition, integration, and validation, working closely with multi-disciplinary teams across spacecraft systems, GNC, and avionics.
For this role we can consider visa sponsorship and relocation support.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and validate real-time embedded flight software for satellite onboard computers.
- Define software architecture, ICDs, and development and verification plans.
- Collaborate with systems and subsystem teams to identify software requirements and deliver solutions.
- Perform integration, verification, and validation activities on target and in simulation.
- Support mission testing and simulation campaigns.
- Contribute to continuous improvement and knowledge sharing across projects and global teams.
Essential Skills & Experience
- Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a relevant engineering discipline.
- Proven experience developing software for real-time embedded systems (C/C++).
- Strong understanding of real-time operating systems (e.g.
VxWorks, RTEMS).
- Experience implementing equipment drivers and ICDs.
- Proficient with Git version control and modern software development workflows.
- Experience developing and executing test plans and debugging software both in simulation and on target.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work proactively with minimal supervision.
Desirable Skills
- Experience developing software for space systems or other high-reliability environments.
- Experience with VxWorks and familiarity with PowerPC architecture.
- Knowledge of communication protocols such as CCSDS, CAN, and SpaceWire.
- Understanding of software standards such as MISRA and familiarity with ECSS standards.
- Experience with NASA cFS framework.
- Proficiency with Linux, shell scripting, build systems, and Python.
- Experience across the full mission lifecycle from concept to operations.
Whats on Offer
- Opportunity to work with a highly skilled and diverse international team.
- Flexible working around core hours with a hybrid setup.
- Optional compressed working pattern (9/75).
- 25 days annual leave (increasing with service) plus bank holidays.
- Private healthcare, life insurance, and long-term sick pay.
- Relocation assistance and visa sponsorship (where applicable).
- State-of-the-art office and cleanroom facilities.
- Supportive, collaborative environment with regular social and professional development events.
If youre passionate about developing software that powers real-world space missions and want to contribute to the future of sustainable space operations, wed love to hear from you.
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Type: Permanent Location: Oxfordshire,England
Start: 07/11/2025
Salary / Rate: £40000 - £75000 per annum, Benefits: Hybrid & flexible working, 9/75 work pattern, private healthcare, & more!
Posted: 2025-11-07 08:49:04
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Ground Segment Systems Engineer to join a leading space engineering team developing the infrastructure and software that enable mission-critical spacecraft operations.
This is a high-impact role with significant autonomy, where youll lead the development of ground systems from concept through to maintenance, shaping the technology that supports safe and efficient mission control.
Youll act as a bridge between Mission & Systems Engineering and Operations, ensuring that ground systems are robust, integrated, and ready to deliver across all phases of flight operations.
This role suits an engineer with a strong understanding of ground segment architecture and experience across multiple missions, whos ready to take ownership and mentor others in a fast-paced, innovative environment.
For this role we can consider visa sponsorship and relocation support.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and contribute to the development of ground systems including Mission Control, Mission Planning, and Ground Station Interface Systems.
- Define ground segment requirements and oversee delivery of specific components.
- Act as technical lead or product owner, interfacing with both internal teams and external suppliers.
- Follow Agile (SCRUM) methodologies to deliver on requirements, schedule, and quality.
- Develop and maintain project documentation including requirements, V&V plans, test procedures, and reports.
- Support verification and validation, system integration, and simulation campaigns.
- Provide technical support and training to operations teams using ground systems.
- Troubleshoot, maintain, and enhance operational ground segment components.
What Youll Bring
- Degree in Computer Science, Telecommunications, or a relevant engineering discipline.
- Minimum 5 years experience in satellite ground systems engineering.
- Strong understanding of the ground segment architecture and its core components (mission control, mission planning, and communications systems).
- Solid grasp of requirements engineering, system integration, and verification and validation.
- Excellent communication and reporting skills, comfortable collaborating with international teams.
- Fluent in English, written and spoken.
Desirable Skills
- Experience with Mission Control Systems (preferably SCOS-2000-based).
- Knowledge of automation and mission planning systems.
- Familiarity with ground stations and antenna communications.
- Understanding of satellite operations and product lifecycle management.
- Experience with ECSS and CCSDS standards.
- Programming experience in C++ or Java.
- Linux system administration and scripting skills (shell, make, etc.).
- Experience working in Agile/SCRUM environments.
Whats on Offer
- Work with a talented, diverse, and international engineering team on cutting-edge space technologies.
- Flexible and hybrid working options around core hours.
- Optional compressed working pattern (9/75).
- 25 days annual leave (increasing with service) plus bank holidays.
- Private healthcare, life insurance, and long-term sick pay.
- Relocation assistance and visa sponsorship (where applicable).
- State-of-the-art office and cleanroom facilities.
- Regular team and social events in a collaborative, supportive environment.
If youre an experienced systems engineer ready to take technical ownership of ground segment development for next-generation space missions, wed love to hear from you.
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Type: Permanent Location: Oxfordshire,England
Start: 07/11/2025
Salary / Rate: £60000 - £90000 per annum, Benefits: Hybrid & flexible working, 9/75 work pattern, private healthcare, & more!
Posted: 2025-11-07 08:46:08
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Are you an experienced Senior Software Engineer - C# actively looking for a new role?
Do you live in the Hertfordshire area or would love the opportunity to relocate and work in one of the UK's most exciting tech hubs?
If so, my client has a superb role available to strengthen their R&D team.
You will play a key role in in all aspects of design, implementation and debugging of software to bespoke robotic applications.
In this experienced Senior Software Engineer - C# job based in Royston you will be responsible for the following:
Design user interfaces that are both intuitive and easy to navigate.
Oversee the complete software development lifecycle for new projects, taking accountability for the software aspects of assigned responsibilities.
The successful applicant for this Senior Software Engineer - C# job based in Royston you must be:
Proficient in C# and .NET.
Have a 2:1 or above degree in electronic engineering, software engineering, or a comparable technical field.
Provable professional experience in a related technical position.
Previous experience with Linux.
Skilled in working with both hardware and software systems.
My client are not able to provide Visa sponsorship, but do provide hybrid working options.
To apply for this Senior Software Engineer - C# job based in Royston, please send your CV to RWilcocks@redlinegroup.Com or call Ricky on 01582 87 8810 or 079317 88834 for more information! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Royston, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £50000 - £100000 per annum
Posted: 2025-11-07 00:00:06
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Ground Segment Systems Engineer to join a fast-growing organisation at the forefront of space technology and mission operations.
In this role, youll be involved in the full lifecycle of ground segment development, from conceptual design through to maintenance and operational support.
Youll play a key role in developing the infrastructure and software on the ground that enable safe and reliable space missions.
Working closely with Mission, Systems, and Operations teams, this position offers the chance to contribute to cutting-edge space missions and participate directly in control centre activities.
Its a fantastic opportunity to apply your technical expertise in a dynamic and collaborative environment where innovation and sustainability in space are core values.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead or support the development of ground systems including Mission Control, Mission Planning, and Ground Station Interface Systems.
- Derive and manage system requirements across the ground segment and its components.
- Act as Product Owner or Technical Officer with external suppliers and support internal development teams during system design and integration.
- Collaborate closely with Mission, Systems, and Operations teams to ensure technical alignment across disciplines.
- Follow Agile (SCRUM) methodologies to implement requirements and maintain project schedules.
- Produce and maintain high-quality technical documentation, including requirements, verification plans, test procedures, and reports.
- Conduct verification and validation activities, including system tests and simulation campaigns.
- Support the Operations team during mission activities and assist with maintenance and troubleshooting of ground systems.
Essential Skills
- Degree in Computer Science, Telecommunications, or a relevant engineering discipline.
- Minimum 3 years experience in ground systems engineering.
- Solid understanding of ground segment components and their interactions.
- Knowledge of space mission design and development processes.
- Experience in requirements engineering.
Desirable Skills
- Experience with Mission Control Systems (e.g., SCOS-2000).
- Knowledge of Automation Systems, Mission Planning, or Ground Station Communications.
- Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.
- Familiarity with C++ and/or Java, Linux systems, and shell scripting.
Whats on Offer
- Flexible and hybrid working options
- 25 days holiday (increasing with service) + bank holidays
- Private healthcare and life insurance
- Relocation and visa sponsorship (where applicable)
- State-of-the-art office and cleanroom facilities
- Supportive, international team culture and regular social events ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Oxfordshire,England
Start: 03/11/2025
Salary / Rate: £40000 - £80000 per annum, Benefits: 9/75 work pattern, hybrid & flexible working, private healthcare, & more!
Posted: 2025-11-03 09:30:10
