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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Full Stack Software Engineer to join a growing engineering team developing advanced software solutions for next-generation space missions.
This role offers the opportunity to work on complex, mission-critical systems within the space sector, contributing to the design, development and maintenance of high-quality software platforms that support critical operational capabilities.
We are seeking a talented software engineer with strong full stack development experience and a background in developing reliable software solutions within demanding environments such as space, defence, aerospace, telecommunications, automotive or other safety-critical industries.
Key Responsibilities
As a Senior Full Stack Software Engineer, you will:
- Design, develop and maintain scalable backend services using modern programming languages.
- Architect and develop responsive, user-focused frontend applications using modern frameworks.
- Design, manage and optimise databases to ensure performance, reliability and data integrity.
- Build and maintain containerised applications using technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
- Develop and improve CI/CD pipelines to support efficient software delivery.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to define, design and deliver new capabilities.
- Troubleshoot complex software issues across the full technology stack.
- Contribute to Agile development practices, including sprint planning, stand-ups and retrospectives.
- Support continuous improvement of software engineering processes, tools and practices.
Essential Experience
The successful candidate will have:
- A degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related technical discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
- 5+ years experience developing software for mission-critical or high-reliability applications.
- Strong full stack software development experience.
- Extensive object-oriented programming experience using languages such as Java, Python or C++.
- Experience developing modern frontend applications using frameworks such as React.
- Experience working in Agile/Scrum development environments.
Technical Skills
Strong experience in several of the following areas is highly desirable:
- Containerisation technologies including Docker, Kubernetes and Docker Compose.
- CI/CD tools such as GitLab CI or GitHub Actions.
- SQL databases and data management.
- Git and modern version control workflows.
- Cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure.
- Software security best practices.
- Space communication standards such as CCSDS or ECSS protocols.
- Ground segment software systems.
- Space data standards such as SCOS-2000 or XTCE.
Why Apply?
This is an opportunity to join a highly skilled engineering environment working on cutting-edge technology within the space sector.
You will have the opportunity to:
- Work on complex, mission-critical software systems.
- Collaborate with experienced engineers across multiple disciplines.
- Develop solutions that support future space operations.
- Influence software engineering practices within a growing organisation.
- Work with modern technologies across cloud, software architecture and automation.
Additional Information
- Hybrid working available including 9/75 work pattern.
- Flexible working arrangements around core hours.
- Competitive salary package.
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service.
- Private healthcare and life insurance benefits.
- Relocation support may be available.
- Opportunity to work within a state-of-the-art engineering environment.
Candidates should already hold, or be eligible to obtain, UK Security Clearance to at least SC level.
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Type: Permanent Location: Oxfordshire,England
Start: 01/10/2026
Salary / Rate: £60000 - £94000 per annum, Benefits: Hybrid, flexible working, 9/75 work pattern, private healthcare, & more!
Posted: 2026-10-01 08:51:09
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A leading satellite communications organisation is seeking an experienced Systems Engineer to join its Access Networks engineering team, supporting the design, integration, and deployment of next-generation satellite communications systems.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the development of advanced 5G Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTN), working across cutting-edge satellite programmes and helping deliver innovative connectivity solutions.
You will contribute throughout the full systems engineering lifecycle, from requirements definition and architecture through integration, testing, and operational deployment.
Working within a multidisciplinary engineering environment, you will collaborate with systems, software, network, and operations teams while acting as a technical authority across complex communications programmes.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead systems engineering activities for Radio Access Network (RAN) and Access Network subsystems.
- Develop and manage system requirements, specifications, and technical documentation.
- Support the design, integration, validation, and deployment of advanced satellite ground segment capabilities.
- Design and validate 5G NTN Layer 2 and Layer 3 features in line with 3GPP standards.
- Lead simulation and modelling activities to evaluate system performance and inform engineering decisions.
- Develop test methodologies, tools, and validation campaigns for new network capabilities.
- Support the deployment of laboratory and test infrastructure for next-generation communications systems.
- Collaborate with software, systems, operations, and programme teams to successfully introduce new services.
- Investigate and resolve complex technical challenges across multiple engineering disciplines.
- Contribute to future radio resource management strategies to maximise network performance and efficiency.
- Monitor industry developments and emerging technologies, helping shape future system architecture and technology roadmaps.
- Provide technical leadership during integration, testing, and service introduction activities.
Required Experience & Qualifications
- Degree in Electronic Engineering, Telecommunications, Satellite Communications, Computer Science, or a related engineering discipline.
- Strong systems engineering experience within telecommunications or satellite communications environments.
- Knowledge of Radio Access Network (RAN) technologies.
- Understanding of:
- 5G Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTN)
- Satellite propagation
- Modulation and coding
- Mobile satellite and VSAT systems
- Experience developing system requirements, specifications, and technical documentation.
Desirable Experience
Experience with any of the following would be advantageous:
- 3GPP 5G standards
- Satellite ground segment systems
- Terrestrial mobile network design and operation
- Radio resource management
- RF systems and antenna technologies (Ka, L or Q/V Band)
- Performance modelling, simulation, and data analysis
- Large-scale telecommunications or satellite network integration programmes
Why Apply?
This is an opportunity to work on some of the most advanced satellite communications programmes currently in development, helping deliver next-generation global connectivity solutions.
You'll join a highly collaborative engineering environment where you'll influence system architecture, contribute to innovative technologies, and work across the full lifecycle of complex satellite communications systems.
Benefits
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Pension scheme and private healthcare.
- Professional development and training opportunities.
- Opportunity to work on cutting-edge satellite and 5G NTN technologies.
- Collaborative engineering culture with exposure to complex international programmes.
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Type: Permanent Location: London,England
Start: 24/09/2026
Salary / Rate: Competitive
Posted: 2026-09-24 08:12:04
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An innovative organisation operating at the forefront of the space sector is seeking a Ground Segment Systems Team Lead to provide technical leadership across the development, integration and operation of critical ground segment systems.
This is a senior position offering significant autonomy, combining technical leadership, systems engineering and people management.
You will work across the full ground segment lifecycle, from conceptual design and requirements through to integration, testing, deployment and operational support.
You will act as a key technical interface between systems engineering, ground segment software and mission operations teams, ensuring ground systems are robust, integrated and capable of supporting complex space missions.
The Role
Key responsibilities will include:
- Owning ground segment system architecture, requirements and technical baselines across multiple subsystems.
- Leading requirements capture, derivation, allocation, traceability and compliance.
- Defining and leading integration, verification and validation activities, including end-to-end testing.
- Ensuring consistency across interfaces, data flows, configuration and software releases.
- Providing technical leadership through design reviews, technical governance and subsystem acceptance.
- Supporting the development of ground systems and software, including mission control, mission planning and ground station interfaces.
- Defining engineering and development approaches and supporting solution testing and delivery.
- Acting as the technical interface with suppliers and key internal stakeholders.
- Supporting mission operations through troubleshooting, maintenance, training and resolution of technical issues.
- Producing technical documentation and supporting planning, risk management and technical reporting.
Team Leadership
You will lead a small team of approximately 46 ground systems engineers, with responsibility for:
- Technical task planning, prioritisation and allocation.
- Reviewing and overseeing the team's technical output.
- Mentoring and developing engineers.
- Identifying skills and resource requirements.
- Supporting recruitment, interviews and onboarding.
- Conducting appraisals and probation reviews.
- Supporting technical engineering activities where required.
About You
You should have:
- A degree in Computer Science, Telecommunications, Engineering or a related discipline.
- 5+ years' industry experience in the design and development of satellite ground segment or user terminal systems.
- Experience with C/C++, Java and/or Python.
- A strong understanding of ground segment architectures and how different components interact.
- Experience leading or managing a small technical engineering team.
- Experience working alongside spacecraft or mission operations teams.
- Understanding of project lifecycles and system acceptance processes.
- Knowledge of ECSS standards.
- Proven software development experience across requirements, design, development, integration, testing, deployment and maintenance.
Desirable Experience
- 2+ years' experience managing systems engineers.
- 8+ years' experience within satellite ground systems or user terminal technologies.
- Experience working within Scrum/Agile development environments.
- Experience with Mission Control Systems, particularly SCOS-2000.
- Knowledge of spacecraft communications protocols and standards such as CCSDS, CAN or SpaceWire.
- Experience working across the full mission lifecycle.
What\'s on Offer
- Hybrid working and flexible hours.
- Optional compressed working pattern.
- 25 days' holiday, increasing to 28 days with service, plus bank holidays.
- Private healthcare.
- Life insurance and long-term sick pay.
- Visa sponsorship considered.
- Relocation assistance.
- Modern engineering and technical facilities.
- Professional development and career progression opportunities.
- Regular team and social events.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Ground Segment or Systems Engineer to take a significant technical leadership position, combining hands-on engineering with team management and playing a key role in the delivery and operation of complex space systems.
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Type: Permanent Location: Oxfordshire,England
Start: 21/09/2026
Salary / Rate: £65000 - £98000 per annum, Benefits: Hybrid working, 9/75 work pattern, private healthcare, & more!
Posted: 2026-09-21 09:38:04
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Sustaining Hardware Engineer to join a growing technology organisation developing and manufacturing high-performance embedded computing solutions for the defence, aerospace, telecommunications and other high-reliability industries.
The company has been delivering high-end computer systems and associated hardware for over four decades and continues to experience strong year-on-year growth.
With continued investment in new product development, existing product lifecycles and engineering facilities, the business is expanding its Sustaining Engineering team.
This is a technically varied role focused on maintaining, improving and extending the lifecycle of complex electronic products already in production.
The successful candidate will work across high-speed digital electronics, microprocessors, complex PCBs, memory, Ethernet and computer architectures, supporting component obsolescence, customer-specific modifications, troubleshooting and design verification.
This role would suit a technically strong hardware or electronics engineer with experience in high-speed digital circuit design who enjoys solving complex technical problems and working across multiple areas of electronic engineering.
Defence experience is beneficial but not essential, with candidates from sectors such as medical, automotive and other high-reliability electronics environments also considered.
Main Responsibilities of the Sustaining Hardware Engineer (Colchester):
Support and maintain existing high-end computer systems and associated electronic hardware
Manage component obsolescence and identify suitable replacement or equivalent components
Develop re-spins and modifications to legacy products to extend their operational lifecycle
Investigate and resolve faults and technical issues within existing hardware designs
Carry out small-scale hardware and schematic modifications to existing products
Support customer-specific product modifications and customisation requirements
Identify technical requirements and ensure appropriate analysis and development activities are completed
Work closely with the CAD team on PCB layout and verify completed designs
Conduct schematic and PCB design reviews
Perform design verification and testing following hardware modifications
Use laboratory equipment including oscilloscopes, analysers and thermal chambers
Support products through testing and verification to ensure reliability and performance
Report technical issues, development activity and project progress
Prepare and submit technical work for review as part of obsolescence management activities
Work collaboratively with design engineering, technical support and other internal teams
Provide technical input and feedback to improve engineering processes and methodologies
Requirements of the Sustaining Hardware Engineer (Colchester):
Strong experience in high-speed digital circuit design
Experience working with complex electronic systems and PCBs
Strong debugging and fault-finding skills
Experience modifying and troubleshooting existing hardware designs
Ability to understand and work from complex schematics
Experience with design verification and electronic testing
Comfortable working with laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes and analysers
Ability to work collaboratively across engineering and technical teams
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Degree in Electrical, Electronic, Computer Engineering or a related discipline would be advantageous
Experience within one or more of the following technology areas would be highly advantageous:
High-Speed Digital Electronics
Microprocessor-Based Systems
PC Motherboard Architecture
High-Speed Signalling
High-Speed Ethernet
Complex Memory / DDR4
PCI Express
FPGA / Programmable Logic
Intel or ARM Chipsets
Complex PCB Design
Embedded Systems
Component Obsolescence
Design Verification & Testing
Electronic Debugging
Desirable:
Experience working with PC motherboard architecture and 64-bit microprocessors
Experience with PCI Express, Ethernet or DDR4 memory technologies
Experience with programmable logic devices or FPGA technology
Knowledge or appreciation of embedded software
Experience with Intel or ARM chipsets
Experience managing component obsolescence and product lifecycle extensions
Experience modifying existing hardware designs and supporting customer-specific requirements
Experience within defence, aerospace, telecommunications, medical or automotive electronics
Experience working with technically complex, high-reliability electronic products
To apply for this Sustaining Hardware Engineer opportunity, please send your please send your CV to Kishan Chandarana at Redline Group:
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Type: Permanent Location: Colchester, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £55000 - £60000 per annum
Posted: 2026-09-15 16:53:34
