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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated 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
- 9/75 work pattern (optional)
- 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
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Type: Permanent Location: Oxfordshire,England
Start: 13/07/2026
Salary / Rate: £40000 - £70000 per annum, Benefits: 9/75 work pattern, hybrid & flexible working, private healthcare, & more!
Posted: 2026-07-13 07:54:04
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Mission Operations Preparation Engineer to join an innovative space technology organisation working on the development and operation of next-generation satellite missions.
This role is ideal for an experienced spacecraft operations or systems engineer who enjoys working at the intersection of engineering, mission design, and operational delivery.
You will play a key role in ensuring spacecraft and ground systems are ready for successful mission execution, working closely with teams across software, systems, AIT, and flight operations.
You will be involved throughout the mission lifecycle, helping to define operational strategies, develop procedures and tools, support testing activities, and prepare teams for spacecraft operations.
This is a highly collaborative role suited to someone who is technically curious, enjoys solving complex engineering challenges, and wants to make a tangible contribution to ambitious space missions.
Visa sponsorship and relocation support available for suitable candidates.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead operational engineering activities for spacecraft missions during development and preparation phases.
- Translate mission and spacecraft requirements into practical operational concepts and solutions.
- Work closely with engineering teams to ensure spacecraft designs are operable and support successful mission delivery.
- Develop and maintain operational documentation, procedures, and supporting materials.
- Support spacecraft simulator activities, mission databases, and operational tooling.
- Contribute to system-level testing, validation campaigns, and mission readiness activities.
- Help define and improve processes, tools, and approaches used to support spacecraft operations.
- Collaborate with flight operations teams during mission preparation and execution phases.
- Provide technical support during spacecraft operations, including anomaly investigations where required.
What Were Looking For
- A degree in Engineering, Physics, or another relevant technical discipline.
- Strong experience within the satellite or space industry, ideally across spacecraft operations, mission preparation, or systems engineering.
- Understanding of spacecraft operational concepts and the complete mission lifecycle.
- Experience working with space standards and engineering processes.
- Familiarity with mission control environments and spacecraft operations tools.
- Experience creating, reviewing, and validating spacecraft procedures.
- Exposure to spacecraft testing, integration, and verification activities.
- Scripting experience using languages such as Python, TCL, or similar.
- A proactive approach with the ability to work independently while collaborating across engineering teams.
Desirable Experience
- Experience with spacecraft operations preparation tools.
- Background supporting live spacecraft operations or mission control activities.
- Knowledge of configuration management processes.
- Experience working within complex, multi-disciplinary engineering environments.
Whats on Offer
- Flexible hybrid working environment.
- Opportunity to work on advanced spacecraft technology and future-focused missions.
- Supportive and collaborative engineering culture.
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service.
- Optional 9-day fortnight working pattern.
- Private healthcare and life insurance benefits.
- Relocation support available.
- Visa sponsorship considered for suitable candidates.
- Access to modern engineering facilities and specialist workspace.
- Regular team and company social activities.
If you are an experienced spacecraft operations or systems engineer looking for your next challenge within the space sector, this role offers the opportunity to contribute to exciting missions while working alongside talented engineers developing cutting-edge technology.
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Type: Permanent Location: Oxfordshire,England
Start: 09/07/2026
Salary / Rate: £60000 - £94000 per annum, Benefits: 9/75 work pattern, hybrid & flexible working, private healthcare, & more!
Posted: 2026-07-09 16:47:07
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ROLE OVERVIEW
An exciting opportunity for a Surface Modification Scientist to join a leading innovator in chemistry materials based in the Oxfordshire area. In this pivotal role, you will contribute to research and development activities, supporting the expansion of the company's coating chemistries and driving product innovation across various markets.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Your duties as the Surface Modification Scientist will be varied however the key duties and responsibilities are as follows:
- Support the research and development team by designing and executing experiments to develop and improve coating chemistries.
- Conduct practical lab-based work, testing new formulations on different substrates within membrane separation and related fields.
- Analyze technical results to guide surface treatment development and broaden application knowledge.
- Prepare detailed technical documents, including process reports, SOPs, and technical transfer documentation.
- As the Surface Modification Scientis you will collaborate closely with team members to shape project direction and deliver innovative solutions.
ROLE REQUIREMENTS
To be successful in your application to this exciting role as the Surface Modification Scientist we are looking to identify the following on your profile and past history:
- Advanced degree (MSc / PhD) in Chemistry with industry experience in organic chemistry, surface modification or coating formulation.
- Demonstrable problem-solving capability and a strong appreciation of chemical characterisation.
- As the Applications Scientist you will display a proactive, solutions-oriented approach, with the ability to work effectively both independently and within a team.
WHATS IN IT FOR YOU?
- A competitive salary package aligned with your skills and experience.
- 25 days of annual leave plus statutory Bank Holidays.
- Fully comprehensive private healthcare and enhanced pension scheme.
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
- Access to various employee benefits including income protection, mental health support, gym discounts, and more.
Key Words: Applications Scientist / Chemistry / Membrane Separation / Coatings / Surface Chemistry / R&D / Innovation / Laboratory Work / Problem-solving / Industry Experience / Oxfordshire / Surface Modification Scientist
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We welcome applications from anyone who meets the role requirements.
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Type: Permanent Location: Oxfordshire,England
Start: 09/07/2026
Salary / Rate: Competitive
Posted: 2026-07-09 10:45:27
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We are seeking an experienced Senior Product Assurance Manager to join a growing space technology organisation working on complex spacecraft and advanced mission programmes.
This role will play a key part in ensuring the quality, reliability, and compliance of spacecraft systems throughout the full development lifecycle.
You will work closely with engineering teams, suppliers, and project stakeholders to manage assurance activities across hardware, software, manufacturing, testing, and integration.
As a senior member of the assurance team, you will take ownership of key product assurance activities, support continuous improvement initiatives, and provide guidance and mentoring to less experienced engineers.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead Product Assurance and Quality Assurance activities across spacecraft development projects.
- Develop and implement assurance plans, processes, and documentation to support mission success.
- Work with suppliers and subcontractors to assess quality approaches, conduct audits, and manage assurance activities.
- Review materials, parts, manufacturing processes, and technical documentation against project requirements.
- Support spacecraft integration, testing, inspections, and verification activities.
- Manage non-conformances, corrective actions, and root cause investigations.
- Maintain quality records and assurance data throughout project lifecycles.
- Support improvements to quality management processes and contribute to business development activities.
- Provide technical guidance, mentoring, and support to junior members of the assurance team.
Experience Required
- Minimum of 5 years experience in Product Assurance and/or Quality Assurance, ideally within the space or aerospace sectors.
- Strong understanding of product assurance principles, reliability, and quality management within complex engineering environments.
- Experience leading assurance activities across multidisciplinary engineering teams.
- Ability to influence engineering decisions and manage technical risk effectively.
- Strong problem-solving skills, with experience applying root cause analysis techniques such as 5 Why, Ishikawa, fault tree analysis, or 8D.
- Experience supporting customer or certification audits.
- Experience performing formal inspections and reviewing technical compliance.
- Ability to support testing campaigns and subsystem development activities.
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage priorities, schedules, and changing requirements.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present technical information clearly.
Desirable Experience
- QMS internal auditing experience or experience acting as a third-party reviewer.
- Experience with spacecraft ground segment assurance.
- Experience with software product assurance.
Benefits
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
- Optional 9-day fortnight working pattern.
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service.
- Life insurance and long-term sick pay.
- Private healthcare.
- Relocation support available.
- Modern office and specialist engineering facilities.
- Regular social and team events.
- Opportunity to work with talented teams delivering innovative space technology.
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Type: Permanent Location: Oxfordshire,England
Start: 08/07/2026
Salary / Rate: £60000 - £90000 per annum, Benefits: Hybrid & Flexible working, 9/75 work pattern, Private healthcare, & more!
Posted: 2026-07-08 14:57:04
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Up to £45,000 salary | 40-hour contract | Premium Events VenueWe're recruiting a Sous Chef for the incredible Venue in Oxford, one of the city's most prestigious hospitality and events venues.This is a great opportunity to join a passionate Head Chef and kitchen producing amazing food from scratch, using outstanding seasonal British ingredients for conferences, weddings, private dining and prestigious events.If you're passionate about fresh food, creativity and working with a supportive team that genuinely cares about quality, this is a role you'll want to hear more about!The Offer
£40,000 to £45,000 salary40-hour contractTime off in lieu for any hours worked over contractClosed over Christmas every year28 days holidayPension schemeHealthcare schemeUniform providedFlexible early and afternoon shiftsCompany-funded taxi home after 11pm eventsGenuine opportunity to learn, develop and progress
The Operation
Prestigious conferences, weddings and private events.High-end hospitality with an outstanding reputation.Busy on-site café operation.Lunches from 30-50 covers.Conferences for up to 300 guests.Fine dining events for up to 160 guests.Core brigade of 6 talented chefs.Additional chefs brought in for larger events.Two professional kitchens operating simultaneously.Excellent transport links with the bus station just 3 minutes away.
The Food
Everything made fresh from scratch.Seasonal British menus celebrating the very best local produce.Strong relationships with local farmers and suppliers.Sustainability and provenance at the heart of every menu.Beautifully presented dishes with exceptional attention to detail.A varied food offer including breakfasts, BBQs, canapé receptions, standing buffets, picnic boxes and elegant fine dining.A kitchen where creativity is encouraged and your ideas are genuinely valued.
The Role
Support the Head Chef with the day-to-day running of the kitchen.Lead the team through busy services and events.Help develop exciting seasonal menus.Coach and develop junior chefs.Maintain exceptional food quality and presentation.Ensure the highest standards of food safety and kitchen organisation.Play a key role in delivering memorable dining experiences.
About You
Sous Chef or an ambitious Junior Sous Chef ready to step up.Strong fresh food background is essential.Reliable, consistent and committed to long-term roles.
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Type: Permanent Location: Oxford, Oxfordshire, England
Start: ASAP - 4-Weeks
Duration: Full Time
Salary / Rate: £40k - 45k per year + - Time off in lieu
Posted: 2026-07-07 07:48:22
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Electrical AIT Team Lead to join a growing space technology organisation working on advanced spacecraft systems.
Based in Oxfordshire, you will lead electrical assembly, integration, and test activities across complex space hardware programmes, ensuring delivery to schedule, cost, and quality requirements.
This is a hands-on leadership role, combining technical oversight with team management, offering the chance to work on cutting-edge space missions within a collaborative and fast-paced environment.
You will be responsible for leading a team of engineers delivering electrical AIT activities across spacecraft subsystems and associated ground support equipment.
Youll work closely with design, systems, and project teams to ensure seamless integration and robust test execution throughout the development lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
- Define and manage electrical integration and test requirements at system, subsystem, and unit levels
- Oversee assembly, integration, and testing of spacecraft hardware, including avionics, harness, and subsystems
- Collaborate with design teams (power, GNC, RF, data handling) to define ground support equipment
- Plan and execute electrical test campaigns (e.g.
TVAC, EMC) in conjunction with engineering teams
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure AIT readiness and alignment
- Produce and maintain AIT documentation (specifications, ICDs, test reports, procedures)
- Provide technical oversight of suppliers, particularly for ground support equipment
- Manage electrical testing activities for both flight and engineering hardware
- Work with project managers to develop schedules and track progress
- Allocate tasks, set priorities, and ensure timely delivery of team outputs
- Mentor and develop team members, supporting capability growth
- Support resource planning and recruitment activities
Essential Skills & Experience
- Degree (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
- 7+ years experience in electrical AIT, ideally within space or other high-tech industries (e.g.
aerospace, motorsport)
- Strong understanding of electrical integration and test processes
- Experience working with manufacturing drawings and engineering standards
- Ability to develop and execute AIT plans aligned to project requirements
- Proven experience leading or mentoring engineering teams
- Working knowledge of relevant industry standards (e.g.
ECSS, IPC)
Desirable Experience
- Knowledge of verification and validation processes
- Experience leading integration and test teams in complex engineering environments
- Exposure to spacecraft or similarly complex hardware systems
- Programming or scripting experience (e.g.
Python, C, C++, TCL)
- Familiarity with communication protocols (e.g.
CCSDS, CAN, SpaceWire)
Whats on Offer
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
- 25 days holiday (increasing with service) + bank holidays
- Private healthcare and life insurance
- Long-term sick pay
- Optional compressed working pattern (9/75)
- Relocation support and visa sponsorship available (where applicable)
- Modern office and cleanroom facilities
- Collaborative, international team environment
- Regular social and team events
This role offers the chance to work on innovative space programmes, contributing to the development and delivery of complex spacecraft systems.
Youll be part of a forward-thinking engineering team, playing a key role in ensuring successful integration and testing of mission-critical hardware in a highly dynamic and rewarding environment.
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Type: Permanent Location: Oxfordshire,England
Start: 29/06/2026
Salary / Rate: £65000 - £90000 per annum, Benefits: Hybrid & Flexible working, 9/75 work pattern, private healthcare, & more!
Posted: 2026-06-29 08:05:04
