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Expert Employment represents a client in the space industry focused on rockets and propulsion materials. The role involves supporting Aerospace Propulsion programs, performing assembly and component analysis across structural, ballistic, and thermal domains. You will assist in bid and proposal work, create IRAD plans and drive continuous improvement, and participate in Change Review Board and Phase Gate reviews. Security clearance will be pursued after hire. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Hot Fire Test Engineer required with experience of COMAH controlled testing of Firing engines using propellants. You will work within a Test department of a space thruster test facility on Hot Fire Testing programmes including: site preparation and maintenance, fuel and oxidiser handling, pressure systems, instrumentation, control systems, space thruster theory, steam boiler operation, data analysis, site and system safety, etc. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an exciting and rapidly growing organisation at the cutting edge of Aerospace and Space Research, Design and Development. #J-18808-Ljbffr

My client specialises in the space industry, produces and maintains various chemical rockets and propulsion materials. They are also involved in creating composite materials such as carbon fibre tubes and aero structures. • You will be responsible for supporting Aerospace Propulsion programs., • Conduct assembly and component analysis structural, ballistic, thermal to support design., • Support bid and proposal preparation including: scope of work, technical volume, schedules, and budgets., • Support creation of detailed IRAD plans and support continuous improvement projects., • Participate in Change Review Board meetings by preparing and presenting TDP process changes, • Participate in Phase Gate Review meets for development programs, • Candidates will be put forward for Security Clearance (SC) once the job has been accepted., • BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Physics, or similar technical field, • Seeking 5 to 12 years of engineering experience, Aerospace or Defence industry experience preferred, • Knowledge of closed form and finite element analysis, • Knowledge of solid modelling and detail drawing creation #J-18808-Ljbffr

A rocket engine, space thruster and chemical propulsion design and development client is looking for someone to join their Systems Engineering team. This is a critical role supporting space satellite propellant and other systems for key spacecraft manufacturers. You will work closely with the National and European Space Agencies for defence and scientific projects. Due to continued Engineering team growth, there is an opportunity to join their Systems Engineering team, with training, support and commitment to professional development. • Mechanical and fluidic system engineering experience., • Ability to communicate effectively to a range of stakeholders, playing a key role in project teams and working closely with customers where needed., • Degree level in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or a related subject., • Decision Making, take action consistent with facts, constraints, and consequences., • Perform pressurised propulsion system trade off analysis based on initial, top level inputs., • This is a role which requires flexibility and an ability to meet ambitious and often fluctuating deadlines., • Review and interpret higher level spacecraft requirements generating System Level requirements., • Perform System design including key Electrical, Harnessing Design, routing and schematic components., • Thermal equipment design and selection using System Analysis of Fluidic, Performance, Structural, Thermal, Reliability, Radiation, Hazard, Safety, Failure Modes Effects and Critical FMECA Analysis., • Advise on Manufacturing and Assembly Plan, process and procedures. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Location: Aylesbury/Hybrid - 3 Days Per Week Sector: UAV / Unmanned Systems / Edge Technology Are you the engineer who's just as comfortable rewriting ArduPilot source code as you are elbow-deep in a payload integration on the bench? We're looking for someone who bridges that gap — and does it well. We're recruiting for a UAS Software & Avionics Integration Engineer to join a team building next-generation unmanned aircraft systems. This is a hands-on role for someone who wants to see their code fly, not just compile. • Developing and modifying ArduPilot source code to deliver new features and platform-specific capabilities, • Integrating flight controllers, companion computers, sensors, datalinks, payloads, and ground control systems, • Building interfaces across MAVLink, serial, CAN, Ethernet, SPI, and I2C, • Running system integration, troubleshooting, ground testing, and flight testing, • Analysing flight logs and telemetry to drive performance improvements, • Proven experience developing and customising ArduPilot firmware, • Strong C++ and Python, • Hands-on work with MAVLink, Mission Planner, and QGroundControl, • Practical UAS avionics integration experience — GNSS, radios, telemetry, companion computers, payloads, • Solid grounding in flight control systems and embedded systems, • Experience supporting flight trials and system debugging, • Defence, aerospace, or safety-critical systems background If you’re a practical engineer who thrives on solving the hard problems where software meets hardware — and you want your work to matter in a fast-moving, mission-critical space — we'd love to hear from you. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Expert Employment Limited is seeking a Hot Fire Test Engineer with experience in COMAH controlled testing of firing engines using propellants. You will work within a Test department of a space thruster test facility on Hot Fire Testing programmes including: site preparation and maintenance, fuel and

Expert Employment is seeking a Systems Engineer for a rocket engine and propulsion design client. You will contribute to propulsion and spacecraft system development, collaborating with national and European space agencies on defence and scientific projects. The role offers training, support and commitment to professional development, with a focus on meeting ambitious deadlines and delivering robust system designs. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Aim high, go beyond! At Open Cosmos we are solving the world's biggest challenges from space, providing businesses, governments and researchers access to more readily available information than ever before - ready for the challenge? Then read on... Our Data Division transforms satellite data into meaningful insights that drive real-world impact. Bringing together our Delivery, Image Processing, Data Platform, and Commercial teams, we develop and deliver high-quality data products, power DataCosmos - our geospatial platform - and ensure our solutions are accessible, valuable, and easy to use. By combining space technology, data science, and customer insight, the team helps organisations turn complex data into action and create positive change on Earth. • Designing, implementing, validating, and maintaining satellite flight software, • Supporting ground tools, ensuring software is robust, traceable, and fit for the reliability demands of space missions, • Developing features for Linux and RTOS-based systems in line with mission and system requirements, • Participating in code reviews, testing campaigns, and CI/CD processes to ensure high software quality standards are maintained consistently throughout the development lifecycle, • Maintaining configuration control, documentation, and full software traceability throughout the development lifecycle, • Collaborating closely with Systems, Electronics, and Mission Operations teams to integrate and test subsystems, contributing technical expertise that supports effective cross-functional alignment and problem resolution, • Contributing to post-launch operations and build and integration activities, • Driving continuous improvement in architecture, design, and engineering processes, identifying and implementing changes that enhance software reliability, maintainability, and delivery efficiency, • Strong programming capability in Rust, or solid understanding in C or C++ with the motivation and ability to transition to Rust in a production environment, • Proficiency in compiled and object-oriented programming paradigms, with an emphasis on performance, reliability, and correctness, • Ability to work in Linux development environments, including scripting and command-line tooling, as part of day-to-day engineering work, • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automation tools such as GitLab, Jenkins, Docker, and pytest, supporting consistent and efficient software delivery, • Ability to apply secure coding and fault-tolerant design principles to software development, ensuring reliability and resilience in mission-critical contexts, • Working knowledge of spacecraft subsystems including ADCS, EPS, communications, and payload systems, and how software interfaces with and supports each, • Awareness of European space engineering standards such as ECSS, and their practical implications for software development, documentation, and compliance, • Understanding of RTOS concepts and their application in embedded and space software environments, • Demonstrated familiarity with software verification and validation processes, including testing strategies and traceability requirements for mission-critical systems, • Awareness of fault detection, isolation, and recovery principles, and how these inform robust software design in space applications For this role you can be based in any of our locations. You must have the legal right to work in your chosen location. Work at the cutting edge of space technology with customers around the globe A mission-driven company making space accessible to help solve real-world challenges A diverse, ambitious, and supportive team Equal opportunity employer At Open Cosmos, we are dedicated to fostering a workplace built on respect, dignity, and belonging. As an equal opportunity employer, we actively challenge bias to ensure every candidate and employee feels truly welcome. We celebrate diversity in all its forms and are committed to maintaining an inclusive environment where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. #J-18808-Ljbffr

2026-10-06T00:00:00 Location: Buckinghamshire, Buckinghamshire, GB, HP21 7SX Any Application Deadline: 2027-01-04T07:01:14.147 Senior Industrialisation Engineer Like the look of this opportunity Pitstone, Buckinghamshire Safran - Here, we craft excellence together. At Safran, excellence is a journey - and we'd love you to be a part of it. As a trusted global leader in aerospace, defence, and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation, and opportunity come together to shape a sustainable future where we can all succeed together through a shared vision. Safran Electrical & Power is one of the world's leaders in aircraft electrical systems. It is a key player in the equipment electrification & in the electric and hybrid propulsion sector. Mastering the on-board energy system, the company designs and provides modular, innovative and optimised architectures and solutions. Looking after the people who make Safran great is our priority. We offer a range of flexible benefits designed to support you, both in and out of work, including: • Competitive salary, • Excellent Pension and bonus scheme, • 33 Days Holiday (including bank holidays), • Dental and BUPA cover, • Workplace nursery scheme, • Midday finish on Fridays, • Enhanced family friendly policies, • Wellbeing programme, • Employee assistance programme including health and finance, • Onsite subsidised canteen We support your ambitions with training, development, a personalised career plan and mobility opportunities. As Senior Industrialisation Engineer, you'll deliver industrialisation for new/modified products and manufacturing processes, ensuring production readiness, process validation, quality, rate, and cost requirements are met, whilst acting as a project technical owner for defined work packages. You will champion effective process development, DFM capability and efficiency throughout the entire product and process development lifecycle. The Senior Industrialisation Engineer will lead/supervise a small team to execute industrialisation plans, balancing workload, coaching team members, and ensuring adherence to standards and schedules. • Process design, PFMEA/Control Plans, work instructions, routings, tooling spec, line balancing, trials (PPAP/FAI), capability studies (Cp/Cpk), issue resolution/problem solving (8D), DfM/DfA/DTC., • Qualification of new tools, machines and working practices, • Responsible for process performance and is a first point of contact to resolve technical issues on the Production Line. May be required to approve the work of others., • Leadership & Collaboration: Industrial WP Planning (incl. NRC's), Leads technical activities; mentors juniors informally; collaborates proactively with Design, Quality, Supply Chain, HSE, and Ops., • Governance & Standards: Applies company standards (OneSafran, APQP/PPAP, MSA, SPC, ERP/MES, HSE, regulatory)., • Innovation & CI: Identifies and implements CI using LEAN toolsets (SMED, 5S, Poka-Yoke, waste reduction); pilots digital tool, • Risk & Readiness: Owns PFMEA actions; run-at-rate, pre-production builds, capacity verification; leads RCCA for launch issues, • Proven experience in manufacturing/industrialisation; strong APQP/PPAP/SPC; hands-on with tooling/fixtures and validation, • HNC / HND in mechanical, electronics or Production Engineering or equivalent experience, • Experience of acting as a focal point for technologies and processes, • Demonstrates a broad production engineering experience including cost down, design for manufacture / assembly / test techniques., • Ability to challenge design and manufacturing techniques to ensure DFM and DTC requirements are met, • Solid communicator and able to influence effectively at all levels through mediums including written reports and delivery of presentations to ensure delivery of results., • Must be able to lead and work effectively as part of a multi-disciplined team and deliver to tight deadlines We know that some candidates may be put off applying for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert. We encourage anybody to apply if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experience relevant to the requirements of this role. Please let us know if you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the hiring process that may better facilitate your participation. We celebrate our differences and believe they make us stronger. We know that a fulfilling work environment is a key driver for innovative ideas and team success. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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Job Description Safran - Here, we craft excellence together. At Safran, excellence is a journey - and we'd love you to be a part of it. As a trusted global leader in aerospace, defence, and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation, and opportunity come together to shape a sustainable future where we can all succeed together through a shared vision. Safran xcswzye Electrical & Power is one of the worl Are you the right applicant for this opportunity Find out by reading through the role overview below. Please click on the apply button to read the full job description

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