Electronics Engineer; Space

Due to strict export control and contractual obligations,
we are unable to consider applications from non-UK or non-EU citizens
. The company can sponsor EU citizens to work in the UK where required.

We are seeking an experienced Electronics Engineer from the space sector to support the delivery of imager electronics for a satellite payload for our New Space client - a rapidly expanding space technology company based in the UK.

This role will be embedded full-time onsite (5 days per week) at a satellite manufacturer in Guildford for the duration of the payload build.

This is a hands‑on position working closely with the manufacturer’s Optical Imaging and Electronics teams to drive the development, enhancement, testing, and delivery of payload electronics through manufacture, Assembly, Integration & Verification (AIV), and final delivery.

You will receive day-to-day technical direction from the onsite electronics lead, while line management and performance oversight will remain with your employing organisation. Following completion of the build phase, there will be an opportunity to transition into a broader technical role to support future payload electronics development and strategy.

This position offers strong professional growth within a dynamic and fast‑growing space environment.

• Design analogue and digital electronics for optical payload subsystems, including schematics and board‑level designs suitable for manufacture and test
• Support electronics architecture, board and FPGA interfacing activities
• Perform circuit simulation, debugging, and lab‑based validation
• Develop and support test and verification activities through manufacture and AIV
• Create and maintain assembly procedures, test documentation, and verification reports
• Ensure traceability of design data and technical documentation
• Collaborate with system engineers on system budgets, trade‑offs, and schedules

• Degree (or equivalent) in Electronics or Electrical Engineering
• Experience in mixed‑signal design
• Strong circuit‑level debugging and testing skills
• Knowledge of FPGA design (VHDL)
• Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, TCL)
• Experience using laboratory test equipment
• Strong documentation and communication skills
• Ability to work autonomously and manage schedule pressures
• Experience with PCB design tools and low‑volume, high‑reliability manufacturing environments is desirable.
• Highly organised and self‑motivated
• Strong team collaboration skills
• Ability to influence and communicate effectively at all levels
• Customer‑facing confidence
• Results‑driven with strong problem‑solving skills
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities
• Adaptable and proactive
• Passionate about space technology

• Opportunity to contribute to cutting‑edge satellite technology
• Work within a collaborative and high‑growth space environment
• Gain valuable onsite experience with a leading satellite manufacturer
• Play a key role in delivering advanced space‑based systems

If you are interested, please apply today.