Satellite Operations Engineer

Spacecraft Operations Engineer

Glasgow (Onsite with Hybrid Flexibility) | Visa Sponsorship available for experienced candidates

Are you an experienced Satellite Operations Engineer with a background in Earth Observation missions
? We're looking for a Spacecraft Operations Engineer to join a growing space team supporting the operation, commissioning and delivery of satellite missions.

This is an opportunity to work directly with live spacecraft
, from launch and commissioning through to routine mission operations, with responsibility for spacecraft monitoring, in-orbit testing, anomaly resolution and mission performance.

• Lead satellite commissioning from launch through to nominal operations.
• Plan and execute in-orbit testing and validation activities.
• Command, monitor and maintain the health of live satellite missions
  .
• Support Earth Observation mission operations
  , planning and service delivery.
• Investigate and resolve in-orbit anomalies
  , identifying trends and preventative actions.
• Develop and maintain operational procedures, technical documentation and reports
  .
• Support ground testing, operations rehearsals and mission readiness activities.
• Work with ground segment and engineering teams to improve automation and operational efficiency
  .
• Monitor mission KPIs and contribute to continuous improvement.

• Proven experience in satellite/spacecraft operations or mission operations
  .
• Strong preference for candidates with Earth Observation experience
  .
• Hands‑on experience with satellite commissioning, in-orbit testing, spacecraft monitoring or anomaly resolution
  .
• Understanding of ground segment systems, mission planning and satellite telemetry/telecommand.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience with Python, scripting or operational automation is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of flight dynamics, constellation management or RF/DSP would be advantageous.
• Excellent technical documentation and stakeholder communication skills.
• Comfortable supporting out‑of‑hours and on‑call mission operations when required.

If you have hands‑on experience operating Earth Observation satellites and want to play a key role in the successful delivery of missions from commissioning through to ongoing operations, we'd love to hear from you.