Communications System Engineer

Anson McCade; Luton; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Satellite Communications Systems Engineer to join their innovative team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge satellite technology, contributing to the design and development of critical space-enabled systems. You will engage with a variety of technical challenges across RF, payload, ground segment, and networking systems. As part of a skilled engineering team, you will shape mission requirements into engineered solutions while enjoying the flexibility of hybrid working. If you are passionate about advancing satellite communications and thrive in a dynamic environment, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Pension contributions

Private medical cover

Green car scheme

Additional lifestyle benefits

Financial benefits

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in SATCOM or space systems engineering.
• Strong background in systems engineering and satellite system design.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop advanced SATCOM systems across space and ground segments.
• Lead system-level requirements, architecture design, and interface definition.

Skills

SATCOM systems engineering

Systems engineering

RF link analysis

IP networking

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Software development (Python, Java)

Education

Degree in Space Systems

Degree in Electronics

Degree in Communications

Tools

Agile methodologies

DevOps methodologies

Job description

Senior Satellite Communications Systems Engineer

Location: Luton – Hybrid

Clearance: British Citizen or Dual National (eligible for UK Security Clearance)

The Opportunity:

A leading UK-based provider of advanced satellite communications and space solutions is seeking a Senior Satellite Communications Systems Engineer to support the design, development, and delivery of critical space-enabled systems.

Operating across defence, government, and commercial domains, this organisation plays a pivotal role in enabling secure global communications, navigation, and data services from space.

Role Overview:

Embedded in a highly skilled engineering team, you’ll work across the full system lifecycle—from concept and architecture through to integration and operational deployment. The role offers exposure to cutting-edge satellite technology and a variety of technical challenges across RF, payload, ground segment, and networking systems.

Responsibilities:

1. Design and develop advanced SATCOM systems across space and ground segments
2. Lead system-level requirements, architecture design, and interface definition
3. Conduct RF link analysis, bandwidth planning, and coverage modelling
4. Integrate IP networking, cyber security, and system monitoring features
5. Support system integration, test planning, and verification & validation activities
6. Interface directly with clients to shape mission requirements into engineered solutions
7. Contribute to R&D efforts and technical strategy in the communications domain

Key Requirements:

1. 5–10 years’ experience in SATCOM or space systems engineering
2. Strong background in systems engineering (requirements, design, VV&T)
3. Understanding of satellite system design, ground infrastructure, and payload engineering
4. Familiarity with IP networking, data protocols, and secure comms environments
5. Degree in Space Systems, Electronics, Communications, or related field
6. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
7. Chartered Engineer status (or working towards it)
8. Experience in ground/satellite system commissioning and test
9. Knowledge of OSS/BSS, network management, or secure architectures
10. Software development exposure (Python, Java) and Agile/DevOps methodologies
11. Familiarity with emerging tech such as optical communications, 5G, or quantum systems

Why Apply?

1. Work on impactful, high-profile satellite comms programmes
2. Be part of a team solving real-world engineering problems in a fast-evolving industry
3. Hybrid working and flexibility built in
4. Strong focus on innovation, sustainability, and technical excellence

Package Includes:

1. Competitive salary (DOE)
2. Pension contributions & private medical cover
3. Green car scheme
4. Additional lifestyle and financial benefits

Contact Anna-Jane Murphy at Anson McCade to learn more!

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

Defense and Space Manufacturing