Digital Electronics Engineer - C&DH

Darwin Recruitment GmbH; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative space company is seeking a Digital Electronics Engineer to join their mission-driven team in Oxford. This hands-on role focuses on Command & Data Handling (C&DH) systems, where you'll engage in everything from design to testing and integration of satellite electronics. With a flexible hybrid working model, you'll contribute to vital projects aimed at cleaning up space and extending satellite lifespans. The role offers a unique opportunity to shape processes in a small team, alongside benefits like private healthcare and generous holiday allowances. If you're passionate about space technology and ready to make an impact, this position is for you.

Benefits

Private Healthcare

25 Days Holiday

Relocation Support

Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands-on experience with satellite C&DH systems.
• Experience writing test plans and running verification on avionics.

Responsibilities

• Design and test digital electronics for satellite C&DH systems.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers on projects.

Skills

Digital Electronics Design

Command & Data Handling (C&DH) Systems

Test Plan Writing

Satellite Systems Integration

Standards (CCSDS, SpaceWire, RS422, I2C, CAN)

Python Scripting

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

FPGA Development (VHDL or Verilog)

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Oxford, United Kingdom

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

29.04.2025

Expiry Date:

13.06.2025

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Job Description:

Digital Electronics Engineer – Space Avionics (C&DH systems)
Location: Oxfordshire, UK (Hybrid)
Work authorization: UK right to work required

We’re recruiting on behalf of a fast-growing space company based in Harwell that’s tackling a big challenge: cleaning up space. They’re working on missions to remove orbital debris and extend the life of satellites—and they’re looking for a Digital Electronics Engineer to join their avionics team.

This is a hands-on role focused on Command & Data Handling (C&DH) systems. You'll get involved in everything from early design through to testing and helping get real hardware ready for space. The team is small, so there’s a real chance to shape how things are done.

What you’ll be doing:

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Helping design and test digital electronics for satellite C&DH systems.
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Writing and reviewing requirements, test plans, and system architectures.
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Working with hardware and supporting integration and environmental testing.
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Collaborating with internal teams and external suppliers to keep projects moving.
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Supporting mission operations from the UK ground segment.

What we’re looking for:

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Degree in electrical engineering (or something similar).
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2+ years of hands-on experience with satellite C&DH systems.
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Comfortable with standards like CCSDS, SpaceWire, RS422, I2C, and CAN.
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Good understanding of how satellite systems work together.
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Experience writing test plans and running verification on avionics.

Nice to have (but not essential):

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FPGA development (VHDL or Verilog).
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Python scripting for test automation.
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Experience working in a cleanroom or handling flight hardware.
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Background in GNSS, time sync, or radiation tolerance in LEO.

Why this role?

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Flexible hybrid working (you’ll be on site regularly, but not every day).
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Private healthcare, 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), and relocation support if needed.
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You'll be joining a genuinely mission-driven team working on something that matters.

Darwin Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.