I.T / Field Integration & Support Engineer

MDA Space; Farnborough; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare

Pension plan

Employee assistance program

Job summary

MDA Space in Farnborough, United Kingdom, is seeking an IT engineer to deploy, configure and integrate systems on customer site, and to perform system testing, validation and acceptance activities.

The role requires strong Linux experience, Python or Bash scripting, and solid networking knowledge, with the ability to work in a hybrid, customer-facing environment and travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Strong Linux systems experience.
• Proficient in Python and Bash scripting.
• Familiarity with C/C++ at reading/debugging level.
• Solid understanding of IP routing and switching.

Responsibilities

• Deploy, configure, and integrate systems on customer site.
• Execute system testing, validation, and acceptance activities.
• Provide support, monitor system health, and handle incidents.
• Troubleshoot issues across Linux, networking, and system layers.
• Support upgrades, patches, and configuration management.
• Act as technical interface with customer and remote teams.

Skills

Linux systems

Python

Bash scripting

C/C++ reading

Networking basics

Troubleshooting

Customer-facing

Job description

Job Category: Information Technology

Requisition Number: ITINT012202

• Posted : July 20, 2026
• Full-Time
• Hybrid

Locations

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Farnborough, HA GU147LS, GBR

Description

ABOUT MDA SPACE

Building the space between proven and possible, MDA Space is a trusted mission partner to the global space industry. A robotics, satellite systems and Geointelligence pioneer with a 55-year+ story of world firsts and more than 450 missions, MDA Space is a global leader in communications satellites, Earth and space observation, and space exploration and infrastructure. The global MDA Space team of more than 3,800 space experts has the knowledge and know‑how to turn an audacious customer vision into an achievable mission – bringing to bear a one‑of‑a‑kind mix of experience, engineering excellence and wide‑eyed wonder that’s been in our DNA since day one.For those who dream big and push boundaries on the ground and in the stars to change the world for the better, we’ll take you there.

Our Sat Connect IC business unit, a division of our Satellite Systems business, is a leading provider of ASICs, software, multibeam electronically steered antennas, and complete systems for communication satellites, as well as ground and airborne terminals. With locations in Israel, the UK, and the US, we are a technology leader in satellite communication.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deploy, configure, and integrate systems on customer site
• Execute system testing, validation, and acceptance activities
• Provide support, monitor system health, and handle incidents
• Troubleshoot issues across Linux, networking, and system layers
• Support upgrades, patches, and configuration management
• Act as technical interface with customer and remote engineering teams
• Maintain clear documentation, logs, and issue tracking

Required Skills & Experience:

• Strong practical experience with Linux systems
• Ideally, 4-8 years or post graduation working experience
• Experience in integration, deployment, or technical support roles
• Solid understanding of networking fundamentals (IP, routing, switching)
• Python and/or Bash scripting (required)
• Familiarity with C/C++ (reading/debugging level)
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills
• Ability to operate independently in a customer-facing environment
• Structured and methodical troubleshooting approach
• Strong ownership and accountability
• Clear communication skills in customer-facing situations
• Telecom / networking / embedded systems background – Advantage
• Experience with monitoring or telemetry tools- – Advantage
• Previous on-site / field engineering experience – Advantage
• Legal ability to travel frequently to North America (About 50% travel)

We’re a dream team of purpose-driven, collaborative and passionate people, and we are constantly looking for others to join #TeamMDA to ignite new and innovative approaches to problem-solving that push us forward to improve life on and above Earth. If you’re excited to expand our place in space and driven to inspire the next generation, we’ll take you there.

We have entered a new era of exploration and development, and MDA Space welcomes all who yearn to suit up and be part of it. An equal opportunity employer prizing diversity, integrity and collaboration, we are committed to growing MDA Space’s leadership in this next golden age.

Comments/Special Considerations:

• Right to work: To confirm that you are entitled to take up the position as well as check your nationality and immigration status
• Identity: Full ID check
• Criminal records: Basic Disclosure
• Employment history check: Confirmation of past three years of employment (minimum) history/activity
• Reference checks

Benefits statement:

MDA Space provides competitive compensation and benefits packages for its employees at all locations. As a team member of MDA, you and your qualified dependents are eligible to participate in a benefit plan that ensures a comprehensive level of protection through competitive health care including; private healthcare, disability income protection, life insurance, pension plan; and an employee assistance program.

Equal opportunity statement:

MDA Space is an equal opportunity employer prizing diversity and inclusion. We are committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity. If you require assistance and/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please feel free to notify us.

Accommodations

MDA Space is proud to provide accommodation(s) during the recruitment process. Should you require any accommodations, please indicate this on your application/cover letter and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.