Lead Space Mission Operations Engineer

Holt Recruitment Group Limited; England; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is looking for a Senior Mission Operations Engineer to join a dynamic team in the United Kingdom. This role involves taking the lead in mission operations, including planning, execution, and anomaly management, as well as providing mentorship to junior engineers. Candidates should have 5–10 years of experience in the satellite industry, particularly with real-time spacecraft operations in LEO missions. The position offers a flexible and hybrid working environment along with comprehensive benefits and relocation support.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Private healthcare

Life insurance

Long-term sick pay

Flexible working environment

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of satellite industry experience, ideally in LEO missions.
• Strong understanding of satellite subsystems (AOCS/GNC or OBDH advantageous).
• Hands-on experience with mission control systems.

Responsibilities

• Act as an operations technical lead across multiple missions.
• Provide mentorship to less experienced engineers.
• Perform real-time spacecraft operations during mission phases.
• Develop and maintain mission operations procedures.
• Prepare mission documentation, including user manuals.

Skills

Real-time spacecraft operations

Problem-solving

Communication (English, CEFR Level B2)

Anomaly management

Education

Degree in a relevant engineering discipline

Tools

Mission control systems

Operations tools

Job description

A leading recruitment firm is looking for a Senior Mission Operations Engineer to join a dynamic team in the United Kingdom. This role involves taking the lead in mission operations, including planning, execution, and anomaly management, as well as providing mentorship to junior engineers. Candidates should have 5–10 years of experience in the satellite industry, particularly with real-time spacecraft operations in LEO missions. The position offers a flexible and hybrid working environment along with comprehensive benefits and relocation support.