Starion Group
Bath, Somerset
System Engineer Location: Bath, United Kingdom Application deadline: 20 July 2026 Reference number: 0529 We are currently seeking a Senior System Engineer to join our team in Bath, UK, contributing to the UK QKD programme while supporting new and prospective projects and related activities. You will collaborate with Starion teams and partners in the UK, Belgium and Luxembourg. Tasks and Activities Undertaking Space Systems Engineering. Managing and delivering complex software and networking systems projects. Leading technical teams effectively. Managing stakeholder relationships. Overseeing the development and writing of proposals, supporting sales in winning business. Skills and Experience Solid technical skills with experience working with complex software and networking systems. Ability to take technical leadership of a team of engineers. Capability to learn and understand complex systems. Good communication skills with clients, partner organisations, and colleagues, including senior leadership, working in an international environment. Sound knowledge of cyber security concepts and requirements. Occasional travel to customer, company or partner's sites in the UK and Europe. Desire to work both autonomously and as part of a team, in an international multicultural environment. Solution oriented mindset, with a customer focused communication skill. Fluent in English, both written and spoken. Desirable Skills and Experience Satellite communications knowledge. Strong understanding of space system architectures and operations. Use of MBSE tools such as SysML for system design. Knowledge of operations of complex systems. Understanding of optical communication systems. Experience managing and writing proposals for commercial and institutional customers. Why Should You Apply? You will have the opportunity to work within leading space organisations across Europe. We encourage everyone to think outside the box and push the boundaries of traditional knowledge. This role is an opportunity to join a forward thinking company and gain a deeper understanding of the industry. To be part of a company that values integrity, inspiration, care and collaboration. Benefits include competitive remuneration packages; unique career opportunities, including working in other countries; access to training and development programmes; flexible relocation support. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. We therefore welcome applications from all candidates, irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religious beliefs, age, disability or other characteristics. As part of our commitment to providing an inclusive and barrier free recruitment process, we will provide reasonable adjustments and support to ensure neuro diverse applicants or those with a disability or long term condition can be their best during the recruitment process.
System Engineer Location: Bath, United Kingdom Application deadline: 20 July 2026 Reference number: 0529 We are currently seeking a Senior System Engineer to join our team in Bath, UK, contributing to the UK QKD programme while supporting new and prospective projects and related activities. You will collaborate with Starion teams and partners in the UK, Belgium and Luxembourg. Tasks and Activities Undertaking Space Systems Engineering. Managing and delivering complex software and networking systems projects. Leading technical teams effectively. Managing stakeholder relationships. Overseeing the development and writing of proposals, supporting sales in winning business. Skills and Experience Solid technical skills with experience working with complex software and networking systems. Ability to take technical leadership of a team of engineers. Capability to learn and understand complex systems. Good communication skills with clients, partner organisations, and colleagues, including senior leadership, working in an international environment. Sound knowledge of cyber security concepts and requirements. Occasional travel to customer, company or partner's sites in the UK and Europe. Desire to work both autonomously and as part of a team, in an international multicultural environment. Solution oriented mindset, with a customer focused communication skill. Fluent in English, both written and spoken. Desirable Skills and Experience Satellite communications knowledge. Strong understanding of space system architectures and operations. Use of MBSE tools such as SysML for system design. Knowledge of operations of complex systems. Understanding of optical communication systems. Experience managing and writing proposals for commercial and institutional customers. Why Should You Apply? You will have the opportunity to work within leading space organisations across Europe. We encourage everyone to think outside the box and push the boundaries of traditional knowledge. This role is an opportunity to join a forward thinking company and gain a deeper understanding of the industry. To be part of a company that values integrity, inspiration, care and collaboration. Benefits include competitive remuneration packages; unique career opportunities, including working in other countries; access to training and development programmes; flexible relocation support. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. We therefore welcome applications from all candidates, irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religious beliefs, age, disability or other characteristics. As part of our commitment to providing an inclusive and barrier free recruitment process, we will provide reasonable adjustments and support to ensure neuro diverse applicants or those with a disability or long term condition can be their best during the recruitment process.
Starion Group
Harwell, Oxfordshire
Senior 5G/6G NTN System Engineer (SatCom) Location: Harwell, United Kingdom Application deadline: 24 July 2026 Reference number: 0399 We are looking for a Senior 5G/6G NTN System Engineer (SatCom) to join our team in support of ESA's Directorate of Connectivity and Secure Communications. You will be part of the Telecommunications, Space and Ground Segment, Future Programmes, and New Concepts Engineering Support Service. The position is based on-site at ESCAT's premises in Harwell, United Kingdom. About the client and location The European Centre for Space Applications and Telecommunications is the European Space Agency's (ESA) base in Harwell, UK. With special focus on the link between space and telecommunications, ECSAT also hosts ESA's Earth Observation Climate Office. It is from here that ESA's Climate Change Initiative programme is executed. Tasks and activities Supporting the definition, preparation, execution, and monitoring of ESA ARTES 5G/6G activities and programmes. Contributing to the development of future Programme Proposals (PPs) and strategic initiatives in the fields of 5G, 6G, NTN, Direct to Device (D2D), and satellite terrestrial network integration. Identifying, shaping, and promoting new opportunities for industrial participation and innovation within ESA's newly created Commercialization (CIP) Directorate. Supporting the evolution of advanced NTN architectures and technologies, including 3GPP compliant solutions, network virtualization, cloud native infrastructures, and edge computing. Contributing to activities related to AI enabled communications, autonomous network management, intelligent orchestration, and future digital connectivity ecosystems. Engaging with industry, academia, standardization bodies, and institutional stakeholders to foster innovation and strengthen ESA's role in shaping future communication systems. Supporting ESA's contributions to relevant international standardization, pre standardization, and ecosystem building activities related to 5G, 6G, NTN, and AI enabled networks. Monitoring technology, market, and regulatory developments affecting future communication infrastructures and identifying opportunities for ESA programme growth and strategic positioning. Contributing to the establishment and operation of innovation initiatives, testbeds, hubs, and demonstration platforms supporting advanced connectivity technologies. Skills and experience University degree (or equivalent qualification) in Telecommunications, Electronics, Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, or a related engineering discipline. Minimum 5 years of relevant industry experience in 5G/6G communications, Non Terrestrial Networks (NTN), satellite communications systems, wireless networking, or related digital connectivity technologies. Demonstrated knowledge of 3GPP standards, mobile network architectures, NTN integration, and emerging communication technologies. Familiarity with AI driven networking, network automation, intelligent orchestration, digital twins, or data driven communication systems. Experience working with industry, research organisations, or institutional stakeholders in telecommunications and space communications ecosystems. Desire to work both autonomously and as part of a team, in an international multicultural environment. Solution oriented mindset, with a customer focused communication skill. Eligibility to obtain an EU security clearance is required. Fluent in English, both written and spoken. Why should you apply? You will have the opportunity to work within leading space organisations across Europe. We encourage everyone to think outside the box and push the boundaries of traditional knowledge. This role is an opportunity to join a forward thinking organisation and develop a deeper understanding of the industry. To be part of a company that values integrity, inspiration, care and collaboration. Benefits include competitive remuneration packages; unique career opportunities, including working in other countries; access to training and development programmes; flexible relocation support. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome applications from all candidates, irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religious beliefs, age, disability, or other characteristics. As part of our commitment to providing an inclusive and barrier free recruitment process, we will provide reasonable adjustments and support to ensure neuro diverse applicants or those with a disability or long term condition can be their best during the recruitment process.
Senior 5G/6G NTN System Engineer (SatCom) Location: Harwell, United Kingdom Application deadline: 24 July 2026 Reference number: 0399 We are looking for a Senior 5G/6G NTN System Engineer (SatCom) to join our team in support of ESA's Directorate of Connectivity and Secure Communications. You will be part of the Telecommunications, Space and Ground Segment, Future Programmes, and New Concepts Engineering Support Service. The position is based on-site at ESCAT's premises in Harwell, United Kingdom. About the client and location The European Centre for Space Applications and Telecommunications is the European Space Agency's (ESA) base in Harwell, UK. With special focus on the link between space and telecommunications, ECSAT also hosts ESA's Earth Observation Climate Office. It is from here that ESA's Climate Change Initiative programme is executed. Tasks and activities Supporting the definition, preparation, execution, and monitoring of ESA ARTES 5G/6G activities and programmes. Contributing to the development of future Programme Proposals (PPs) and strategic initiatives in the fields of 5G, 6G, NTN, Direct to Device (D2D), and satellite terrestrial network integration. Identifying, shaping, and promoting new opportunities for industrial participation and innovation within ESA's newly created Commercialization (CIP) Directorate. Supporting the evolution of advanced NTN architectures and technologies, including 3GPP compliant solutions, network virtualization, cloud native infrastructures, and edge computing. Contributing to activities related to AI enabled communications, autonomous network management, intelligent orchestration, and future digital connectivity ecosystems. Engaging with industry, academia, standardization bodies, and institutional stakeholders to foster innovation and strengthen ESA's role in shaping future communication systems. Supporting ESA's contributions to relevant international standardization, pre standardization, and ecosystem building activities related to 5G, 6G, NTN, and AI enabled networks. Monitoring technology, market, and regulatory developments affecting future communication infrastructures and identifying opportunities for ESA programme growth and strategic positioning. Contributing to the establishment and operation of innovation initiatives, testbeds, hubs, and demonstration platforms supporting advanced connectivity technologies. Skills and experience University degree (or equivalent qualification) in Telecommunications, Electronics, Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, or a related engineering discipline. Minimum 5 years of relevant industry experience in 5G/6G communications, Non Terrestrial Networks (NTN), satellite communications systems, wireless networking, or related digital connectivity technologies. Demonstrated knowledge of 3GPP standards, mobile network architectures, NTN integration, and emerging communication technologies. Familiarity with AI driven networking, network automation, intelligent orchestration, digital twins, or data driven communication systems. Experience working with industry, research organisations, or institutional stakeholders in telecommunications and space communications ecosystems. Desire to work both autonomously and as part of a team, in an international multicultural environment. Solution oriented mindset, with a customer focused communication skill. Eligibility to obtain an EU security clearance is required. Fluent in English, both written and spoken. Why should you apply? You will have the opportunity to work within leading space organisations across Europe. We encourage everyone to think outside the box and push the boundaries of traditional knowledge. This role is an opportunity to join a forward thinking organisation and develop a deeper understanding of the industry. To be part of a company that values integrity, inspiration, care and collaboration. Benefits include competitive remuneration packages; unique career opportunities, including working in other countries; access to training and development programmes; flexible relocation support. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome applications from all candidates, irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religious beliefs, age, disability, or other characteristics. As part of our commitment to providing an inclusive and barrier free recruitment process, we will provide reasonable adjustments and support to ensure neuro diverse applicants or those with a disability or long term condition can be their best during the recruitment process.