Communications System Engineer (Luton)

Senior Satellite Communications Systems Engineer

Location: Luton – Hybrid

Onsite: 1 day per week

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:

• Design and develop advanced SATCOM systems across space and ground segments

• Lead system-level requirements, architecture design, and interface definition

• Conduct RF link analysis, bandwidth planning, and coverage modelling

• Integrate IP networking, cyber security, and system monitoring features

• Support system integration, test planning, and verification & validation activities

• Interface directly with clients to shape mission requirements into engineered solutions

• Contribute to R&D efforts and technical strategy in the communications domain

Key Requirements:

• 5–10 years’ experience in SATCOM or space systems engineering

• Strong background in systems engineering (requirements, design, VV&T)

• Understanding of satellite system design, ground infrastructure, and payload engineering

• Familiarity with IP networking, data protocols, and secure comms environments

• Degree in Space Systems, Electronics, Communications, or related field

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Desirable:

• Chartered Engineer status (or working towards it)

• Experience in ground/satellite system commissioning and test

• Knowledge of OSS/BSS, network management, or secure architectures

• Software development exposure (Python, Java) and Agile/DevOps methodologies

• Familiarity with emerging tech such as optical communications, 5G, or quantum systems

Why Apply?

• Work on impactful, high-profile satellite comms programmes

• Be part of a team solving real-world engineering problems in a fast-evolving industry

• Hybrid working and flexibility built in

• Strong focus on innovation, sustainability, and technical excellence

Package Includes:

• Competitive salary (DOE)

• Pension contributions & private medical cover

• 1 day/week onsite in Luton

• Green car scheme

• Additional lifestyle and financial benefits

Senior Satellite Communications Systems Engineer

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

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