Signal Processing Engineer

Job description

Space Segment & Satellite DSP Lead | Luton (Remote) | £80,000

A leading UK-based space and satellite communications organisation is looking for a Space Segment Verification & Satellite DSP Lead to support a high-profile geostationary satellite communications programme.

This is a senior technical assurance role, providing independent oversight to a government client on the design, verification, and delivery of a complex space system.

What You’ll Do

• Provide independent technical assurance of space segment delivery
• Lead acceptance and verification of space and system-level requirements
• Review supplier verification evidence and manage technical reviews
• Assess and report technical and programme risks
• Provide oversight of firmware, FPGA, and DSP-heavy digital hardware development
• Act as a technical authority, challenging suppliers where required

About You

• Experienced systems engineer with knowledge of satellite systems, DSP, or payload design
• Strong background in firmware, FPGAs, digital hardware, or DSP applications (e.g. Modems, digital RF, radar)
• Confident communicator, able to engage technical experts and non-specialists alike
• Experience with government or defence programmes desirable
• Eligible for UK security clearance
• Willing to travel occasionally to client and supplier sites

What's in it for you?

Salary £75,000 - £80,000

Remote working structure once a month on site

14% pension

⭐Company bonus scheme

Huge learning and career progression opportunities

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Luton

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

12-01-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English