Full-Time
Telecommunications GS Engineer
Updated on 6/16/2026
Spire
501-1,000 employees
Satellite data and analytics for maritime
No salary listed
Glasgow, UK
Hybrid
Hybrid role requiring a minimum of three in-office days per week in Glasgow, UK.
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- Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in Electronics, Telecommunications, Aerospace, or related field
- 2–5 years of experience in ground station operations, RF communication, or satellite systems
- Hands-on experience with radio hardware
- Proficient in C++, Python, Linux, scripting, and working with serial/UART, TCP/IP interfaces
- Solid understanding of link budgets, Doppler shift compensation, and signal modulation
- Experience in RF antenna design and concepts
- Develop and maintain automated ground stations for satellite telemetry, tracking, and control (TT&C)
- Configure radio interfaces (UHF/VHF/S/X-band), modems for telemetry, telecommand and data downlink and uplink
- Work with software-defined radios for dynamic communication tasks
- Test, validate, maintain and monitor radio frequency antenna system such as LNA, LNB, filters and more
- Design, test, and integrate antenna rotator controllers for auto-tracking satellites
- Deploy and manage ground station software
- Build scalable data routing systems for real-time and store-and-forward communication using cloud APIs
- Coordinate with the avionics and mission ops teams for satellite pass predictions and data ingestion
- Develop dashboards for real-time telemetry visualization
- Exposure to embedded system development (Xilinx FPGA, DMA, ARM architecture, PS/PL
- Experience with space communication standards such as ETSI DVB-S2X or CCSDS TM/TC/SCCC
Spire Global collects and analyzes satellite data to provide real-time information for maritime tracking, weather forecasting, and global intelligence. It uses a constellation of nanosatellites to observe ship positions and weather, then downlinks data that is processed into insights delivered through APIs and data licenses. It differentiates itself with broad, real-time coverage from a large network of small satellites and API-centric data products for easy integration. Its goal is to help customers optimize operations, improve safety, and support decision-making across shipping, weather, and government intelligence.
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Tysons, Virginia
Founded
2012
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Munich facility supports up to 100 satellites annually for sovereign European programs.[6][8]
- Schaeffler partnership targets European defense, weather, and civil-security infrastructure by decade-end.[6]
- HyMS and NOAA-related opportunities strengthen Spire's government weather pipeline.[6]
What critics are saying
- Munich capacity creates fixed costs before sovereign contracts fully materialize.[6]
- Q1 2026 operating cash burn of $26.2 million keeps financing pressure high.[6]
- Defense and aviation partnerships remain non-binding until procurement converts to revenue.[6]
What makes Spire unique
- Proprietary nanosatellite constellation delivers near-real-time maritime, aviation, and weather data.[1][7]
- Spire monetizes space data through subscriptions, APIs, and space-as-a-service offerings.[1][7]
- Vertical integration spans satellite design, manufacturing, and operations across U.S. and Europe.[2][4]
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↑ 0%Spire Global, Schaeffler advance European space & defense collaboration. * Spire Global and Schaeffler are teaming up to build satellite systems and sensing technologies to boost Europe's space capabilities * The partnership will prioritize securing spacecraft supply chains and developing scalable satellite platforms * Schaeffler will lead precision manufacturing efforts while Spire brings satellite design, software and operational expertise Spire Global, a provider of satellite data, analytics and intelligence, has signed a memorandum of understanding with motion technology company Schaeffler to jointly develop spacecraft subsystems, satellite platforms and sensing technologies to support Europe's sovereign space capabilities. Global efforts to strengthen space industrial capabilities are accelerating innovation across the air and space sectors. Discussions on emerging technologies, modernization and future mission challenges will take center stage at the Potomac Officers Club's 2026 Air and Space Summit on July 30. Sign up now. What areas will Schaeffler & Spire prioritize? Spire said Wednesday the partnership will focus on securing and scaling spacecraft subsystem supply chains and evaluating industrialized satellite bus platforms for constellation programs. Schaeffler will handle precision manufacturing scale-up, while Spire will provide platform architecture, flight software and operational expertise. The companies said the effort will support defense, weather, civil security and critical infrastructure missions. Why is the partnership significant for Europe's space industry? The companies aim to establish a sovereign European space hardware and mission enterprise by the end of the decade, supporting broader efforts to strengthen Europe's space-industrial capabilities. The partnership will also support Schaeffler's expansion into the space sector and Spire's manufacturing growth in Europe. Spire opened a satellite manufacturing facility in Munich in May 2025 and said the collaboration will expand its access to European defense and government customers. As part of its Strategic Ambition 2035 strategy, Schaeffler has designated the space and defense sectors as key areas for future expansion. Spire said it has deployed more than 240 satellites since 2013 and can currently produce 300 to 400 satellites each year at its manufacturing sites in Europe and the U.S. Aside from its recent partnership with Schaeffler, Spire has continued expanding its work with European government and infrastructure customers. In 2024, the company partnered with Thales and the European Satellite Services Provider to develop a satellite-based air traffic management service and secured contracts with the European Maritime Safety Agency to support global ship-tracking operations.
Spire Global has secured $70 million in a private placement. The company operates a satellite constellation that provides space-based data and analytics, offering weather intelligence, aircraft tracking and security detection services globally. Spire Global builds and operates satellites that observe earth in real time using radio frequency technology. The company also offers space-as-a-service solutions, allowing customers to leverage its infrastructure for their own operations, alongside research and development services for satellite technologies. The firm maintains operations across the United States, Canada, Luxembourg and other locations.
Spire Global has launched an expanded agriculture intelligence offering that integrates soil moisture data with weather forecasting capabilities. The solution combines over 40 years of historical records, daily satellite observations, site-specific forecasts extending up to 45 days, and AI-driven sub-seasonal guidance. The system uses proprietary Global Navigation Satellite System radio occultation and reflectometry data to provide near real-time global soil moisture observations. It can identify early signs of crop stress up to a week before visible canopy damage, enabling more efficient irrigation and water management. Delivered via API, the platform allows digital farming platforms, insurers, agribusinesses and government agencies to embed environmental intelligence into operational workflows. The solution aims to reduce reliance on hardware-based sensors whilst enabling scalable deployment across global agricultural portfolios.
Spire Global has launched a satellite as part of the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency's MagQuest Challenge, which offers multi-million-dollar prizes for advancing Earth's magnetic field measurement. The satellite, launched aboard SpaceX's Transporter 16 mission, combines Spire's infrastructure with SBQuantum's diamond quantum magnetometer system. MagQuest aims to improve efficiency and reliability of geomagnetic data for the World Magnetic Model, which powers navigation in mobile applications, GPS and military systems. Spire and SBQuantum will demonstrate the satellite system and provide data to NOAA and NASA for assessment over three years. The mission represents the first diamond-powered geomagnetic data collection from low Earth orbit. Results will inform NGA's acquisition strategy for global magnetic field data collection capabilities.
Three Glasgow satellites successfully deployed in major SpaceX launch. 31/03/2026 Three satellites built in Glasgow have successfully launched aboard SpaceX's Transporter-16 mission, marking a significant milestone for the city's growing space sector. Developed by Spire Global and AAC Clyde Space, the satellites highlight Glasgow's strength in spacecraft manufacturing and satellite communications, reinforcing its position as Europe's leading city for small-satellite production. The mission was backed by funding from the UK Space Agency through the European Space Agency's Pioneer Programme, part of the Advanced Research in Telecommunications Systems (ARTES) programme, which supports emerging UK companies to become mission providers. One of the satellites, launched by Spire Global UK, is testing optical inter-satellite link (ISL) technology, using high-speed laser crosslinks to reduce data latency. The innovation is designed to support near-real-time data delivery for aviation, maritime, weather and space weather services. Meanwhile, two satellites developed by AAC Clyde Space form part of the xSPANCION project, delivered in collaboration with partners including University of Strathclyde and the Satellite Applications Catapult. The project demonstrates the UK's capability in high-volume, low-cost satellite manufacturing and operations. These satellites will contribute to AAC Clyde Space's VIREON(TM) constellation, designed to provide space-enabled insights for agriculture, forestry and environmental management, supporting decision-making for governments and industry. The launch underscores the growing importance of satellite communications across both civil and defence applications, from broadband connectivity to secure communications. The UK Space Agency has committed more than £600m to satellite communications research and development, alongside new funding through its Connectivity in Low Earth Orbit (C-LEO) programme. Together, the missions strengthen UK capability across advanced communications technologies, manufacturing and operations - while showcasing Glasgow as a global hub for next-generation space innovation.