Field Station EngineerThis is a future role. We're building a shortlist now and will contact you when it opens.About usFoundational is building the most precise picture of Earth and orbit, using lasers fired from the ground. We call it ground truth for orbit.We design and run low-cost, autonomous satellite laser ranging stations. They measure the distance to satellites with extreme precision, day and night. Our data platform turns those measurements into tracking data and orbit products for satellite operators, space agencies and governments. We also build our own flight-proven laser retroreflector arrays, so any satellite can be tracked.Our station network is expanding across Europe, South America, Africa and Australia. The data supports resilient navigation, Earth observation and the safe, sustainable use of space.We're a small, fast-moving team of engineers, scientists and operators in London. We're backed by venture investors and supported by ESA, the UK Space Agency, Innovate UK and the European Innovation Council.Position OverviewLondon · Full time · On-siteYou'll install, commission and maintain our laser ranging stations at remote sites across Europe, South America, Africa and Australia. You'll turn crates of hardware into a working station, then keep it running.What you'll doInstall and commission stations: telescope, laser, enclosure, power and networkDiagnose and fix faults, both on site and remotelyCarry out preventive maintenance and upgrades across the networkWork with host-site staff and local contractorsFeed lessons from the field back into design and proceduresWrite clear site reports and installation documentationWhat you'll bringField engineering experience with complex electro-mechanical or optical systemsComfort with electrical, mechanical and networking workWillingness to travel for weeks at a time, often to remote sitesA resourceful, calm and safety-minded approach when working aloneA full driving licence and a valid passportNice to haveObservatory, telescope or lidar experienceLaser safety trainingSpanish speakingWhat We OfferA high-impact role with real ownership at an early-stage, venture-backed spacetech companyEMI share options (UK employees)25 Days Annual Leave + Bank HolidaysEnhanced Parental LeaveCycle to work schemesWork alongside engineers and scientists across optics, lasers, software and astrodynamicsOffices in central London, with snacks, tea, coffee and regular socialsWe actively champion underrepresented groups and seek to bridge gaps in our workforce. If you're excited by the role but don't match every point, or you’re seeking a part time role, please apply anyway and add a note into your application. Building the best team is our priority.Find more English Speaking Jobs in United Kingdom on Arbeitnow