Careers in the Space, Aerospace & Defence Industries
Nebula works with professionals across the global space, aerospace and defence sectors, supporting career moves from senior leadership and commercial roles through to programme management and specialist engineering positions.
Our approach is consultative, discreet and focused on long-term career alignment. We aim to understand not only your experience and technical background, but also the direction you want your career to take.
Many of the opportunities we work on are not publicly advertised, and we regularly speak with individuals who are simply looking to understand the market rather than actively searching for a new role.
Whether you are considering a move now or planning your next step in the future, we are always happy to have a confidential conversation.
Professionals We Work With
Nebula supports professionals across multiple functions within the space, aerospace and defence industries.
Executive Leadership
C-Suite executives, Managing Directors and Vice Presidents responsible for organisational strategy, growth and operational leadership.
Commercial & Business Development
Sales leaders, Business Development Directors and commercial specialists responsible for partnerships, revenue growth and international market expansion.
Programme & Project Leadership
Programme Managers and Project Managers delivering complex aerospace, defence and space programmes.
Engineering & Technical Specialists
Engineers and technical experts working across satellite systems, propulsion, electronics, RF technologies, software, ground systems and advanced aerospace platforms.
Quality & Assurance
Quality professionals responsible for reliability, compliance and product integrity across highly regulated aerospace and defence environments.
Access to Opportunities Across the Sector
Nebula works with organisations across the global space, aerospace and defence ecosystem, including established aerospace companies, defence technology organisations and rapidly growing deep-tech businesses.
We regularly support companies involved in:
Satellite systems and spacecraft manufacturing
Propulsion and launch technologies
Advanced aerospace platforms
Defence technologies
Space electronics, software and ground systems
Many of the roles we work on are filled through direct search and industry relationships rather than public advertising, giving candidates access to opportunities that are often difficult to find through traditional job searches.
How We Support Candidates
Changing roles is an important decision, particularly within specialised technical industries.
Before introducing opportunities, we take time to understand your experience, technical background and long-term career goals.
Where appropriate, we also provide support with:
CV and profile feedback
Interview preparation
Market insight and salary guidance
Feedback throughout the hiring process
Our goal is not simply to place candidates quickly, but to support professionals in making career moves that genuinely align with their ambitions.
Typical Roles We Recruit
Nebula works across a wide range of roles within the industry, including:
C-Suite & Executive Leadership
Vice Presidents & Directors
Business Development Leaders
Programme & Project Managers
Systems Engineers
Electronics & RF Engineers
Software & Embedded Engineers
Satellite & Spacecraft Engineers
Quality Assurance & Quality Engineers
Submit Your CV
If you are working within the space, aerospace or defence sectors and would like to explore future opportunities, we would be pleased to hear from you.
Submit your CV and we will be in touch if we believe we can support your next career move.
