Systems Engineer

Qualification:

• BE/BTech or Masters in Aerospace, Electronics, Electrical, or related engineering discipline, 3+ years of experience in systems engineering for hardware products (aerospace, defense, robotics, or similar complex systems preferred)

Job Responsibilities

• System Architecture & Integration:
• Define system requirements, interface specifications, and integration strategies for laser communication terminals across terrestrial, airborne, and space applications

Requirements Management:

• Translate product functional, performance & certification, needs into detailed technical requirements, maintaining traceability across subsystems (optics, electronics, mechanical, software) Subsystem Coordination:
• Work closely with optical design, avionics, structural, and software teams to ensure cohesive system development.
• Manage & monitor technical tasks and risks across programs and diverse teams Testing & Validation:
• Design and execute system-level test campaigns including thermal vacuum testing, vibration testing, field trials, and performance characterization Performance Analysis:
• Analyse link budgets, evaluate system performance under various environmental conditions, and troubleshoot complex multi-subsystem issues Documentation:
• Create comprehensive system documentation including interface control documents (ICDs), develop & enforce system integration & test procedures, and qualification reports Client/Partner Interaction:
• Support technical discussions with partners and clients.
• Technical marketing support for proposals, bids, white papers etc.

Required Skills/Experience

• Strong fundamentals in at least two domains:
• optics, mechanical design, digital design, embedded systems and software and/or control systems Experience with full product development lifecycle from requirements to V&V and operation Understanding of interface design between hardware and software subsystems Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, layouts & technical manuals and interface control documents Experience writing detailed technical documentation and delivering crisp presentations Hands-on mindsetcomfortable in the lab, not just behind a desk Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure

Desired Skills/Experience

• Experience with satellite systems, payloads, or spacecraft subsystems Familiarity with free-space optical communications or RF communications Knowledge of space systems engineering, space program management and space qualification standards (thermal-vac, vibration, EMI/EMC testing) Exposure to embedded systems and communication protocols Experience working in startup or fast-paced R&D environments

Other Requirements

• Motivated to work within a multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced environment Self-driven desire to learn more & continuously upskill themselves Ability to deal with challenges, and work out solutions in a team setting Relentless pursuit of excellence in all aspects of work Strong interpersonal and organization skills to enable working in a dynamic team Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Benefits Health Insurance coverage Flexible working hours Opportunity to publish research on behalf of Astrogate Labs in national and international conferences If you like working in a fast-paced environment with a talented multi-disciplinary team on developing and maturing state-of-the-art LaserComm systems, then this role might be for you.
• Please send your resumes to [email removed].
• Astrogate Labs is an equal opportunity employer.
• We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.