Avionics Hardware Lead

Cosmoserve Space; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 3,000,000 - 5,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Cosmoserve Space seeks an Avionics Hardware Lead to own the onboard electronics of our spacecraft, from system specification to tested flight hardware. The Lead will drive circuit simulation, PCB layout, component selection and testing, and ensure every board meets space-grade quality and reliability standards.

This is a hands-on leadership role. The Lead will head a team of engineers, set design and documentation standards, and work closely with the GNC, AIT and QA teams to deliver reliable

Qualifications

• BE/B.Tech or M.Tech in Electronics/ECE/EEE.
• 8–10 years of work experience in avionics or space hardware.
• Experience with MIL-STD-883, ISO and AS9100 QA practices.
• Knowledge of space-grade components and devices.
• Ability to lead a team of engineers and mentor juniors.
• Strong documentation and design-analysis skills.
• Familiarity with KiCad, PSpice or equivalent tools.
• Experience in designing and testing power electronics and DC-DC converters.
• Good communication with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Translate mission goals into avionics system specifications.
• Lead design and development of electronic circuits around microcontrollers.
• Run circuit simulations and review PCB layouts before fabrication.
• Select, design and test low-power DC-DC converters and power distribution circuits.
• Define interfaces between avionics units over serial/parallel buses with signal conditioning.
• Select components suitable for space applications and qualified industrial-grade parts.
• Apply QA practices per MIL-STD-883, ISO and AS9100 requirements.
• Prepare and maintain design documents, test procedures and reports.
• Lead, mentor and review the work of a team of avionics engineers.

Skills

MCU circuit design

PCB layout

Circuit simulation

Power electronics

Serial/parallel interfaces

Space-grade components

QA standards (MIL-STD-883, ISO, AS9100

Team leadership

Education

BE / B.Tech or M.Tech in ECE or EEE

Tools

KiCad

PSpice

PCB Layout

Job description

At Cosmoserve Space, we are pioneering a cleaner, more sustainable future for space exploration through innovative technology focused on active debris removal. Our mission is to safeguard the orbital environment by developing high-tech, cost-effective solutions that lead the market in addressing the growing challenge of space debris. With a passionate team of engineers and a commitment to cutting-edge engineering, Cosmoserve is driving the next generation of responsible space activities, ensuring that the space remains accessible for future missions.

Position: Avionics Hardware Lead

Employment Type: Full-Time

Reports To: CEO

Job Summary

We are looking for an Avionics Hardware Lead to own the onboard electronics of our spacecraft, from system specification to tested flight hardware. The role covers defining avionics requirements from mission goals and designing microcontroller-based circuits, power electronics and subsystem interfaces. The Lead will drive circuit simulation, PCB layout, component selection and testing, and ensure every board meets space-grade quality and reliability standards.

This is a hands-on leadership role. The Lead will head a team of engineers, set design and documentation standards, and work closely with the GNC, AIT and QA teams to deliver reliable hardware on schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Translate mission and system goals into clear avionics system specifications.
• Lead design and development of electronic circuits built around microcontrollers.
• Run circuit simulations and review PCB layouts before fabrication.
• Select, design and test low-power DC-DC converters and power distribution circuits.
• Define and implement interfaces between avionics units over serial and parallel buses, with signal conditioning using op-amps and current-to-voltage converters.
• Select components suitable for space applications, including qualified use of industrial-grade parts.
• Apply QA practices in line with MIL-STD-883, ISO and AS9100 requirements.
• Prepare and maintain design documents, test procedures and reports.
• Lead, mentor and review the work of a team of avionics engineers.

Qualifications

Education: BE / B.Tech or M.Tech in ECE or EEE with specialisation in Electronics / Instrumentation.

Work Experience: 8 to 10 years

Required Skill Set (Major)

• Experience in design and development of electronic circuits with microcontrollers.
• Experience in preparing system specifications for system goals and functions.
• Good knowledge of circuit simulation in KiCad, PSpice or similar tools.
• Knowledge of PCB layout.
• Knowledge of power electronics such as low-power DC-DC converters, including selection and testing.
• Good knowledge of interfacing various avionics systems using serial or parallel buses, op-amps, current-to-voltage converters, etc.
• Knowledge of QA aspects related to MIL 1553 STD, ISO and AS standards.
• Good knowledge of component selection for space applications.
• Knowledge of building systems for space using industrial-grade components.
• Experience in leading a team of engineers.

Added Advantage

• 1.General knowledge of space systems for satellite building.
• 2.Firmware knowledge

Required Soft Skills

• Ability to lead, guide and motivate a team of engineers.
• Strong sense of ownership from design through to testing.
• Clear communication with engineers, management and vendors.
• Works well with GNC, mechanical, AIT and QA teams.
• Methodical approach to debugging and root cause analysis.
• High attention to detail and discipline in following quality processes.
• Good planning and prioritisation in a fast-paced startup.
• Adaptable to changing requirements and limited resources.
• Willing to mentor juniors and give constructive design reviews.