SatCom Design Engineer - IoT Payload Design & Integration

ESP Engineered; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

ESP Engineered is seeking a SatCom Design Engineer in Gurugram, India. The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years of hands-on experience designing satellite payloads for IoT applications. Responsibilities include ensuring 3GPP compliance, collaborating with IoT device manufacturers, and managing end-to-end payload testing. Applicants should hold a Bachelor's/Master's in Aerospace Engineering, Electronics, Telecommunications, or related field. Experience with MATLAB and regulatory bodies in frequency coordination is preferred.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in SatCom payload design, IoT satellite systems, or LEO constellations.
• Proven expertise in 3GPP‑compliant IoT protocols and satellite integration.
• Hands‑on with tools like MATLAB, STK, or AWS Ground Station for link‑budget analysis.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement satellite payloads optimized for IoT data transmission.
• Manage end‑to‑end payload testing and ensure compliance with 3GPP standards.
• Partner with IoT user device manufacturers to develop interoperable solutions.

Skills

3GPP-compliant IoT protocols

Collaboration skills with device OEMs

Link-budget analysis and simulations

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s in Aerospace Engineering, Electronics, Telecommunications, or related field

Tools

MATLAB

STK

AWS Ground Station

Python/C++

Job description

Key Job Details

• Location:Gurgaon
• Experience Required:2 to 4 Years Experience
• Education: Bachelor's/Master's in Aerospace Engineering, Electronics, Telecommunications, or related field.
• Industry:R&D and Manufacturing of state-of-the-art avionics-grade, defense-grade, and railway-grade equipment.

About Samtel

Samtel Avionics Ltd. (SA) is a key Indian player in high-technology products for avionics and military applications, rugged displays, cockpit displays and equipment for military and commercial platforms. Samtel Avionics straddles the entire value chain from design, development, manufacture, testing, qualification, repair & maintenance to obsolescence management of avionics products and equipment. Its products and services include Multi-Function Displays, Smart Multi-Function Displays, Displays for commercial aircraft, Head Up Displays, Helmet Mounted Sight Displays, Automated Test Equipment, Multifunction Indicators: 3ATI & 4ATI, Optronics, Rugged displays for Land, Naval and Airborne platforms, Built-to-print/Built-to-Specs manufacturing, MRO services, and Obsolescence Management.

Samtel HAL Display Systems Ltd. (SHDS) is a joint venture between Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and Samtel Avionics, and was created to address the avionics requirements including Test Benches and Systems for all HAL star platforms - both fixed and rotary wing. The Samtel-HAL JV already enjoys the unique distinction of being the first public-private partnership in defence avionics space in India to indigenously design, qualify and serial produce multifunction displays which are currently flying on Su-30 MKI.

About Role

We seek a SatCom Design Engineer /Expert with 2-4 years of hands‑on experience to design, implement, manage, and test satellite payloads for IoT applications. You'll ensure 3GPP compliance, collaborate with IoT device manufacturers for seamless integration, coordinate frequency licensing, and support base terminal engineering teams. This role is pivotal for our LEO satellite IoT constellation projects, focusing on reliable, low‑latency global connectivity.

• Design and implement satellite payloads optimized for IoT data transmission, including modulation schemes, link budgets, and RF subsystems for LEO environments.
• Manage end‑to‑end payload testing, validation, and qualification, ensuring compliance with 3GPP standards (e.g., NB-IoT, LTE-M) for satellite‑IoT integration.
• Partner with IoT user device manufacturers to develop and certify interoperable solutions, including protocol adaptations and field trials.
• Liaise with frequency licensing and coordination bodies (e.g., ITU, IN-SPACe, WPC) for spectrum allocation, interference mitigation, and regulatory approvals.
• Actively support base terminal design and engineering teams by providing payload specs, simulation models (e.g., STK), and integration guidance.
• Analyse performance metrics like BER, throughput, and latency; optimise for operational resilience.
• Contribute to supply chain coordination for payload components and document technical proposals for stakeholder reviews.

Key Experience and Qualification

• Bachelor’s/Master’s in Aerospace Engineering, Electronics, Telecommunications, or related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in SatCom payload design, IoT satellite systems, or LEO constellations.
• Proven expertise in 3GPP‑compliant IoT protocols and satellite integration.
• Hands‑on with tools like MATLAB, STK, or AWS Ground Station for link‑budget analysis and simulations.
• Experience working with regulatory bodies for frequency coordination.
• Strong collaboration skills with device OEMs and cross‑functional teams (e.g., base station engineers).

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of space‑qualified hardware (e.g., amplifiers, antennas) and supply chain management.
• Familiarity with Indian space regulations (IN-SPACe) and defence procurement processes.
• Proficiency in Python/C++ for payload firmware and data analytics.

Personal Attributes

• Detail‑oriented with a proactive approach to problem‑solving.
• Comfortable working in cross‑functional, engineering‑focused teams.
• Curious and eager to stay updated with new technologies and component trends.

Why apply

If you are looking for a role that combines technical ability and research thinking capacity within a cutting‑edge, growing Global tech business, then this could be the role for you. If you meet the requirements above, then we’d love to hear from you.