Systems Engineer

Astrogate Labs; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance coverage

Flexible working hours

Opportunity to publish research on national and international platforms

Job summary

Astrogate Labs, located in Bengaluru, is seeking a Hardware Platform Engineer to define system requirements and integration strategies for state-of-the-art LaserComm systems. The ideal candidate should have at least 3 years of experience in systems engineering, particularly in hardware products.

This role involves close coordination with various teams to ensure seamless system development, as well as the execution of test campaigns and creation of comprehensive system documentation. The position offers flexible working hours and health insurance coverage.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in systems engineering for hardware products.
• Understanding of interface design between hardware and software subsystems.
• Experience with full product development lifecycle from requirements to V&V.

Responsibilities

• Define system requirements and integration strategies for products.
• Translate product needs into detailed technical requirements.
• Coordinate with design and software teams for system development.
• Execute system-level test campaigns and performance characterization.
• Create comprehensive documentation including interface control documents.

Skills

Optics

Mechanical Design

Embedded Systems

Software and Control Systems

Technical Documentation

Problem-Solving

Technical Presentations

Education

BE/BTech or Masters in Aerospace or related discipline

Job description

Job Description

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
• 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; provide 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 mindset, comfortable 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

Other Information

• 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 ca****r@as**********s.com.
• Astrogate Labs is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Job Classification

Industry: Hardware & Networking

Functional Area / Department: Engineering - Hardware & Networks

Role Category: Hardware

Role: Hardware Platform Engineer

Employment Type: Full time

Contact Details:

Company: Astrogate Labs

Location(s): Bengaluru

Ability to work in a team environment with members of varying skill levels. Highly motivated. Learns quickly.