Hardware Design Engineer
On-siteAhmedabad, Gujarat, India
Job Summary
Design schematics, PCB layouts, and documentation for spacecraft avionics including OBC, EPS, communication units, and payload interfaces. Develop, simulate, and validate circuits for power regulation, signal conditioning, and digital/analog interfaces while performing FMECA and worst-case analysis. Own the complete PCB design lifecycle from concept through qualification, ensuring compliance with space standards and mission requirements. Procure space-grade components, manage vendor qualification, and conduct design reviews with cross-functional teams. Collaborate with mechanical and thermal engineers for board integration and develop test procedures for functional, environmental, and reliability validation. Interface with software teams for hardware-software co-design and maintain comprehensive traceability records.
Required Qualifications
- B.E./B.Tech or M.E./M.Tech in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Avionics, or related field
- 2–6 years of experience in hardware design for aerospace/defense/embedded systems
- Strong knowledge of digital/analog circuit design, microcontrollers, and sensor interfaces
- Hands-on experience with schematic & PCB design tools (Altium Designer, KiCad, OrCAD, or Cadence Allegro)
- Familiarity with circuit simulation tools (LTSpice, PSpice, or equivalent)
- Understanding of EMI/EMC, grounding, and signal integrity best practices
- Knowledge of space-grade/radiation-tolerant components, derating guidelines, and reliability analysis
- Proficiency in FMECA, worst-case analysis, and component reliability assessment
- Experience with lab equipment (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, spectrum analyzers, power supplies)
- Good knowledge of design documentation and configuration control practices
- Willingness to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with FPGA/CPLD design and hardware-software co-design
- Knowledge of ECSS/NASA/IPC standards for space hardware development
- Familiarity with system-level avionics integration and debugging
- Prior experience with CubeSat/small satellite avionics hardware
- Exposure to CAD tools for board-mechanical integration (SolidWorks, Fusion 360)
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