SENIOR POWER ELECTRONICS DESIGN ENGINEER

About Us:

Join a team that is redefining the accessibility of space. Azista space is a transformative force in the global aerospace sector, uniquely positioned at the intersection of indigenous innovation and industrial scalability. Operating Indias first private-sector satellite mass-production facility in Ahmedabad, we have bridged the gap between complex engineering and high-volume manufacturing.

As a vertically integrated leader, we provide end-to-end solutions from the precision design of satellite buses and advanced payloads to mission management and communication systems. We dont just build hardware, we are democratizing the final frontier by providing global clientele with the cost-effective, high-performance technology needed to power the next generation of orbital missions. At Azista, you won't just be starting a job, youll be fuelling the future of space exploration.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Senior Power Electronics Design Engineer with deep expertise in high-reliability power systems, satellite electrical power systems (EPS), and aerospace-grade electronics design.

This role demands strong capabilities in DC-DC converter design, power distribution, EMI/EMC compliance, and system-level optimization. You will lead the development of flight-ready power electronics from concept to qualification, ensuring compliance with space-grade standards and mission-critical reliability.

Responsibilities:

Power Electronics & EPS Design

• Design and develop high-efficiency DC-DC converters, power conditioning units (PCU), and power distribution systems for satellite platforms
• Architect and define Electrical Power Systems (EPS) including:
• Solar array interfaces
• Battery Management Systems (BMS)
• Protection and fault-tolerant circuits
• Design motor drive electronics for spacecraft mechanisms and actuators

Simulation, Modelling & Optimization

• Perform circuit simulation and modeling using tools such as LTSpice, PSpice, MATLAB/Simulink
• Optimize designs for efficiency, power density, thermal performance, and mass constraints
• Apply Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Reliability (DFR) principles

Hardware Development & Validation

• Lead schematic design, PCB layout review, and hardware bring-up/commissioning
• Develop and execute test plans, validation procedures, and verification strategies
• Conduct prototype validation testing, including:
• Thermal vacuum testing
• Vibration and shock testing
• Burn-in and environmental stress screening

Reliability & Compliance

• Perform FMECA (Failure Modes, Effects, and Criticality Analysis)
• Conduct worst-case analysis (WCA) and component derating analysis
• Ensure compliance with EMI/EMC standards and space qualification requirements
• Select radiation-tolerant / space-grade components for high-reliability applications

Systems Integration & Communication

• Integrate with spacecraft subsystems using protocols such as:
• SPI, I2C, CAN, RS422/RS485, LVDS, SpaceWire, MIL-STD-1553B
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across mechanical, thermal, and systems engineering

Leadership & Innovation

• Mentor and guide junior engineers and design teams
• Establish best practices in design documentation, validation, and testing workflows
• Evaluate and adopt emerging technologies (GaN, advanced semiconductors, power architectures)

Required Qualifications & Technical Skills:

Education

• BE/BTech or ME/MTech/MSc in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Power Electronics, or related field

Experience:

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in power electronics design for: Aerospace / Space systems, Defence electronics, High-reliability industrial systems

Power Electronics & Hardware

• Expertise in multi-topology DC-DC converters (buck, boost, flyback, forward, LLC, etc.)
• Experience with GaN / Si MOSFETs, LDOs, switching regulators
• Strong understanding of analog and digital control systems

Tools & Design

• LTSpice / PSpice / MATLAB / Simulink
• PCB design tools (Altium, Cadence, KiCad, etc.)
• Hands-on experience in circuit debugging, testing, and validation

Reliability & Compliance

• Expertise in:
• Thermal management and heat dissipation techniques
• EMI/EMC analysis and mitigation
• Radiation effects and component derating (ECSS/NASA standards preferred)

Embedded & Digital Systems (Preferred)

• Working knowledge of:
• Microcontrollers (MCU), DSPs, FPGA-based systems
• Communication protocols: SPI, I2C, CAN, RS422/RS485, LVDS, SpaceWire, MIL-STD-1553B

Key Competencies:

• System-level thinking & architecture design
• High-reliability engineering mindset
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to deliver end-to-end product development (concept qualification)
• Effective technical leadership and mentoring abilities