LaserComm GNC Engineer II

Duration: Full-time

Location: Sahakarnagar, Bengaluru

Qualification: MS/ME/MTech in Aerospace/Electrical/Communications Engineering or any other related field, although this is secondary to relevant experience (minimum 2 years).

Job Responsibilities

Design of Pointing, Acquisition and Tracking (PAT) systems for optical communication systems for mobile platforms (ships, aircraft and satellites etc.)

Explore, model and design control systems for 2-axis/3-axis gimbals

Drive component selection, specification of interfaces etc.

Development and Implementation of PAT and GNC algorithms on embedded platforms

Contribute to system design end-to-end from concept through testing and deployment

Documentation/presentation on design, lab & field tests

Contribute to peer and external design reviews

Required Skills/Experience

2-3 years in Modeling, Simulation of control systems

Familiarity with classical and modern control system methods

Familiarity with discrete time signal processing (FIR, IIR filters etc.), notions of sampling etc.

Familiarity with frequency domain analysis (Fourier Transform etc.)

Familiarity with implementation of control algorithms on embedded hardware

Comfortable in programming languages C/C++, MATLAB, Simulink, Python or similar

Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git)

Prior experience in design, implementation and testing of control systems related to aerospace systems

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

Critical thinking, ability to critique design and make independent decisions

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

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.

Astrogate Labs is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Astrogate Labs is a space-technology start-up based in Bengaluru, building core technologies in laser communication terminals and networks for small-satellites. Astrogate Labs aims to simplify, reduce cost of communication, and enable satellites send more data to ground. We have developed one of the industrys smallest optical communication terminals targeted for small satellite use, further scaling our products and aiming for our first satellite mission. We aim to revolutionize satellite communications and support the growing satellite downlink needs with a network of optical ground stations and in-space relays using the technologies developed in-house.

Why Join Astrogate Labs?

Work on cutting-edge technology: Build laser communication systems that are 100x faster than traditional RF, deployed on satellites and defense platforms and the only scalable solution for building inter-planetary internet

Real impact: Your work will directly contribute to Indias space capabilities and national security applications

Ownership: In a lean & agile team, youll have significant responsibility and visibility across the entire product lifecycle

Learning: Work alongside experienced aerospace engineers and advisors

Growth: Be part of a rapidly scaling startup backed by marquee investors, with clear pathways to leadership roles

Our Culture

Were a startup, which means hustle is part of the DNA. Expect fast iterations and the need to be resourceful. However, we balance this with deep technical rigor were building systems that cant afford to fail.

We value:

Technical excellence with a bias for action

Collaborative problem-solving across disciplines

Curiosity and continuous learning

Pragmatism balanced with innovation

About Us

Astrogate Labs is a space-technology start-up based in Bengaluru, building core technologies in laser communication terminals and networks for small-satellites. Astrogate Labs aims to simplify, reduce cost of communication, and enable satellites send more data to ground. We have developed one of the industrys smallest optical communication terminals targeted for small satellite use, further scaling our products and aiming for our first satellite mission. We aim to revolutionize satellite communications and support the growing satellite downlink needs with a network of optical ground stations and in-space relays using the technologies developed in-house.

Why Join Astrogate Labs?

Work on cutting-edge technology: Build laser communication systems that are 100x faster than traditional RF, deployed on satellites and defense platforms and the only scalable solution for building inter-planetary internet

Real impact: Your work will directly contribute to Indias space capabilities and national security applications

Ownership: In a lean & agile team, youll have significant responsibility and visibility across the entire product lifecycle

Learning: Work alongside experienced aerospace engineers and advisors

Growth: Be part of a rapidly scaling startup backed by marquee investors, with clear pathways to leadership roles

Our Culture

Were a startup, which means hustle is part of the DNA. Expect fast iterations and the need to be resourceful. However, we balance this with deep technical rigor were building systems that cant afford to fail.

We value:

Technical excellence with a bias for action

Collaborative problem-solving across disciplines

Curiosity and continuous learning

Pragmatism balanced with innovation