Space Systems Engineer

Job Description

Department: Space & Satellite

Designation: Space Systems Engineer

Experience: 1-4 Years

SAMTEL Avionics seeks a Space Systems Engineer with 1-4 years of experience for its new space vertical to support satellite payload design, simulation, and analysis in Satcom applications, focusing on Ka-band, S-band, and X-band transponders.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, simulate, and analyse space payloads, including Ka-band, S-band, and X-band transponders, ensuring optimal performance in Satcom missions.
• Perform link budget calculations, payload systems engineering, and end-to-end system modelling using tools like MATLAB or STK.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on satellite subsystem integration, testing, and risk mitigation throughout the development lifecycle.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electronics, or related field.
• 1-4 years of hands-on experience in satellite communications, RF systems, or payload engineering.
• Proficiency in frequency band analysis (Ka, S, X-band), simulation software, and link budget tools.

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with transponder design, orbital analysis, and space mission standards like ECSS.
• Experience with Python, MATLAB, or similar for RF modelling and data analysis.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in agile teams at SAMTEL Avionics' space vertical.