Systems Engineer – Spacecraft Design

Systems Engineer – Spacecraft Design

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About Azista Space Systems:

Azista Space Systems is a leading player in the Indian space market and is rapidly establishing itself as a global force in the space industry. We specialize in providing vertically integrated solutions to our clients, covering a wide range of services and products, including satellites, satellite buses, payloads, sub-systems, and satellite communication equipment.

What We Do:

At Azista Space Systems, we offer comprehensive design, development, manufacturing, testing, and qualification services for spaceborne equipment. Our innovative and integrated approach ensures that we deliver top-quality solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of our customers.

Role Summary:

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Systems Engineer to support the design, development, and execution of spacecraft systems from concept to launch and beyond. This role requires close collaboration across multiple subsystems and an ability to contribute to spacecraft architecture, integration, testing, and mission operations.

Key Responsibilities:

System Architecture and Design:

• Conduct trade-off analyses and optimize system parameters including mass, power, and data budgets.
• Participate in evolving and adapting mission architectures to meet specific satellite program goals.

Subsystem Integration:

• Collaborate with engineering teams across power, avionics, and communication subsystems to ensure functional integration.
• Support resolution of system-level design and interface issues.

Testing and Validation:

• Assist with Assembly, Integration, and Testing (AIT) of spacecraft, including Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) and Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) simulations.
• Support test execution and verification processes across project phases.

Launch and Operational Support:

• Contribute to launch campaign planning and execution.
• Support in-orbit commissioning and early mission operations during critical phases.

Documentation and Compliance:

• Develop and maintain technical documentation including Interface Control Documents (ICDs), Concepts of Operations (CONOPS), and Verification and Validation (V&V) plans.
• Present technical solutions to stakeholders and project partners.

Proposal and Mission Strategy:

• Participate in proposal development and mission-level system design strategies for upcoming space missions.

Qualifications and Skills:

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in satellite systems engineering or spacecraft integration.

Technical Skills:

• Proficient in systems engineering methodologies, including FMECA/FMEA, FDIR, and requirements management.
• Experience with system modeling and simulation tools such as STK and MATLAB/Simulink.

Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams in a dynamic project environment.

Inclusion and diversity are critical to the success of Azista, and we actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, colour, caste, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category.