Position Title: Sat Com Design Engineer - Io T Payload Design & Integration

Location: Gurgaon

Experience Required: 4-6 Years Experience

Education: Bachelor's/Master's in Aerospace Engineering, Electronics, Telecommunications, or related field.

Industry: R& D and Manufacturing of state-of-the-art avionics-grade, defense-grade, and railway-grade equipment.

Key Roles &

Responsibilities Design and develop end-to-end satellite Io T communication systems, including space, ground, and user segments for LEO constellation Compliance with 3 GPP standards and emerging trends in satellite Io T, NTN (Non-Terrestrial Networks), and 5 G/6 G integration Define system architecture for Sat Com Io T solutions, including payload interfaces, network topology, and device connectivity Perform link budget analysis and optimize communication performance for low-power, low-data-rate Io T devices Evaluate and select suitable communication protocols (e.g., Lo Ra, NB-Io T, proprietary waveforms) for satellite integration Liaise with frequency licensing and coordination bodies (e.g., ITU, IN-SPACe, WPC) for spectrum allocation, interference mitigation, and regulatory approvals. Actively support base terminal design and engineering teams by providing payload specs, simulation models (e.g., STK), and integration guidance. Analyse performance metrics like BER, throughput, and latency; optimize for operational resilience. Design and optimize waveforms, modulation schemes, and coding techniques for satellite Io T applications Collaborate with RF teams on frequency planning, antenna design, and spectrum utilization Work with hardware and embedded teams to define Io T terminal/device requirements and interfaces Develop and validate network architecture,



including gateways, ground stations, and cloud integration Conduct trade studies for system performance, scalability, latency, and cost optimization Define and manage system-level budgets (link, power, data throughput, latency) Support development of protocols for reliable communication, including error correction and retransmission strategies Ensure interoperability between satellite systems and terrestrial Io T networks Develop concepts of operations (Con Ops) for Io T services, including deployment and scaling strategies Perform simulations and modeling using tools such as MATLAB/Python and network simulators Support system integration, testing, and validation across hardware, RF, and software domains Analyze system performance and troubleshoot communication issues during development and testing Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements for spectrum, licensing, and satellite communications Collaborate with cross-functional teams including systems, RF, software, and mission design Prepare and maintain technical documentation, including architecture definitions, design reports, and test results Support proposal development, customer interactions, and technical presentations Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical leadership within the team





Preferred Skills Strong understanding of satellite communication systems and Io T architectures (space, ground, and user segments) In-depth knowledge of 3 GPP standards for Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTN), including NB-Io T, LTE-M, and 5 G NR NTN Experience with Io T communication protocols such as Lo Ra, NB-Io T, MQTT, Co AP, and TCP/IP stacks Proficiency in link budget analysis, waveform design, and modulation/coding techniques for low-power Io T devices Familiarity with RF system concepts including frequency planning, interference analysis, and antenna fundamentals Solid programming skills in Python and/or MATLAB for simulation, modeling, and data analysis Experience with network simulation tools (e.g., ns-3, OPNET, or equivalent) Understanding of embedded systems and firmware design for Io T devices Knowledge of cloud platforms and Io T backends (AWS Io T, Azure Io T, or similar) for data handling and integration Familiarity with Linux-based development environments and networking tools Understanding of protocols for reliable communication (error correction, ARQ/HARQ mechanisms) Knowledge of satellite link impairments (Doppler, latency, fading) and mitigation techniques Strong debugging, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills Effective communication and technical documentation skills Ability to work in cross-functional teams across RF, hardware, software, and mission domains Certification or training in 3 GPP technologies (LTE, NB-Io T, 5 G NR/NTN) Certification in cloud platforms such as AWS Certified Io T, Azure Io T, or equivalent Certification in programming/data analysis (Python, MATLAB) Certification in cybersecurity or secure communications (desirable for Io T systems)

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