Embedded Hardware Engineer

About Us:

PierSight Space is a young startup building world’s largest constellation of Synthetic Aperture Radar and AIS satellites for most extensive surveillance of oceans. The startup is backed by Techstars Space (In collaboration with NASA and US Space Force) and few marque investors from India.

Role: Embedded Hardware Engineer

Industry Type: Space Technology

Department: Baseband Electronics Team

Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent

Education

UG: Any Graduate

PG: Any Postgraduate

Job Description:

• You will be a part of Earth Observation Satellite Payload Development Team.
• You will Design, develop, and test embedded hardware systems for space applications.
• Create schematics and PCB layouts using industry-standard tools.
• Collaborate with software engineers to ensure seamless integration of hardware and software components.
• Conduct simulations and analysis to verify the performance and reliability of hardware designs.
• Perform hardware debugging, troubleshooting, and optimization.
• Develop and execute test plans to validate hardware performance and compliance with space standards.
• Participate in design reviews and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Document design specifications, test results, and technical reports.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in embedded hardware design.
• Extensive experience in high-speed design, with a strong portfolio of successful projects containing DDR3, DDR4, High-speed LVDS, SERDES, JESDs, Ethernet, USB.
• In-depth knowledge of EMI/EMC principles and practices.
• Knowledge of PCB manufacturing processes and constraints.
• Familiarity with simulation tools for signal and power integrity analysis.
• Experience with compliance testing and certification processes.
• Knowledge of space-grade components and standards (e.g., radiation-hardened components, MIL-STD-883).

Knowledge and Skills:

• Analog-to-Digital Converters (ADC) and Digital-to-Analog Converters (DAC).
• High-speed interfaces such as SERDES and JESD.
• Point of Load (POL) and Low Dropout (LDO) regulator design.
• FPGA-based circuit design.
• Double Data Rate (DDR) memory design.
• Familiarity with signal integrity and power integrity analysis.
• Understanding of thermal management in embedded systems.

Benefits

• Exposure to real-world projects and hands-on experience in Space technology
• Mentorship from experienced engineers in the field
• Thriving Growth-Mindset Team
• Lots of Fun!