NewSpace Research and Technologies

NewSpace builds long-endurance aerospace platforms that enable persistent Earth observation and high-altitude communications. The company designs piloted and unmanned high-altitude systems, including…

AerospaceSatellitesUAVnewspace.co.in

NewSpace Research and Technologies

AerospaceSatellitesUAVnewspace.co.in

HQBengaluru, IN

Team Size430

Open Jobs10

Total Funding$73M

Latest Fundraise2 years ago

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Lead Engineer I - Communication

On-SiteBengaluru East, Karnataka, IN

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The Role As the Lead Engineer for Communication Systems , you will be the technical authority for the "lifeline" of our aircraft. You will lead a high-performing team to architect, integrate, and field-test robust communication links that must perform in contested and complex environments. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring a blend of deep RF expertise, systems thinking, and project management.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership & Architecture
System Architecture: Lead the end-to-end design of communication suites for UAS, including long-range C2 (Command & Control), high-throughput telemetry, and live video feeds.
Link Engineering: Own the development of link budgets, RF propagation models, and interference analysis
Technology Roadmap: Identify and integrate "Next-Gen" tech such as MESH networking, Software Defined Radios (SDRs) to ensure NRT platforms remain industry-leading.
Integration & Systems Engineering
Cross-Functional Integration: Collaborate with Avionics an.d Airframe teams to manage SWaP-C (Size, Weight, Power, and Cost) and solve complex EMI/EMC challenges.
Embedded Ecosystem: Oversee the interfacing of radios with Onboard Computers (OBCs) like NVIDIA Jetson or Raspberry Pi, ensuring low-latency data flow.
Operational Excellence & Flight Testing
Validation Strategy: Define and lead structured test cases for bench-level RF testing (using spectrum analyzers, signal generators, etc.) and full-scale range and flight tests.
Field Campaigns: Lead out-station flight testing operations, coordinating with internal teams and external government/defense stakeholders.
Lifecycle Management: Manage the hardware lifecycle, from vendor selection and procurement to field maintenance and version control of communication software.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Leadership: Proven experience leading a cross-functional team of engineers/architects through a complete product development lifecycle.
RF Mastery: Deep knowledge of wireless protocols, and antenna theory.
Tools & OS: Expert-level familiarity with SDR platforms and RF characterization tools.
Analytical Mindset: Exceptional problem-solving skills with an emphasis on attention to detail in high-pressure testing environments.

Basic Requirements

Experience: 8+ years of relevant experience in the Defence or Aerospace technology space with emphasis on communications.
Education: B.Tech/B.E. or M.Tech/M.E. in Electronics & Communication, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.

Flexibility: Readiness to lead out-station deployment and flight testing campaigns as required.