Job Description

About usPierSight is a space tech company building a constellation of SAR & AIS satellites to provide persistent monitoring of the oceans.Are you passionate about shaping the future of space technology? Join PierSight Space! PierSight Space is a young startup building worlds largest constellation of Synthetic Aperture Radar and AIS satellites for most extensive surveillance of oceans. The startup is backed by Institutional investors like Alphawave Global (Investor in SpaceX), Elevation Capital, All in Capital and Techstars (In collaboration with NASA and US Space Force).We are seeking a motivated Power Electronics Engineer / Intern to learn and eventually become a part of PierSight team in full time role to drive the development of advanced hardware solutions for space exploration.Key Responsibilities:

• Design and Development of Electronics Power Conditioners for Synthetic Aperture Radar; schematic and layouts, based on system requirements and working with both internal team members and external vendors.
• Analyse and understand Satellite level Hardware Architecture; predict design performance using Simulation tools, Analytical Skills etc.
• Build and test electronics prototypes and final designs.
• Design of custom magnetics (transformers, chokes, inductors, etc.), Component selection based on system requirements.
• Safety critical design including design for EMC, fault mitigation, tolerance and stress analyses, reliability predictions.
• Thermal management of major heat dissipating elements in vacuum condition.
• Work along with PCB manufacturers and assembly houses to test the Hardware and find the Root Cause for Design failures.
• Collaborate with mechanical team, layout, and firmware engineers to successfully develop and validate the hardware designs.
• Active Participation in Design improvement meetups.

RequirementsQualifications:

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics or a related field.
• Experience in DC-DC converter design.
• Electronics theory, including component knowledge; analogue and digital circuitry expertise.
• ECAD software knowledge for schematics and layout design.
• Demonstrated ability to work hard, under demanding schedule.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams.

Role: Power Electronics Engineer / InternIndustry Type: Space TechnologyDepartment: Payload Electronics TeamEmployment Type: Internship (Min. 6 Months) / Full Time RoleEducationUG: B. Tech / B. E. in Electrical, Electronics, InstrumentationPG: Any Postgraduate in Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation related subjectsLocation: AhmedabadBenefits

• 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!

Meet the Founders:Gaurav Seth, with a BTech in Engineering Physics from IIST and a tenure of 8 years at ISRO, has been instrumental in the design and execution of five interplanetary and earth observation missions. His remarkable achievements include the development of India's first airborne foliage penetration synthetic aperture radar, showcasing his innovative contributions to the field of remote sensing technology.Vinit Bansal, armed with a B.E. (Hons) in Electrical & Instrumentation from BITS, has an extensive background in technology sales with over 8 years at national instruments. His professional journey boasts a track record of securing deals exceeding $25 million in total, with a remarkable Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 30%. Vinit's expertise extends to the prototyping of cutting-edge space and defence technologies, including radars and transponders.Join PierSight Space and contribute to shaping the future of space exploration. Be part of a team dedicated to pushing technological boundaries and creating impactful solutions that propel us beyond the stars. If you are driven by challenges and possess a passion for pioneering design in aerospace, we invite you to apply and be a crucial part of our mission.PierSight Space is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.

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