Lead - Satellite Design & Development Job in Larsen & Toubro (l&t)

Job Title: Lead Satellite Design & Development

Location: Bengaluru

Experience Required: 10 to 15 years

Minimum Qualification:

• Bachelor s or Master s degree in Engineering (BE/BTech/ME/MTech) or Science (MSc)
• Specialization in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electronics, or Systems Engineering preferred

Key Skills

• Satellite Systems Engineering
• System Architecture & Integration
• Flight Mechanics & Control Systems
• NX and Concept Design Tools
• Project & Resource Management
• Systems Engineering Lifecycle (V&V, Risk, Interfaces)
• Strategic & Technical Leadership
• Stakeholder Management

Job Summary

We are seeking a seasoned and visionary Lead Satellite Design & Development to lead end-to-end execution of satellite programs. The role requires deep technical expertise, hands-on project management skills, and a proven ability to lead multidisciplinary engineering teams. The ideal candidate will be instrumental in shaping system architecture, ensuring technical excellence, and aligning with organizational goals in the dynamic field of space systems.

Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership

• Lead and mentor a multi-functional engineering team across systems, mechanical, electronics, aerospace, software, and reliability disciplines.
• Foster a collaborative, innovation-driven work culture aligned with project objectives and company strategy.

Project Management

• Manage full project lifecycle: from concept development through design, integration, testing, and deployment.
• Define project plans, budgets, schedules, and resource allocations using Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid methodologies.
• Conduct regular project reviews to monitor performance, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.

Systems Engineering & Integration

• Drive system architecture and engineering processes: requirements definition, interface control, verification & validation, and risk management.
• Balance trade-offs between performance, cost, risk, and reliability throughout the development lifecycle.
• Ensure all engineering documentation is maintained in line with industry standards and internal processes.

Quality Assurance & Risk Management

• Champion adherence to quality benchmarks and reliability targets.
• Develop and enforce comprehensive risk mitigation plans across design, development, and integration phases.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Interface with internal teams (R&D, QA, Production, Finance, Executive Leadership) for cross-functional alignment.
• Engage external partners clients, suppliers, regulators to ensure compliance, clarity, and project alignment.
• Represent the organization in technical forums, industry panels, and client briefings.

Innovation & Continuous Improvement

• Drive adoption of emerging technologies and design innovations to strengthen competitive edge.
• Lead process optimization initiatives to improve development efficiency, product quality, and team performance.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Proven leadership in full-cycle satellite or satellite bus development from mission planning and architecture to launch and mission control.
• In-depth knowledge of satellite sub-systems and technology providers.
• Familiarity with international standards and best practices in satellite design and development.
• Strong strategic acumen in planning, budgeting, and resource management for complex aerospace projects.