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Build the systems that make space more usable

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Join a multidisciplinary team developing expandable habitats, deployable structures, advanced materials and mission systems for orbital and terrestrial applications.

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Why Akashalabdhi

We are building at the intersection of aerospace structures, materials, pressure systems, thermal protection, power deployment and mission operations. The work is demanding because each decision must survive both physical constraints and programme realities. For people who want ownership, technical depth and a direct connection between their work and the mission, that challenge is the opportunity.

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What you can expect

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Teams and disciplines

  • Structures and mechanisms: deployable systems, composites, softgoods, joints, interfaces and mechanical testing.
  • Materials and protection: flexible thermal systems, radiation and debris shielding, coatings and environmental compatibility.
  • Pressure and fluid systems: inflation architecture, gas storage, regulation, leak testing and pressure integrity.
  • Power and avionics: deployable solar systems, embedded electronics, sensing, control and data acquisition.
  • Simulation and mission design: structural, thermal and multiphysics analysis; trades; requirements and verification planning.
  • Programme and operations: supply chain, quality, configuration, test campaigns, partnerships and mission execution.
  • Business and strategy: market development, proposals, investor relations, communications and ecosystem partnerships.
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Who thrives here

We value people who can combine ambition with engineering discipline. Strong candidates are curious, accountable and comfortable working through uncertainty without hiding it. They communicate clearly, ask for evidence and care about the quality of the final system, not only their individual task.
  • You can break an open-ended problem into assumptions, tests and decisions.
  • You document your work so another person can review, reproduce and improve it.
  • You are willing to work close to hardware and learn from results that challenge the model.
  • You raise safety, quality and schedule risks early and help resolve them constructively.
  • You respect confidentiality and understand the responsibilities associated with dual-use technology.
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Hiring process

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APPLICATION REVIEW

Application review

We review the relevance of your experience, evidence of delivery and motivation for the role.

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INTRODUCTORY CONVERSATION

Introductory conversation

A discussion about the mission, role scope, working style, availability and mutual expectations.

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TECHNICAL OR WORK DISCUSSION

Technical or work discussion

A role-relevant conversation, portfolio review or reasonable exercise focused on how you think and execute.

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TEAM CONVERSATION

Team conversation

Meet potential collaborators and discuss interfaces, ownership and the realities of the work.

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DECISION AND OFFER

Decision and offer

Selected candidates receive written details covering the role, location, compensation and applicable terms.

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Open roles

Role 01 / 02

Software Engineer

LocationBangalore, India
TypeFull-time
Reporting lineLead Materials & Thermal Protection Engineer

Mission of the role

Lead the evaluation, testing, and integration of high-performance materials and thermal protection systems for expandable space structures.

Outcomes

  • 01Qualify high-temperature thermal protection materials for orbital thermal cycling environments.
  • 02Establish material testing protocols for flexible composites and elastomeric pressure bladders.
  • 03Execute outgassing and environmental compatibility tests according to space qualification standards.
  • 04Analyze structural material degradation under extreme radiation and atomic oxygen exposure.
  • 05Collaborate with structures team to optimize joint interfaces and mechanical seal integrity.
  • 06Document material trade studies and maintain full configuration control for qualification campaigns.

Essential experience

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s in Materials Science, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.
  • 3+ years of experience working with advanced composites, elastomeric materials, or thermal barrier coatings.
  • Hands-on experience with mechanical testing, material characterization, and environmental test facilities.
  • Proven ability to document engineering decisions, test procedures, and material trade studies.

Preferred experience

  • Experience with space-grade materials, thermal protection systems, or pressure vessel sealing.
  • Familiarity with space environment effects (UV, atomic oxygen, thermal vacuum, radiation).
  • Prior work in hardware testing and correlation with analytical material models.

Submit your updated CV and portfolio through the link below. Include a concise note outlining the specific materials or structural challenges you are best equipped to solve.

Apply for this role

Role 02 / 02

Materials Engineer

LocationBangalore, India
TypeFull-time
Reporting lineLead Materials & Thermal Protection Engineer

Mission of the role

Lead the evaluation, testing, and integration of high-performance materials and thermal protection systems for expandable space structures.

Outcomes

  • 01Qualify high-temperature thermal protection materials for orbital thermal cycling environments.
  • 02Establish material testing protocols for flexible composites and elastomeric pressure bladders.
  • 03Execute outgassing and environmental compatibility tests according to space qualification standards.
  • 04Analyze structural material degradation under extreme radiation and atomic oxygen exposure.
  • 05Collaborate with structures team to optimize joint interfaces and mechanical seal integrity.
  • 06Document material trade studies and maintain full configuration control for qualification campaigns.

Essential experience

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s in Materials Science, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.
  • 3+ years of experience working with advanced composites, elastomeric materials, or thermal barrier coatings.
  • Hands-on experience with mechanical testing, material characterization, and environmental test facilities.
  • Proven ability to document engineering decisions, test procedures, and material trade studies.

Preferred experience

  • Experience with space-grade materials, thermal protection systems, or pressure vessel sealing.
  • Familiarity with space environment effects (UV, atomic oxygen, thermal vacuum, radiation).
  • Prior work in hardware testing and correlation with analytical material models.

Submit your updated CV and portfolio through the link below. Include a concise note outlining the specific materials or structural challenges you are best equipped to solve.

Apply for this role

Expression of interest

Do not see the exact role yet? If your work in aerospace, materials, advanced manufacturing, pressure systems, avionics, mission design or deep-tech operations could strengthen our programmes, send a concise note through the Careers form with your CV or portfolio and the problems you are best equipped to solve.

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Equal opportunity statement

Akashalabdhi is committed to a respectful, merit-based workplace. Employment decisions are made on role requirements, capability and demonstrated potential, without unlawful discrimination. Reasonable accommodation requests may be raised during the hiring process.

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