Uma Parvathi Mallissery Manyan

Hardware Engineer @ NeuralSat

About

Electronics / Hardware Engineer with hands-on experience developing reliable space electronics, from concept and architecture definition to schematic design, PCB layout, prototyping, and hardware-in-the-loop validation. I hold a B.Tech in Electrical and Electronics Engineering and recently completed a Master’s specialization in Satellite Technology, supported by applied research work at Fraunhofer EMI and multiple CubeSat missions.My Master’s thesis at Fraunhofer EMI focused on the design of a standardized interface module for integrating COTS processors into high-reliability onboard computers. I worked across requirements engineering, component selection, Altium-based schematics and PCB layout, circuit simulations (PSpice / LTSpice), and automated Python-based hardware testing. The work covered regulated power paths, embedded FDIR mechanisms, and multi-protocol communication interfaces (Ethernet, CAN, SPI, UART, I²C), and was presented at EDHPC 2025 and accepted for publication in the IEEE proceedings.In addition, I have designed a next-generation EPS board for a 3U CubeSat (6-layer design in KiCad), validated LoRa-based communication subsystems for UWE-5, and contributed to interdisciplinary space system studies. My experience includes board bring-up, debugging, power-path validation, and extensive use of laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and power analyzers.Across projects, I work closely with system, software, and test teams to ensure interface compatibility, robust design decisions, and mission reliability. I enjoy solving complex hardware challenges and contributing to real space hardware that needs to work the first time.I am currently seeking full-time roles in hardware design/development, electronics engineering, avionics, and satellite subsystems, where I can apply my experience in space electronics, embedded interfaces, and reliable hardware development.

Country

Germany

City

Greater Wurzburg Area

Industry

Defense & Space

Skill

EtherNet/IP, System Testing, Electrical Testing, Interdisciplinary Teaching, Product Requirements, Communication Protocols, Test Equipment, Software Lifecycle, Cost-Benefit Analysis, Fault Analysis, Electronic Troubleshooting, Power Integrity, Defining Product Requirements, Electronic Data Capture (EDC), Batteries, Temperature Sensors, Signal Integrity, Fault Tolerant Systems, Design for Six Sigma (DFSS), Digital Publishing

Experience

Hardware Engineer

NeuralSat

2025-11 - Present · 11 mos

Würzburg

1. Defined electrical and interface requirements for a 12U CubeSat AOCS, translating mission needs into hardware specifications. 2. Delivered schematic-level AOCS designs enabling integration of sensors and actuators (IMUs, magnetometers, reaction wheels, torque rods). 3. Designed PCB layouts for sensor and actuator interfacing, following Design for Manufacture (DFM) and Design for Test (DFT) practices. 4. Performed power budgeting, signal integrity considerations, and fault analysis

Master Thesis Project

Fraunhofer EMI

2025-3 - 2025-11 · 9 mos

Würzburg

1. Presented the work at EDHPC 2025, paper accepted for publication in IEEE conference proceedings. 2. Performed literature review and state-of-the-art analysis on: COTS processors for space applications, distributed onboard computer architecture, and standardized interfaces. 3. Market analysis of potential COTS computing platforms, evaluating power supply requirement data, communication interfaces, and debugging and interfaces 4. Performed Requirements Analysis 5. Designed a fault-tolerant standardized interface module for integrating COTS processors into a distributed onboard computer system 6. Developed regulated power paths and protection circuitry, including over-voltage, under-voltage, over-current, and short-circuit protection concepts. 7. Designed Ethernet communication interface 8. Created schematics and a first-iteration 4-layer PCB design using Altium Designer. 9. Performed circuit-level simulations using PSpice to validate power behavior, protection thresholds, and transient response. 10. Developed Python-based automation scripts for repeatable verification. 11. Carried out prototype-based validation using development boards and laboratory setups.

Laboratory Intern

Fraunhofer EMI

2024-9 - 2025-2 · 6 mos

Würzburg

1. Planned and set up a new electronics laboratory. 2. Researched, evaluated, and finalized laboratory equipment. 3. Selected and helped procure key electronics lab equipment: bench power supplies, oscilloscopes, multimeters, soldering and rework stations, and soldering station microscope. 4. Installed and configured laboratory equipment. 5. Supported initial validation and commissioning of the lab infrastructure.

Laboratory Engineer

The Julius Maximilians University of Würzburg

2023-7 - 2023-8 · 2 mos

Würzburg

1. Assisted in setting up an optical laboratory 2. Engaged in market studies and budget analysis 3. Collaborated with multiple vendors to source necessary optical instruments 4. Created the initial design of the laboratory set-up

Trainee Intern

Spaceonova®

2022-3 - 2022-4 · 2 mos

India

1. Trained in Space Robotics 2. Worked on a project that designed a robotic arm to collect space debris

Technical Trainee

Bego Cars Pvt Ltd

2021-8 - 2022-1 · 6 mos

Kerala, India

1. Conducted market study on different electrical vehicle charging station 2. Took part in business proposal presentation to secure funding

Research Intern

Society for Space Education Research and Development (SSERD)

2021-5 - 2021-9 · 5 mos

India

1. Contributed to the design of a launch vehicle for Mars Ascent Vehicle 2. Researched the rocket engines and propellants. 3. Employed mathematical analysis techniques to evaluate and refine the design of the rocket engine