Intern – Radar Systems

System Design & Architecture
• Assist in developing end-to-end radar communication architecture for aerostat platforms.
• Support integration of primary and secondary radar modes with IFF (Identification Friend or Foe) capabilities.
• Design and model Air Band VHF and UHF radio systems that enable continuous command, control, and data transmission between aerostat payloads and ground control stations.
• Participate in link-budget calculations, propagation analysis, and spectrum planning for high-altitude operations (2,000–5,000 ft AGL).
Integrated Radar Payload Development
• Support integration of radar systems for tracking, locating, identification, and recording of aerial objects.
• Assist in configuring the display console, radar recorder, and user interface for real-time monitoring and playback.
• Ensure the radar payload is capable of seamless operation in both primary and secondary modes with built-in IFF compatibility.
• Work on establishing data interfaces between the radar payload and ground systems through secure communication channels.
IAF System Integration
• Collaborate with the systems engineering team to ensure radio and radar subsystems comply with IAF interoperability standards.
• Support integration of IFF-linked communications with IAF networks for secure friend-or-foe identification.
• Develop and test data connectivity frameworks to feed radar and radio data directly into IAF systems for situational awareness and mission coordination.
Hardware & Communication Systems
• Assist in the selection and configuration of redundant transceivers with automatic failover for communication reliability.
• Support antenna design, mounting, and testing for dual-band VHF/UHF operations.
• Participate in EMI/EMC testing and ensure compliance with aviation-grade RF safety standards.
Software, Data, and Protocol Development
• Configure radio control software for frequency management, encryption, and automatic gain control.
• Work on data fusion algorithms to merge radar, telemetry, and positional data for efficient ground display.
• Support communication protocol implementation (e.g., TCP/IP, serial, MIL-STD-1553, or custom telemetry buses).
Testing & Field Validation
• Assist in setting up and executing ground-to-air and air-to-ground communication trials.
• Evaluate link stability, radar detection accuracy, and data transmission latency under varying environmental and electromagnetic conditions.
• Participate in aerostat deployment tests to validate radar and communication performance at operational altitudes.
Documentation & Reporting
• Prepare detailed interface control documents (ICDs), block diagrams, and signal flow charts.
• Maintain records of test configurations, calibration parameters, and compliance reports.
• Contribute to technical documentation for IAF integration, regulatory filings, and prototype reviews.