PRASHANT GAUR
TRIVANDRUM
Summary
Avionics Harness & Electrical Integration Engineer with 9+ years of experience in launch vehicle systems at ISRO. Expertise in end-to-end harness design, routing, integration, and testing, including EMI/EMC compliance, wiring schematics interpretation, and system-level validation. Skilled in E3 Zuken ,circuit Schematics and simulation tools, and cross-functional engineering collaboration.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Rocket Scientist - Electrical Integration and Testing Specialist
Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (ISRO)
03.2018 - 05.2026
- Led the complete lifecycle development of avionics harness systems, interface electronics, and spaceflight electrical systems from requirements analysis, schematic interpretation, package realization, and documentation through integration, qualification, installation, and flight acceptance for launch vehicle programs.
- Designed, developed, tested, qualified, and integrated 5 avionics interface packages including Electro-Mechanical Actuation Power Switching Modules (EMAPSM), Auxiliary Power Switching Modules (APSM), and resistor box assemblies for voltage monitoring and actuator interfacing applications.
- Managed hardware development activities including component selection, electrical integration, interface validation, qualification testing, and Flight Acceptance Testing (FAT) for avionics systems.
- Prepared and maintained critical engineering and project documentation including Preliminary Design Review (PDR) documents, Critical Design Review (CDR) documents, test plans, production documents, interface definitions, and technical compliance records throughout the avionics hardware lifecycle.
- Developed sensor interface documents for integration of sensors with Data Acquisition Systems (DAQ) including base pressure sensors, temperature sensors, strain gauges, chamber pressure sensors and Vibration ,accelerometer sensor etc. for launch vehicle instrumentation and telemetry applications.
- Prepared baseline electrical documentation including power distribution schemes, pyro circuits, instrumentation layouts, wiring diagrams, and interface definitions for avionics package and harness development.
- Designed avionics harnesses using SolidWorks Electrical and E3 Zuken for SSLV and GSLV Mk-II lower stages in compliance with MIL-HDBK-83575 aerospace standards.
- Performed detailed selection of connectors, backshells, junction modules, wire types, shielding configurations, and interface components considering current ratings, signal integrity, EMI/EMC, thermal behaviour, reliability, and aerospace environmental constraints.
- Developed avionics package layouts and harness routing strategies incorporating shielding, grounding, cable segregation, and optimized routing practices to minimize EMI/EMC interference.
- Interpreted and validated system-level electrical schematics and wiring diagrams to ensure seamless integration across propulsion, structures, sensors, actuators, telemetry, and avionics subsystems.
- Led electrical integration and installation activities on subassemblies and vehicle decks ensuring manufacturability, maintainability, structural compatibility, and compliance with launch vehicle constraints.
- Conducted verification activities including continuity checks, insulation resistance testing, isolation testing, electrical checkout, and interface validation during subsystem and system-level integration.
- Developed and executed qualification and verification test plans supporting electrical testing, subsystem validation, environmental qualification, and flight acceptance activities for spaceflight avionics systems.
- Led electrical integration and testing activities for SSLV, GSLV Mk-II, and Chandrayaan missions while coordinating multidisciplinary teams across avionics, propulsion, structures, software, and AIT functions.
- Managed configuration control, design iterations, interface updates, troubleshooting activities, and corrective actions throughout the avionics hardware lifecycle.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams, vendors, and external partners during system integration campaigns, technical reviews, and Technology Transfer (ToT) activities.
- Applied aerospace reliability, derating, EMI/EMC, and maintainability considerations during avionics hardware development and integration for demanding launch and space environments.
- Specialized in circuit design and simulation using PSPICE, LTSPICE, and Multisim for analysis and verification of space-rated avionics and interface electronics systems.
Electrical Test Engineer
Broadcom
Bangalore
07.2015 - 06.2016
- Provided electrical testing solutions for Wi-Fi chipsets used by global clients, including Apple and Samsung.
- Performed circuit-level validation, debugging, and test optimisation to improve product reliability and performance.
Education
B.Tech - Electronics & Communication
JSSATE
NOIDA01.2015
Skills
- Harness Design and Routing (E3 Zuken)
- Electrical Integration and Avionics Systems
- Product Life Cycle Management
- Wiring schematics and system-level diagram interpretation
- EMI/EMC compliance and shielding strategies
- Harness Manufacturing Documentation and Assembly Support
- Electrical Testing and Validation of Harness Systems
- Circuit design (PSPICE, LTSPICE, and Multisim)
- Requirements Traceability and Compliance
- Cross-functional Collaboration (Structures, Propulsion, Sensors)
- Installation feasibility and maintainability considerations
Accomplishments
- Pioneered the development and commissioning of a static test bench for the SSLV’s 89-ton solid motor, a crucial component for propulsion validation.
- Successfully led the lower stage operations of SSLV across three development flights (D1, D2, D3), contributing to its evolution into a commercial launch vehicle.
- Directed lower stage integration and testing for 8 GSLV Mark-II missions (GSLV F09 to F17), ensuring mission success for critical satellite payloads.
- Played a key role in ISRO’s Chandrayaan-2 and Chandrayaan-3 lunar missions, ensuring integration reliability and operational readiness.
Languages
English
Hindi
Russian
Timeline
Rocket Scientist - Electrical Integration and Testing Specialist
Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (ISRO)
03.2018 - 05.2026
Electrical Test Engineer
Broadcom
07.2015 - 06.2016
B.Tech - Electronics & Communication
JSSATE