Rohan Harke

Led HW/SW integration between FPGA-based baseband processing, RF subsystems, and terminal hardware/ software.

• Reviewed and consolidated system and terminal requirements across internal teams, vendors, and partners.
• Supported FPGA-centric architectures, including baseband processing chains, timing, interfaces, and performance validation.
• Managed tactical vendor and partner interactions to align deliverables and milestones with program requirements. Worked with stakeholder teams to keep terminals operational and fully compliant with organizational standards.
• Developed and delivered technical training programs for field teams, boosting system efficiency and first-time-right performance. Reported to senior management on operational status, risks, and corrective actions to maintain service assurance.
• Led EMEA regional field operations for O3b mPOWER terminal integration, performance testing and MEO/LEO SDR based user terminal development and field operations
• Developed and maintained python, matlab based test automation tools to support Satellite products SAT/ FAT execution.

• Conducted project implementation and system engineering enhancements for both military and commercial gateway operations. Expertly maintained gateway infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance and reliability for 7+ Gateways (large earth stations).
• Modem/baseband platform hands-on experience
• Delivered system engineering support for military and commercial satellite gateway operations.
• Worked with SDR-capable solutions; supporting integration, testing, and performance analysis.
• Performed requirements analysis, RF/link budget analysis, and system-level troubleshooting.
• Supported secure SATCOM environments and coordinated with multiple internal and external stakeholders.
• Built MATLAB scripts for signal processing analysis, validating baseband behavior.

• Expertise in Airborne Electronic Hardware Design and Verification, adhering to DO-254 guidelines for reliability and quality.
• Delivered effective Ground/Flight Test Support, contributing to successful validation and certification processes.
• Provided ground and flight test support for FPGA-based subsystems.
• Supported flat panel antenna and modem integration, including iDirect MODMAN platforms.
• Python test automation - log parsing, KPI extraction.

• Led Saudia Airlines Inflight Connectivity Gateway and flat panel development, achieving a 20% enhancement in Wi-Fi speeds and elevating user satisfaction.
• Planned and executed lab and field testing campaigns (fixed, maritime, and aero) to validate RF performance, throughput, and interoperability, leveraging OpenAMIP/OpenBMIP standards and CONOPs.
• Gateway Preventive Maintenance Scheduling and Management.

• Spearheaded satellite ground segment system engineering analyses and IP/Direct network designs, delivering pre-post sales technical support and consultations across 75+ global sites.
• Conducted antenna pattern testing and performance verification, optimizing over 50 large-scale antenna.
• Managed development of advanced mobile communication technologies such as On-the-Move (SOTM) systems, man-pack terminals, and 4-way Fortress wireless transmitters.