Ho Jung Yang
About Ho Jung Yang
Ho Jung Yang is a Senior SDR Hardware Engineer at Astranis, with extensive experience in electrical engineering and project management. He has contributed to various projects, including the design of mixed-signal boards and the development of satellite communication systems.
Current Role at Astranis
Ho Jung Yang serves as a Senior SDR Hardware Engineer at Astranis, a position held since 2019. In this role, Yang has been involved in architecting next-generation payload software-defined radio (SDR) systems. Responsibilities include leading the design, simulation, and characterization of the main mixed-signal board, utilizing Xilinx FPGA technology along with high-speed ADCs and DACs. Yang has also focused on product development and project management, overseeing schedules and risk management for SDR projects.
Previous Experience in Engineering
Prior to joining Astranis, Yang gained extensive experience in various engineering roles. As an Electrical Subteam Member for Cornell Cup Robotics and Cornell Mars Rover, Yang contributed to electrical design and integration. Yang also worked as a Communications Intern at MITRE, where responsibilities included validating and debugging power and Ka-band frequency converter designs. Additionally, Yang held positions at Cornell University ChemE Car and Anduril Industries, focusing on hardware development and integration.
Education in Electrical and Computer Engineering
Ho Jung Yang completed a Bachelor's degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering at Cornell University from 2016 to 2020. During this period, Yang engaged in various projects that involved designing flex PCBs and creating internal tools such as harness adapters and UART to USB boards. This educational background provided a strong foundation for Yang's subsequent roles in hardware engineering and development.
Technical Contributions and Achievements
Yang has made significant technical contributions in the field of hardware engineering. Notable achievements include the design of high-order filters using discrete RLCs up to 4 GHz and the development of a narrowband SDR that was qualified and operated onboard the first satellite in space. Yang also achieved technology highlights such as approximately 15.5 Gbps SERDES using JESD204C and frequencies up to 6GHz in the design of the main mixed-signal board.
Mentorship and Leadership Roles
In addition to technical roles, Yang has taken on mentorship responsibilities, defining hiring projects and job descriptions while mentoring team members. As a Teaching Assistant at Cornell University, Yang supported educational initiatives and contributed to the learning environment for students in engineering courses. This blend of technical expertise and leadership reflects Yang's commitment to fostering growth in the engineering community.