Lead Mechanical Engineer (Defence)

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Mechanical Engineer to join our advanced defense technology team in Hyderabad. The successful candidate will play a critical role in leading mechanical design and development efforts for missile systems and rocketry projects, working closely with cross-functional teams involved in propulsion, aerodynamics, structures, and guidance systems. Preference will be given to candidates with a background in DRDO labs or DRDO-supported missile programs.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead end-to-end mechanical design, integration, and testing of missile systems and sub-systems (e.g., propulsion, launchers, airframes, actuators).
• Collaborate with structural, thermal, and systems engineers to ensure design optimization under extreme conditions.
• Oversee CAD modeling, FEA analysis, and tolerance stack-up for high-speed flight components.
• Review and approve mechanical drawings, specifications, and BoMs in accordance with MIL and DRDO standards.
• Coordinate with DRDO agencies, vendors, and internal teams for design validation, prototyping, and field trials.
• Manage technical documentation including design reports, DVP&R, FMEA, and compliance to AS9100/ISRO/DRDO standards.
• Lead root cause analysis and design iterations based on test feedback (ground tests, wind tunnel, environmental testing).
• Support technology transfer, manufacturing scale-up, and production readiness activities.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to strategic planning of new mechanical initiatives.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors/Masters degree in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized institution.
• 15+ years of experience in mechanical design and development, with a minimum of 5 years in DRDO missile/rocketry projects (e.g., Akash, Astra, Nirbhay, Agni, etc.).
• Proficient in Creo, CATIA, or SolidWorks and FEA tools like ANSYS, HyperMesh.
• Strong understanding of materials, structural dynamics, high-temperature components, and vibration/fatigue behavior.
• Experience working with propulsion systems (solid or liquid), launch canisters, or missile ground support systems is highly desirable.
• Excellent understanding of defense QA/QC procedures and documentation.
• Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills.