Senior Drone Engineer

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Drone Engineer to lead the design, development, and deployment of advanced drone systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in UAV technologies, embedded systems, flight control algorithms, and regulatory compliance. You will play a key role in shaping the future of our drone platforms for commercial, industrial, or defence applications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the end-to-end development of drone systems, including hardware integration, software architecture, and flight testing.
• Design and implement flight control algorithms, navigation systems, and autonomous features.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including mechanical, electrical, and software engineers.
• Conduct performance analysis, troubleshooting, and optimisation of drone systems.
• Ensure compliance with aviation regulations and safety standards (DGCA, FAA, etc.).
• Manage prototyping, testing, and validation of new drone models.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical documentation and knowledge sharing.
• Evaluate and integrate sensors, cameras, GPS, IMUs, and communication modules.
• Support customer deployments and provide technical expertise during field operations.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in drone/UAV development.
• Proficiency in C/C++, Python, ROS, PX4/ArduPilot, and embedded systems.
• Experience with flight controllers, telemetry systems, and real-time data processing.
• Strong understanding of aerodynamics, control systems, and electronics.
• Familiarity with CAD tools and simulation environments (e.g., Gazebo, MATLAB).
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and project management skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with AI/ML for autonomous navigation or object detection.
• Knowledge of BVLOS operations and regulatory frameworks.
• Hands-on experience with drone manufacturing and field testing.
• Patents or publications in UAV technologies.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and performance bonuses
• Health insurance and wellness programs
• Flexible work hours and remote work options
• Opportunities for professional development and certifications
• Access to cutting-edge drone labs and equipment

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹50,000.00 - ₹70,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Provident Fund

Application Question(s):

• Have you led a team of engineers or collaborated cross-functionally on drone projects?
• What experience do you have with BVLOS (Beyond Visual Line of Sight) operations?
• Have you worked on autonomous navigation or obstacle avoidance systems? What technologies did you use?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• drone/UAV development: 5 years (Preferred)

Language:

• English (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• DGCA/FAA certification (Preferred)

Location:

• Jaipur city, Rajasthan (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 50% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person