We are looking for an experienced Senior Aerospace Design Engineer with extensive expertise in fixed-wing drone design, Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to lead the mechanical and aerodynamic design of advanced UAV platforms.
Key Responsibilities
Aircraft Design & Development
- Lead the complete mechanical and aerodynamic design of fixed-wing UAVs from concept to production.
- Design lightweight composite and metallic airframes with emphasis on structural integrity and manufacturability.
- Develop detailed CAD models, assemblies, and engineering drawings.
- Optimize aircraft weight, balance, and structural efficiency.
Aerodynamic Design
- Design wings, empennage, fuselage, airfoils, propulsion integration, and control surfaces.
- Perform aerodynamic calculations and aircraft performance estimation.
- Optimize lift-to-drag ratio and flight efficiency.
- Develop aircraft configurations for endurance, payload, and stability.
CFD Analysis
- Perform Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulations for:
- Lift and drag optimization
- Pressure distribution
- Flow separation analysis
- Turbulence modelling
- Cooling airflow analysis
- Wind resistance studies
- Interpret CFD results and recommend design improvements.
- Validate simulation results through wind tunnel or flight-test data wherever applicable.
Structural Design & FEA
- Perform Finite Element Analysis (FEA) on:
- Wings
- Fuselage
- Landing gear
- Motor mounts
- Payload structures
- Conduct stress, strain, fatigue, vibration, and modal analysis.
- Ensure compliance with required safety factors and structural reliability.
UAV Integration
- Integrate propulsion systems, batteries, avionics, payloads, antennas, and communication systems.
- Coordinate with electronics, embedded software, and flight-control teams.
- Support prototype assembly and system integration.
Testing & Validation
- Participate in prototype manufacturing.
- Conduct ground testing and flight testing.
- Analyse flight data and recommend design modifications.
- Prepare validation reports and engineering documentation.
Manufacturing Support
- Coordinate with production teams during prototype and production builds.
- Resolve manufacturing issues related to design.
- Ensure Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA).
Required Qualifications
- B.E./B.Tech or M.E./M.Tech in:
- Aerospace Engineering
- Aeronautical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering (with Aerospace specialization)
- Master's degree preferred.
Experience
- 4-6 years of experience in aerospace product development.
- Minimum 4 years of hands-on experience in fixed-wing UAV/drone design.
- Experience in taking products from concept through prototype to production.
- Experience working on military, industrial, surveillance, mapping, or logistics UAVs is preferred.
Technical Skills
CAD Software
- SolidWorks
- CATIA
- Siemens NX
- Creo Parametric
- Autodesk Inventor
CFD Software
- ANSYS Fluent
- ANSYS CFX
- STAR-CCM+
- OpenFOAM
- XFLR5
- AVL
FEA Software
- ANSYS Mechanical
- Abaqus
- HyperMesh
- Nastran
- SolidWorks Simulation
Engineering Knowledge
- Aircraft Stability & Control
- Aircraft Performance
- Airfoil Design
- Flight Mechanics
- Composite Structures
- Metallic Structures
- Structural Optimization
- Fatigue Analysis
- Modal Analysis
- Weight Estimation
- Payload Integration
- Landing Gear Design
- Flight Envelope Analysis
Desired Skills
- Excellent understanding of UAV certification requirements.
- Knowledge of DGCA regulations for UAVs.
- Familiarity with MIL standards for UAV development.
- Experience with composite material design and manufacturing.
- Knowledge of propulsion system integration.
- Experience in rapid prototyping and additive manufacturing.
- Hands-on experience with wind tunnel testing is an added advantage.
- Familiarity with PLM systems and engineering documentation.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Successful completion of UAV design milestones.
- Improvement in aerodynamic efficiency.
- Reduction in aircraft weight while maintaining structural strength.
- Successful CFD and FEA validation.
- First-pass prototype success rate.
- Product reliability and manufacturability.
- On-time completion of engineering deliverables.
- Flight-test performance against design objectives.
Preferred Industry Experience
Candidates with experience in the following industries will be preferred:
- Aerospace
- Defence
- UAV/Drone Manufacturing
- Aviation
- Autonomous Systems
- Robotics
- Advanced Engineering Design
Why Join us?
- Opportunity to work on cutting-edge fixed-wing UAV technologies.
- Exposure to complete product development from concept to commercialization.
- Collaborative and innovation-driven work environment.
- Career growth in advanced aerospace engineering.
- Opportunity to contribute to indigenous aerospace and defence technologies.
Pay: ₹60,000.00 - ₹100,000.00 per month
Benefits:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Chandigarh, Chandigarh (Chandigarh): Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Application Question(s):
- Do you have experience in aerospace product development?
Education:
Experience:
Work Location: In person
