Location: Vijayawada (On-site)
Type: Full-Time
Experience: 0-2 Years (Internships, Research Experience, Formula Student, SAE Aero Design, CanSat, Rocketry, CubeSat, UAVs, Robotics, Open-Source Hardware, or Equivalent Hands-on Engineering Experience)
CTC: ₹4–7 LPA (Based on Experience & Expertise)
Start Date: Immediate
Position Open: 1
ABOUT US
At AnduraX, we’re building India’s first private Re-entry vehicle designed to fly to space, carry experiments and payloads, and return them safely to Earth. We believe the future of space isn’t just about going farther; it’s also about coming back safer. By building a platform that can fly frequently, recover gently, and serve a wide range of commercial and defence needs, we’re opening doors to a space-powered industrial future. As part of our growing team, you will gain direct experience working on multidisciplinary flight systems that integrate aerodynamics, avionics, guidance, propulsion, structures, recovery systems, and mission operations.
ROLE OVERVIEW
As an Associate Mechanical Engineer, you will support the design, development, manufacturing, assembly, integration, and testing of AnduraX's reusable re-entry vehicle and associated ground systems. Working under the guidance of senior engineers, you will contribute to mechanical design, CAD modelling, engineering documentation, prototype development, structural assemblies, and flight hardware integration.
This role is ideal for enthusiastic engineers looking to build a career in aerospace. You will gain hands-on experience across the complete product lifecycle, from concept design and manufacturing to vehicle integration, testing, and flight campaigns, while working alongside experienced multidisciplinary engineering teams.
This role combines office-based design work with workshop activities, laboratory testing, vehicle integration, and outdoor flight-test operations.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Mechanical Systems Engineering
- Support the design and development of primary and secondary mechanical systems for reusable re-entry vehicles and ground support equipment.
- Assist in designing structural assemblies, mechanisms, payload interfaces, deployment systems, and mounting structures.
- Perform engineering calculations for load paths, fastener selection, structural sizing, tolerances, and mechanical performance.
- Support component selection, trade studies, and design optimization based on performance, manufacturability, mass, and reliability.
- Participate in subsystem integration activities, ensuring compatibility across structures, propulsion, avionics, and recovery systems.
- Assist in evaluating mechanical performance through testing, inspection, and post-test analysis, recommending design improvements where necessary.
- Create and modify 3D CAD models and detailed engineering drawings.
- Prepare manufacturing and assembly documentation.
- Participate in design reviews and engineering discussions.
- Maintain engineering documentation and revision control.
Product Development
- Support prototype development and iterative design improvements.
- Assist in component selection and procurement activities.
- Work with suppliers to resolve manufacturing issues.
- Support Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) activities.
- Assist in preparing Bills of Materials (BOMs) and engineering documentation.
Manufacturing & Assembly
- Assist in fabrication and assembly of mechanical components.
- Support machining, 3D printing, composite fabrication, and prototype development.
- Participate in vehicle integration activities.
- Inspect manufactured components for quality and dimensional accuracy.
- Maintain workshop tools and equipment.
Testing & Validation
- Support structural, functional, and environmental testing.
- Assist in setting up laboratory experiments and test rigs.
- Collect, organize, and document test data.
- Support troubleshooting and root cause investigations.
- Participate in flight hardware verification activities.
- Recommend design improvements based on testing results.
Flight Operations Support
- Support vehicle integration before flight campaigns.
- Assist during launch preparations and recovery operations.
- Help maintain engineering logs and operational documentation.
- Support post-flight inspections and hardware refurbishment.
- Participate in field testing and technology demonstrations.
Cross-Functional Leadership
- Work closely with Structures, Aerodynamics, Avionics, GNC, Propulsion, Systems Engineering, and Manufacturing teams.
- Learn from senior engineers through hands-on project work.
- Support multidisciplinary engineering activities wherever required.
- Participate in technical reviews and internal design meetings.
- Continuously improve technical skills and engineering knowledge.
REQUIREMENTS
- B.Tech/B.E. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Production Engineering, or a related discipline.
- 0–2 years of relevant industry, internship, research, or hands-on engineering experience. Exceptional fresh graduates with strong project portfolios are encouraged to apply.
- Strong understanding of Engineering Mechanics, Machine Design, Strength of Materials, Manufacturing Processes, Engineering Drawing, GD&T (Basic), Mechanical Design Fundamentals.
- Basic knowledge of CAD modelling and mechanical assemblies.
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
- Eagerness to learn and work in a multidisciplinary engineering environment.
PREFERRED SKILLS
Experience with:
- Formula Student, SAE Aero Design, CanSat, Rocketry, UAV, Robotics, or similar engineering competitions.
- Aerospace or mechanical internships.
- Prototype development.
- Mechanical assembly.
- 3D printing.
- Basic composite fabrication.
- Laboratory testing.
- Engineering documentation.
Proficiency in:
- SolidWorks
- CATIA (Preferred)
- Autodesk Fusion 360
- AutoCAD
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office
Familiarity with:
- ANSYS Mechanical
- Abaqus
- MATLAB
- Python
- CNC machining
- Additive manufacturing
- PLM/PDM systems
- Aerospace engineering fundamentals
Prior experience with Indian or international aerospace programs (ISRO, DRDO, private space tech firms, startups) will be considered an added advantage.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to work in a fast-paced startup environment where responsibilities evolve with program needs.
- Comfortable working across multiple engineering disciplines and contributing beyond a narrowly defined role.
- Willingness to travel for flight tests, supplier visits, customer meetings, government reviews, conferences, and technical demonstrations as required.
- Ability to work outdoors during integration campaigns, launch operations, and recovery activities under varying weather conditions.
- Comfortable standing, walking, bending, and working for extended periods during hardware integration and testing activities.
- Ability to safely lift and carry engineering equipment and hardware weighing up to 20 kg, with appropriate assistance when required.
- Willingness to occasionally work outside regular business hours during integration campaigns, flight tests, critical milestones, or mission operations.
- Strong commitment to documentation, configuration control, schedule discipline, and maintaining high-quality program records.
- Ability to obtain and maintain any security clearances or background verifications required for defence, strategic, or government-sponsored projects (subject to applicable regulations).
- Demonstrate a strong safety-first mindset and adherence to laboratory, workshop, propulsion, and flight-test safety procedures.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams.
- Self-driven, proactive, and capable of independently driving complex technical programs from concept through demonstration.
- Close attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Passion for aerospace, space exploration, reusable launch systems, and advanced flight technologies, with a willingness to continuously learn and adapt to new challenges.
Pay: ₹400,000.00 - ₹700,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
