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Associate Engineer I - Flight Operations
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Asteria Aerospace Ltd is a full-stack drone technology company providing actionable intelligence from aerial data.
We develop deeply customized drone solutions for government and enterprise customers using our in-house hardware design,
software development, and manufacturing capabilities. We have been a trusted partner to provide long-term and quality-focused drone products
& services to the defense & homeland security, agriculture, oil & gas, energy & utilities, telecommunications, mining, and construction sectors.
Our drone solutions protect borders and facilities, improve farm yields, inspect critical assets, and monitor construction sites using the power
of aerial intelligence. Asteria Aerospace is a subsidiary of Jio Platforms Ltd, which is a majority-owned subsidiary of Reliance Industries Ltd.
If drones excite and inspire you, we would love to have you as a part of our growing team of change-makers. Don’t simply watch the latest tech unfold, be a part of creating the future with us!
Our Values
1. Take Charge
2. Build Trust
3. Thrive Together
4. Pursue Excellence
5. Focus on Quality
Designation: Associate Engineer I - Flight Operations
Job Description:
The Associate Engineer I-Flight Operation role is to safely operate drones for drone solutions projects by executing approved mission plans, capturing high-quality aerial data and ensuring strict compliance with DGCA regulations, airspace requirements and organizational SOPs. The role involves conducting pre-flight and post-flight checks, maintaining flight logs, coordinating with the operations team during deployments and promptly reporting any technical or safety issues to ensure reliable, efficient and compliant drone operations.
Specific Responsibilities:
- Operate quadcopter &VTOL drones for aerial surveys, inspections, and monitoring projects.
- Conduct pre-flight planning and on-site reconnaissance.
- Perform pre-flight, in-flight, and post-flight checks to ensure safety and efficiency.
- Capture aerial datasets (RGB, Thermal, Multispectral, or EO-IR, as applicable).
- Ensure strict adherence to DGCA and company safety protocols.
- Support troubleshooting and basic maintenance of drones and ground equipment.
- Maintain accurate flight logs, daily mission reports, and operational records.
- Support mission planning with Project Leads.
- Assist in equipment inventory management and readiness checks.
- Assist in the development of operational SOPs and training materials when required.
- Travel to customer or project locations as per operational needs..
Desired Skills & Characteristics:
- Quadcopter & VTOL flying skills
- Understanding of drone components and flight modes.
- Ability to perform basic troubleshooting under supervision.
- Documentation and reporting.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Willingness to learn and adapt to project requirements.
- Documentation and reporting.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
Qualification:
- Bachelor’s in Aeronautical/ Mechanical/ Electronics/related Engineering
- Valid DGCA Pilot license
Relevant Experience:
- 0-2 years experience in flying multirotor and VTOL
- Experience in onsite drone data collection and data post processing.
- Experience in flying in different terrains and operational conditions (rural, industrial, corridor, confined areas).
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