UXV Engineer

India

Bharti Defence & Infrastructure Ltd. Is an emerging defence-tech venture focused on the design and development of unmanned systems, including drones, unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs), and future autonomous platforms. Our goal is to rapidly build and test proof-of-concept prototypes in India, aligned with the Make in India initiative, and scale them into commercial products for defence and industrial applications.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the design and development of UAV electronic systems including flight controllers, power distribution units, communication modules, and payload interfaces.
Oversee system integration of avionics, sensors, propulsion, and ground control systems.
Drive end-to-end project execution from concept through prototyping, testing, and production.
Conduct design reviews, DFMEAs, and ensure compliance with aerospace standards and regulatory requirements.
Collaborate with software, mechanical, and aerodynamics teams to ensure full system optimization.
Develop testing protocols, perform system validation, and lead flight testing campaigns.
Maintain thorough documentation of design processes, testing results, and integration procedures.

Candidate Profile:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronics Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
2-5 years of relevant industrial experience in UAV or unmanned systems.
Strong leadership and communication abilities.
Problem-solving mindset and hands-on attitude
Proven experience in electronics design, PCB development, and embedded systems for UAV applications.
Hands-on experience with UAV integration and testing in field and lab environments.
Experience with flight controllers (e.g., PX4, Ardupilot) and communication protocols (CAN, UART, SPI, etc.).
Strong understanding of system-level architecture and power systems.
Familiarity with certification standards such as DO-178C, DO-254, MIL-STD, or equivalent is a plus.