Associate Engineer I - Flight Operations

Asteria Aerospace; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 420,000 - 540,000; Part time

Job summary

Asteria Aerospace Ltd is seeking an Associate Engineer I - Flight Operations to safely operate drones for solutions projects, following approved mission plans and DGCA regulations. You will capture high-quality airborne data and maintain strict safety and operational standards.

The role includes preflight checks, flight logs, and coordination with the operations team. Based out of Mumbai, this FTC position lasts one year with potential for extension based on project needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Aeronautical/Mechanical/Electronics or related Engineering.
• 0–2 years of flying multirotor and VTOL experience.
• Experience in onsite drone data collection and data post processing.

Responsibilities

• Operate quadcopter & VTOL drones for aerial surveys and inspections.
• Conduct pre-flight planning and on-site reconnaissance.
• Perform pre-flight, in-flight, and post-flight checks for safety and efficiency.
• Capture aerial datasets (RGB, Thermal, Multispectral, EO-IR as applicable).
• Ensure adherence to DGCA and company safety protocols.
• Support troubleshooting and basic maintenance of drones and ground equipment.
• Maintain flight logs, daily mission reports, and operational records.
• Assist in mission planning with Project Leads.
• Assist in inventory management and readiness checks.
• Help develop SOPs and training materials when required.
• Travel to customer or project locations as needed.

Skills

Quadcopter flying

VTOL flying

Drone components

Flight modes

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Communication

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelors in Aeronautical/Mechanical/Electronics/related Engineering

Job description

Associate Engineer I - Flight Operations

0 - 2 Years

Part-Time

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:

Take Charge

Build Trust

Thrive Together

Focus on Quality

Designation: Associate Engineer I - Flight Operations

Job Description:

The Associate Engineer 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 preflight and postflight 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 operation.

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.

Qualification:

• Bachelors in Aeronautical/ Mechanical/ Electronics/related Engineering
• 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).

Additional Note:

Mumbai has been identified as the base location for this position, as the project sites are located in Nagothane. Accordingly, the selected candidate will be based out of Mumbai. Please note that this is a Fixed-Term Contract (FTC) position with a tenure of one year.

Required Skills

Multi-rotor flying Drone Testing and Flying skills Hybrid-VTOL (Vertical Take-Off and Landing) flying UAV Systems Knowledge Drone Maintenance