Draughtsman (Stage Propulsion Systems)

Astrobase Space Technologies Pvt. Ltd.; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Group health insurance

Life and personal-accident cover

Unlimited coffee

Job summary

Astrobase Space Technologies is an early-stage Bengaluru company building a two-stage orbital launch vehicle. The Astrobase Propulsion team is looking for an experienced mechanical drafter to own the vehicle's stage propulsion drawings from design to flight.

You will draft P&IDs, prepare 3D models and detailed assembly drawings for stage hardware, ensuring GD&T and functional interfaces are documented. The role requires hands-on CAD experience with NX/Teamcenter, CATIA/3DEXPERIENCE or

Qualifications

• ITI/NTC/NAC in Draughtsman (Mechanical) or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.
• Min. 5+ years drafting mechanical or fluid-system hardware in aerospace, defence, cryogenics, process plant or precision engineering.
• Hands-on work experience with 3D CAD/PLM: Siemens NX/Teamcenter, CATIA/3DEXPERIENCE or Creo/Windchill.
• Detail and assembly drawings with GD&T, following standard drawing practice.
• Reads engineering markups and shop sketches accurately; keeps drawing files and revisions clean.

Responsibilities

• Draft and maintain P&IDs and fluid schematics for stage feed, fill/drain, pressurisation, pneumatic, purge and vent systems, working from engineering markups.
• Build and update 3D models of stage propulsion systems and sub-assemblies, including components, brackets and support.
• Model and route stage propulsion tubes and pipes in 3D CAD, with supports, clamps and instrumentation ports, to the integration engineer’s layout.
• Prepare detail, assembly, installation and interface drawings with GD&T, weld symbols, torque notes and cleanliness callouts.
• Draft drawings for assembly tooling, handling fixtures, GSE and stage-to-test-stand adapters.
• Build BOMs, assign part numbers, manage revisions in PLM and incorporate ECOs.
• Turn shop-floor redlines and test-stand changes into as-built drawings.

Skills

Detail drawings

GD&T

Reading markups

Education

ITI/NTC/NAC (Draughtsman)

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Siemens NX/Teamcenter

CATIA/3DEXPERIENCE

Creo/Windchill

AutoCAD

Job description

Astrobase Space Technologies is an early-stage Bengaluru company building a two-stage orbital launch vehicle. Our engine is a LOX–methane full-flow staged-combustion engine. The Astrobase Propulsion team is looking for experienced and passionate professionals who can own the vehicle's stage fluid and propulsion systems from design to flight.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Draft and maintain P&IDs and fluid schematics for stage feed, fill/drain, pressurisation, pneumatic, purge and vent systems, working from engineering markups.
• Build and update 3D models of stage propulsion systems and sub-assemblies, including components, brackets and support.
• Model and route stage propulsion tubes and pipes in 3D CAD, with supports, clamps and instrumentation ports, to the integration engineer’s layout.
• Prepare detail, assembly, installation and interface drawings with GD&T, weld symbols, torque notes and cleanliness callouts.
• Draft drawings for assembly tooling, handling fixtures, GSE and stage-to-test-stand adapters.
• Build BOMs, assign part numbers, manage revisions in PLM and incorporate ECOs.
• Turn shop-floor redlines and test-stand changes into as-built drawings.

BASIC QUALIFICATION

• ITI/NTC/NAC in Draughtsman (Mechanical), or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.
• Min. 5+ years drafting mechanical or fluid-system hardware in aerospace, defence, cryogenics, process plant or precision engineering.
• Hands-on work experience with 3D CAD/PLM: Siemens NX/Teamcenter, CATIA/3DEXPERIENCE or Creo/Windchill.
• Detail and assembly drawings with GD&T, following standard drawing practice.
• Reads engineering markups and shop sketches accurately; keeps drawing files and revisions clean.

PREFERRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Tube and pipe routing modules (NX Routing, CATIA Tubing, Creo Piping) and CNC bend data.
• AutoCAD for P&IDs and 2D schematics.
• Drafting for cryogenic, high-pressure or oxygen-service hardware: flared fittings, flanges, seals and cleanliness callouts.
• Drawings for machined, welded, brazed and additive parts.
• Experience with ISRO, HAL, DRDO or their suppliers, or on launch-vehicle and engine test-stand hardware.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Attractive early-stage stock options (ESOPs).
• Group health insurance: employee, spouse, children and parents.
• Insurance: term-life and personal-accident cover.
• Work environment: Challenging, stimulating, research-driven work solving rocket problems every day with a great team. We have a good time, and unlimited coffee.

WHY WORK WITH US?

1. Creating History: Join us in developing cutting-edge launch vehicles, playing a pivotal role in transforming space access and shaping the future of space exploration.

2. Collaborating with Experts: Work alongside ISRO scientists and industry veterans with decades of experience in designing India’s iconic space missions like Chandrayaan 3

3. Growth Opportunities: As Astrobase scales, you’ll have the chance to take on leadership roles and be part of an expanding organization driving change in the Indian space sector.

4. Pioneering Space Technology: Your contributions will not only impact Astrobase but also influence the global space ecosystem. Be part of something larger than yourself.

Astrobase is an equal-opportunity employer; we hire on skills, merit and experience.