Engineer I - Robotics

NewSpace Research and Technologies; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

NewSpace Research and Technologies in Bengaluru is looking for a recent graduate for the Engineer I position, focusing on UAV and robotics technologies. The role involves supporting the development and testing of unmanned aerial vehicle systems, requiring knowledge in firmware, embedded systems, and sensor integration. Candidates should have a degree in relevant fields and demonstrate a willingness to learn and grow in a collaborative environment. Competitive compensation is offered based on experience, along with performance-based incentives.

Qualifications

• 0–1 year of industry experience (internships, academic projects, or UAV competitions preferred).
• Exposure to UAVs, drones, or robotics, demonstrated through projects, competitions, or research work.
• Basic understanding of control systems, state estimation, or kinematics.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and integration of UAV subsystems.
• Support firmware configuration, parameter tuning, and flight stack setup.
• Contribute to sensor integration tasks involving IMUs, cameras, GPS, and LiDAR.

Skills

UAV and robotics technologies

Low-level flight firmware

Python

C++

Control systems

Sensor fusion

Analytics

Debugging

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Robotics, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics, or Computer Science

Tools

PX4

ArduPilot

Linux

Gazebo

MATLAB

OpenCV

Job description

Autonomy, Innovation, and Research > Robotics

Domain:

What this Role Offers

• Opportunity to work with advanced UAV and robotics technologies under mentorship from senior engineers.
• Hands‑on exposure to real‑world flight testing and system integration.
• Rapid skill development across autonomy, perception, controls, and embedded systems.
• A collaborative environment with access to cutting‑edge tools, simulators, and hardware platforms.

About the Role:

The Engineer I position is designed for recent graduates with foundational knowledge in robotics or control systems for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). The role involves supporting the development, integration, and testing of UAV systems under the guidance of senior engineers. Candidates must demonstrate academic or project‑level experience with drones or robotics, as well as a strong willingness to learn advanced autonomy and flight systems.

This role requires strong proficiency in low‑level flight firmware (ArduPilot and/or PX4), embedded systems, and high‑performance onboard autonomy, along with a proven ability to lead sensor fusion, state estimation, navigation, and control systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the development and integration of UAV subsystems, including navigation, perception, and basic autonomy components.
• Support firmware configuration, parameter tuning, and flight stack setup on PX4/ArduPilot‑based platforms.
• Contribute to sensor integration tasks involving IMUs, cameras, GPS, radar, and LiDAR.
• Work with simulation tools (Gazebo, Issac Sim) to test features and validate system performance.
• Participate in ground and field testing activities, including pre‑flight checks, log collection, and troubleshooting.
• Implement and debug scripts, tools, and small modules in Python or C++ to support development workflows.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams in hardware, avionics, and software for system bring‑up and testing.
• Maintain clear documentation of development activities, test results, and process improvements.

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Robotics, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics, or Computer Science.
• 0–1 year of industry experience (internships, academic projects, or UAV competitions preferred).
• Exposure to UAVs, drones, or robotics, demonstrated through projects, competitions, or research work.
• Basic understanding of control systems, state estimation, or kinematics.
• Familiarity with PX4/ArduPilot, MAVLink, or drone flight controllers (Pixhawk or similar).
• Programming knowledge in Python and/or C++.
• Experience working in Linux OS.
• Hands‑on experience with simulation tools (Gazebo, MATLAB, Issac Sim) is a plus.
• Strong analytical and debugging abilities, with a willingness to learn and grow.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Preferred Skills:

• Participation in UAV/robotics competitions (e.g., RoboRacer, ROBOCON, ROSCon, SAE Aero, DIY drone building).
• Experience with ROS/ROS2 or robotics middleware.
• Basic computer vision exposure (OpenCV, image processing).
• Experience assembling or tuning multi‑rotor or fixed‑wing platforms.
• Familiarity with Git, Linux, and embedded systems.
• Understanding of sensor fusion concepts (e.g., EKF basics).
• Experience with Arduino, Nvidia Jetson, STM32, and ESP32.

Additional Considerations for Master’s Graduates

Master’s candidates may be considered for an enhanced designation or role variant (e.g., Engineer II or Engineer III) based on:

• Depth of thesis/research experience in robotics, UAV autonomy, perception, or control systems.
• Demonstrated hands‑on work in PX4/ArduPilot, SLAM, sensor fusion, or advanced simulation workflows.
• Internships or lab experience involving UAV testing, system integration, or computer vision pipelines.
• Ability to take ownership of specific subsystem modules or small projects early in their tenure.
• Strong publication or competition track record (IEEE Transactions, International Conferences, RoboRacer, SAE Aero, DRDO/ISRO academic programs, etc.).

Working Hours

• Standard working hours are 9:30 AM to 6:30 PM, Monday to Friday.
• Field‑testing activities may require early‑morning or extended hours, depending on mission requirements.

Compensation Range

• Competitive compensation aligned with industry standards, including performance‑based incentives.
• Exact salary ranges can be customised according to experience.