Engineer II - CAD

NewSpace Research and Technologies; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

NewSpace Research and Technologies in Bengaluru is seeking a skilled engineer for UAV design and development for high-altitude applications. The role demands a solid understanding of aerospace principles, including aerodynamics and structure behavior, along with experience in CATIA and FEA tools.

The ideal candidate will hold a B.E/B.Tech or M.E/M.Tech in Mechanical or Aeronautical engineering, and possess strong problem-solving and communication skills. Join us in advancing robotic technologies for the Indian defence forces.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience for B.E/B.Tech graduates or 0-3 years for M.E/M.Tech graduates.
• Understanding of static and dynamic loads on aircraft structures.
• Ability to communicate technical requirements effectively.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop UAV for high-altitude applications.
• Select materials and perform design calculations as per system requirements.
• Interact with manufacturing teams for optimization.

Skills

Aerospace Domain Experience

Aerodynamics Understanding

Structural Component Design

DFM and DFA Principles

CATIA 3D-Exp/V5/V6 Modelling

ASME Y 14.5 Drafting Standards

Communication Skills

Problem Solving Skills

Education

B.E/B.Tech in Mechanical/Aeronautical

M.E/M.Tech in Mechanical/Aerospace

Tools

ANSYS Workbench

Altair Hypermesh

MSC Patran/Nastran

Job description

W e are a start-up based out of Bengaluru & Delhi NCR. We are engaged in development of next generation missions and technologies (NGM&T) towards future warfare needs of the Indian defence forces. It is undertaking research towards enhancing persistence and autonomy for unmanned vehicles and robotic swarms. NRT’s product development portfolio includes a solar power stratospheric high altitude pseudo satellite (HAPS) unmanned platform, and an air/ground launched stand-off autonomous system.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Design and Development of an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) for High-Altitude Platform System (HAPS) Applications
• Understand System requirements and Layout the Baseline Design
• Generate Conceptual designs and Perform validation techniques to select Best Optimal Design
• Selection of Materials and manufacturing process for Composite, Metallic, Plastic, etc
• Perform Design Calculations as per System Requirements
• Hand Calculations, Preliminary Sizing through basic FE Analysis
• Develop 3D Models and drawings using CATIA 3D Experience.
• Build Assemblies and Perform Stack-up Analysis.
• Design Mold /Tooling/Fixtures for Component Manufacturing
• Involve and assist in manufacturing activity at the shop floor.
• Interact with the Manufacturing team to optimize the design for better producibility and to solve the Manufacturing issues.
• Handling the team independently, responsibility on all deliverables
• Uses creativity from a wider perspective in terms of re-framing problems and approaches.
• Continuously explores new practices and patterns for their problem-solving toolkit.

Must have skills

• Experience in Aerospace Domain preferably exposure to New Product Development and able to work in a Fast paced environment.
• Good Understanding of Aerodynamics and Behaviour of Aircraft Structure in response to Static and Dynamic Loads
• Experience in Designing Structural Components like Wing and Fuselage of Aircraft
• Performing Hand Calculations and Linear Static Analysis, Performing Stack-Up Analysis to verify Clash/Clearances in Assembly
• Experience in Product development using DFM and DFA Principles
• Familiar to CATIA 3D-Exp/V5/V6-Part Modelling, Generative Surface Design, Assembly Design, DMU Kinematics and Drafting
• Core knowledge of Part, Assembly & Installation drawing making
• Experience in using ASME Y 14.5 drafting standards, Good Knowledge of GD&T.
• Good Knowledge of Materials and Manufacturing Processes
• Basic Understanding of Aerodynamics and Behaviour of Aircraft Structure in response to Static and Dynamic Loads
• Should be able to communicate with internal customers on the technical requirements, be able to discuss, participate and negotiate in finalizing technical requirements and acceptance methodologies.
• Should have good communication skill.
• Problem solving and analytical skill.

Good to have skills

• Knowledge/Experience in Product Design in Unmanned combat aerial vehicles & HAPS
• Hands on experience in commercial FEA Tools e.g., ANSYS Workbench, Altair Hypermesh, MSC Patran/Nastran
• Experience in 3D Exp-composite Modeling, wire harnessing, Piping.
• Scripting Languages like CAT script, VB Script, App script for automation

B.E/B.Tech (Mechanical/Aeronautical) with 3-5 Years experience or M.E/M.Tech (Mechanical/Aerospace) with 0-3 years' experience.