Engineer II - Structures (HAPS)

NewSpace Research and Technologies; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

NewSpace Research and Technologies in Bengaluru is looking for a skilled engineer to design and develop Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV). Ideal candidates should have a background in aerospace engineering, strong analytical skills, and experience in product development using CATIA.

This role involves a variety of responsibilities, including concept design, materials selection, and collaboration with the manufacturing team to optimize production processes. The candidate must have effective communication skills and problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications

• Experience in Aerospace Domain, preferably in New Product Development.
• Good understanding of Aerodynamics and Aircraft Structure behavior.
• Experience in designing structural components like Wing and Fuselage.
• Familiar with CATIA 3D-Exp/V5/V6 and drafting standards.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV).
• Understand system requirements and baseline design layout.
• Generate conceptual designs and perform validation techniques.
• Assist in manufacturing activities and optimize design for producibility.

Skills

Aerodynamics

Aircraft structure design

Problem solving

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

B.E/B.Tech (Mechanical/Aeronautical)

M.E/M.Tech (Mechanical/Aerospace)

Tools

CATIA 3D Experience

ASME Y 14.5 drafting standards

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 Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)
• 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 shop floor.
• Interact with 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 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
• 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 2-5 Years experience or M.E/M.Tech (Mechanical/Aerospace) with 0-2 years\' experience.