Lead Engineer I - Structures (P07377)

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

Job summary

NewSpace Research and Technologies, based in Bengaluru, is seeking a Design and Development Engineer to lead UAV design projects. The role involves system-level design, validation, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to realize product development for advanced unmanned vehicles.

Ideal candidates will possess a strong background in aerospace, hands-on experience with CAD tools, and effective project management skills. Join us in Innovative solutions for the future of air defense.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in Aerospace Domain preferably in New Product Development.
• Strong background in Aerodynamics and Aircraft structures.
• Hands-on experience in CAD software.
• Knowledge of AS9100 and testing/validation of aircraft components.

Responsibilities

• Design and Develop UAV Aircraft from system level.
• Perform key design reviews and validate the product.
• Engage with system engineers and cross-functional teams.
• Manage a group of designers, conduct performance reviews.

Skills

Experience in Aerospace Domain

Knowledge of Aerodynamics

Strong knowledge of Strength of materials

Experience in Designing Structural Components

Expertise of CAD Tools (Catia/Solidworks)

Hands-on experience of Lean Principles

Communication skills (Verbal and Written)

Experience in Project planning

Decision making and problem solving skills

Education

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

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

Tools

CATIA

SolidWorks

Ansys

MSC Nastran

PLM/PDM Systems (Enovia, Teamcenter)

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 UAV Aircraft from System level
• Generate Conceptual designs and Perform validation techniques to select Best Optimal Design
• Perform Key Design reviews ( PDR & CDR) to Validate the Product at Different stages of Development
• Review of Design documents and Provide feedback/Guidance to the team
• Selection of Materials for Composite and Metallic parts
• Design of Composite parts Laminate and Sandwich (Material Selection, Basic Sizing, and Optimization)
• Engage with System Engineers and Project team and External service providers towards realizing Product development activities
• Working with Cross Functional teams to towards realizing efficient product development
• Managing group of designers, Conducting Performance review and Competency Development of the team
• Manufacturing Vendor identification and Qualification
• Perform Risk Management and Mitigation
• Performing Root Cause Analysis and Driving Continuous Improvement within the team
• Project Scheduling, Tracking and Reporting
• Develop and Standardized the processes and Practices for Product Development
• Involve Recruitment and Capacity planning

Must have skills

• Experience in Aerospace Domain preferably exposure to New Product Development( NPD).
• Able to work in a Fast paced environment to bring Product to Market in a Short timeline.
• Strong knowledge of Aerodynamics and Behaviour of Aircraft Structure in response to Static and Dynamic Loads
• Strong knowledge of Strength of materials, Aircraft structures and Composites
• Experience in Designing Structural Components like Wing and Fuselage of Aircraft
• Expertise of CAD Tools like Catia/Solidworks and exposure to FEA tools Ansys/MSC Nastran
• Design of Composite parts using Catia CPD
• Performing Hand Calculations, Linear Static/Dynamic Analysis
• Exposure to Composite Manufacturing, Material Selection and Coupon Testing
• Hands on experience of Lean Principles and Failure Mode analysis DFMEA/PFMEA
• Experience in Product development using DFM and DFA Principles
• Knowledge of AS9100 Audit requirements
• Experience in PLM/PDM Systems like Enovia and Teamcenter
• Strong Experience of ASME drafting standards and application of GD&T.
• Good Understanding of Metallic and Composite manufacturing Processes
• Exposure to Product life cycle (PLC) of Aircraft Components
• Experience in Configuration and Change management
• Knowledge of Aircraft Certification requirements.
• Material Selection and Material Processing requirements
• Exposure to managing Component life, Repair and Maintenance
• Knowledge of Testing, Verification & Validation of Composite parts
• Experience in Project planning, Resource planning, Project Tracking and Reporting
• Experience in Value Engineering and Cost Modeling (should Costing)
• Exposure to Gated Reviews such as PDR/CDR at System and Subsystem level.
• Performing Stack-up analysis to Verify clash/Clearances at assembly level
• Exposure to Requirement Management, Change Management and Configuration Management
• 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 possess good Team Management, Performance management, Coaching and mentoring skills
• Good communication skills (Verbal and Written)
• Ability to work in challenging environment to deliver high quality results
• Decision making and problem solving skills

Good to have skills

• Experience in Product Design of Unmanned combat aerial vehicles.
• Understanding of Aeroelasticity (Manoeuvre Loads computation, Flutter, Gust)
• Experience in component and coupon level testing
• Programming Languages MATLAB, Python/C++ for parametric analysis Design and FEA
• B.E/B.Tech (Mechanical/Aeronautical) with 8+ Years’ experience or M.E/M.Tech (Mechanical/Aerospace) with 6-8 years’ experience.