Senior Structural Engineer

EndureAir Systems Pvt Ltd; Dadri; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

EndureAir Systems Pvt Ltd in India seeks a senior structural engineer for the Aeronautics team, specializing in rotary-wing UAVs. You will lead the design, analysis and validation of lightweight airframes that meet aerospace standards, with emphasis on CFRP composites and rotorcraft structural integrity.

You will perform advanced FEA, aeroelastic coupling analyses, and test planning, collaborating with aerodynamics, propulsion, and systems teams. PhD is preferred but hands-on impact matters most.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in aerospace/mechanical engineering; PhD preferred.
• 3–4 years of experience in aerospace structures ( rotorcraft/UAV preferred).
• Proven expertise in composites (CFRP, sandwich structures, hybrid laminates).
• Hands‑on proficiency with ANSYS and vibration analysis tools.
• Strong understanding of aero‑structural coupling, modal dynamics, and fatigue analysis.
• Experience with rotorcraft/rotor blade structural design is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and analysis of UAV and helicopter structures, focusing on CFRP and advanced composite materials.
• Perform static, dynamic, modal, and vibration analyses for load-bearing and rotating components.
• Develop optimized structural layouts considering weight, stiffness, fatigue, and manufacturability.
• Conduct FEA using ANSYS and other CAE tools for stress, fatigue, and vibration analysis.
• Support multi-physics simulations, including aeroelasticity, rotor dynamics, and crashworthiness.
• Create models to predict structural behavior under various operational and environmental conditions.
• Define and oversee structural and vibration test campaigns for UAV prototypes.
• Correlate test results with FEA simulations to improve accuracy and reliability.

Skills

Composite materials

Structural analysis

Fatigue analysis

Rotorcraft design

Aero-structural coupling

Lead design

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in aerospace/mechanical engineering

PhD preferred

Tools

ANSYS

Job description

About the Organization:

EndureAir Systems is a leading unmanned aviation technology company, incubated in the prestigious corridors of IIT Kanpur in 2018. We specialize in developing world-class drone technology tailored to meet the specialized needs of the Indian Armed Forces, as well as various users, operators, and the broader community. Our products are recognized as the best combination of features in the industry, capable of carrying heavy payloads while offering high endurance, setting us apart in the drone technology space.

Role Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced senior structural engineer to join our Aeronautics team, specializing in rotary-wing UAVs, helicopters, and advanced drone platforms. The role requires deep expertise in composite materials (CFRP and other fiber-reinforced composites), structural analysis and optimization, and proficiency with finite element tools (ANSYS). The successful candidate will lead the design, analysis, and validation of lightweight, high-performance airframes and rotorcraft structures that meet stringent aerospace standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Structural Design & Analysis
  • Lead the design and analysis of UAV and helicopter structures, focusing on CFRP and advanced composite materials.
  • Perform static, dynamic, modal, and vibration analyses for load-bearing and rotating components.
  • Develop optimized structural layouts considering weight, stiffness, fatigue, and manufacturability.
• Simulation & Tools
  • Conduct FEA using ANSYS and other CAE tools for stress, fatigue, and vibration analysis.
  • Support multi-physics simulations, including aeroelasticity, rotor dynamics, and crashworthiness.
  • Create models to predict structural behavior under various operational and environmental conditions.
• Testing & Validation
  • Define and oversee structural and vibration test campaigns for UAV prototypes.
  • Correlate test results with FEA simulations to improve accuracy and reliability.
  • Support certification and compliance with aerospace structural standards (e.g., FAA/EASA/DoD).
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Work closely with aerodynamics, propulsion, and systems engineering teams to ensure structural integration.
  • Provide structural insights for manufacturing processes (autoclave curing, RTM, additive manufacturing for composites).
  • Mentor junior engineers and contribute to building structural engineering best practices.

Requirement:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in aerospace/mechanical engineering (PhD preferred).
• 3-4 years of experience in aerospace structures (rotorcraft/UAV preferred).
• Proven expertise in composites (CFRP, sandwich structures, hybrid laminates).
• Hands‑on proficiency with ANSYS and vibration analysis tools.
• Strong understanding of aero‑structural coupling, modal dynamics, and fatigue analysis.
• Experience with rotorcraft/rotor blade structural design is highly desirable.

Preferred skills:

• Knowledge of aeronautical regulations and certification processes.
• Experience in lightweight structure optimization for UAVs and drones.
• Familiarity with additive manufacturing and traditional manufacturing methodology for aerospace structures.
• Strong problem‑solving ability with excellent communication and leadership skills.