Technical Lead – UAV Systems & Integration

ESP Engineered; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

ESP Engineered is seeking a Technical Lead for UAV Systems & Integration in Hyderabad, India. The role involves leading the development of heavy payload drones, designing UAV system architecture, and ensuring successful product commercialization. The ideal candidate should have a B.Tech/M.Tech in relevant fields and 6-10 years of experience in UAV product development. Expertise in testing, validation, and team management are essential for this leadership position.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6–10 years of relevant experience in UAV / Drone product development.
• Hands-on experience in product design, prototyping, testing, and certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead the complete lifecycle of drone product development from concept to commercialization.
• Design and define UAV system architecture for heavy payload platforms.
• Develop VTOL and multirotor platforms as per business requirements.

Skills

UAV system design and architecture

Testing and validation methodologies

Team Management

Ardupilot

Creative Thinking

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

B.Tech / M.Tech in Aerospace, Robotics, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Electronics or related fields

Job description

Technical Lead – UAV Systems & Integration

6-12

Role Summary

We are looking for a highly experienced UAV Systems Integration and Product Development professional to lead end-to-end development of heavy payload drones at Marut Drones. The ideal candidate should have hands‑on experience in product design, prototyping, testing, certification, and after‑sales support with proven experience of successfully commercialized drone platforms.

Core Eligibility Criteria

1. Experience in end‑to‑end product development lifecycle of UAV systems
2. Successfully developed a drone product with at least 50 units sold commercially
3. Strong system architecture experience for UAV platforms
4. Hands‑on experience with Heavy Payload Drones (>30 kg)
5. Experience in VTOL platforms
6. Expertise in R&D prototyping of UAV systems
7. Experience with Flight Controllers – Pixhawk / Jiyi / Vector Flight Controllers
8. Strong understanding of Flight Control Systems
9. Hands‑on experience with Ardupilot or PX4 ecosystem
10. Experience in payload integration and development
11. Experience in mechanical and electrical design for drones
12. Experience in prototype building and validation
13. Component level testing expertise
14. Final prototype development and optimization
15. Integrated system testing and validation
16. Experience in DGCA or relevant drone certification processes
17. Experience in after‑sales technical support for drone products
18. Capability to own full product development responsibility

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the complete lifecycle of drone product development from concept to commercialization
• Design and define UAV system architecture for heavy payload platforms
• Develop VTOL and multirotor platforms as per business requirements
• Select and integrate appropriate flight controllers and avionics
• Perform component‑level and integrated testing of UAV systems
• Lead R&D prototyping and iterative design improvements
• Work closely with certification teams to ensure regulatory compliance
• Support after‑sales team for technical troubleshooting and improvements
• Prepare technical documentation related to product design and certification
• Support tender team in defining product specifications and costing
• Work on BOM finalization and purchase cost optimization
• Interact with vendors and suppliers for component development
• Drive continuous product improvements based on field feedback

Additional Expectations

• Team Management and technical mentoring
• Daily team reporting and task tracking
• Weekly reporting to Management
• Project planning and execution
• Cross‑functional coordination with production and quality teams
• Vendor and stakeholder management

Educational Qualification

B.Tech / M.Tech in Aerospace, Robotics, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Electronics or related fields

Experience Required

Minimum 6–10 years of relevant experience in UAV / Drone product development

Technical Skills Required

• UAV system design and architecture
• Hardware integration
• Electrical and mechanical integration
• Testing and validation methodologies

Required Skills

• Testing and validation methodologies
• Team Management
• Ardupilot
• Creative Thinking
• Communication
• UAV system design and architecture
• Problem SolvingPlanning