Product Design Engineer

Baykar; Turkey; On-site; TRY 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Baykar in Türkiye is seeking a multidisciplinary Mechanical/Aerospace designer to design C3 systems and Ground Support Equipment for UAV platforms. You will work across mechanical, electronics, and software teams, performing design calculations, GD&T, and material selection to meet field conditions and military standards.

The role requires a university degree in Mechanical, Aeronautical, Aerospace, Mechatronics, or Industrial Design, proficiency in CATIA/SolidWorks/KeyShot/Rhino, and strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical, Aeronautical, Aerospace, Mechatronics, or Industrial Design.
• Proficiency in GD&T and in preparing technical documentation.
• Experience in defense/aerospace product design preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design C3 systems for UAV/UCAV platforms.
• Design Ground Support Equipment (GSE) for maintenance and repair of UAV/UCAV systems.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electronics, and software teams on multidisciplinary product development.
• Conduct design calculations, component sizing, and material selection.
• Prepare design verification reports and support production transfer.

Skills

Geometric GD&T

HMI/Ergonomics

Team collaboration

Technical English

Problem solving

Design optimization

Education

Mechanical Engineering

Aeronautical Engineering

Aerospace Engineering

Mechatronics Engineering

Industrial Design

Tools

CATIA

SolidWorks

KeyShot

Rhino

Job description

At Baykar, a pioneering force behind Türkiye’s National Technology Initiative, we develop indigenous and nationally engineered high-tech Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) systems and create a global impact through proven platforms. With an end-to-end engineering approach spanning from R&D to production, we continue to undertake projects that push the boundaries of technology.

For UAV technologies, we carry out the design, development, and production preparation processes of Command, Control and Communication (C3) systems and Ground Support Equipment (GSE) for aerial platforms. We design advanced technology products—including ground control consoles, aircraft lifting jacks, ground power units, pilot control devices, environmental control systems, and military communication equipment—with a focus on ergonomics, human-centered design, and suitability for real-world field conditions.

Working collaboratively across mechanical, electronics, and software engineering disciplines, we contribute to the end-to-end development of products, from prototyping and testing through to production.

The objective is to design and develop Command, Control and Communication (C3) systems and Ground Support Equipment (GSE) used in the maintenance and repair of UAV/UCAV systems, taking into consideration user requirements, ergonomics, field conditions, manufacturability, and technical requirements.

• Design product solutions for Command, Control and Communication (C3) systems for UAV/UCAV platforms.
• Design Ground Support Equipment (GSE) to be used in the maintenance and repair of UAV/UCAV systems.
• Carry out the design and development of products such as ground control consoles, aircraft lifting jacks, ground power units, pilot control devices, environmental control systems, military communication equipment, and similar products.
• Develop design solutions by considering user requirements, military standards, human-machine interaction, ergonomics, and field operating conditions.
• Perform engineering calculations and select and size components in accordance with technical requirements.
• Collaborate closely with mechanical, electronics, and software teams to contribute to multidisciplinary product development processes.
• Provide design support throughout product prototyping and testing processes.
• Contribute to transferring designs to production and supporting manufacturing processes.
• Apply geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) requirements throughout the design process.
• Contribute to material selection and the determination of appropriate manufacturing methods.
• Evaluate various manufacturing methods, including sheet metal fabrication, structural profiles, composite manufacturing, CNC machining, and 3D printing, throughout the design process.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation, including procedures, checklists, design verification reports, and cost analyses.
• Graduated from a university program in Mechanical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or Industrial Design.
• Proficient in at least two CAD and rendering software packages (e.g., CATIA, SolidWorks, KeyShot, Rhino).
• Knowledgeable in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Capable of performing kinematic, static, and strength analyses; selecting, sizing, and technically validating mechanisms and components in accordance with system requirements.
• Proficient in preparing technical documentation.
• Proficient in technical English.
• Familiar with Human-Machine Interaction (HMI) and ergonomics principles.
• Able to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams and adapt to field operations.
• Capable of quickly identifying problems and developing effective solutions.
• Strong communication skills, with a passion for research and a detail-oriented approach.
• Open to innovation and continuous improvement, with a strong work ethic and sense of discipline.
• Able to adapt to a fast-paced and demanding work environment.
• Experience in projects involving defense, aerospace, or end-user technology products.
• A portfolio featuring designs of defense industry products, aerospace products, or command-and-control systems.
• Experience in the design of hydraulic and pneumatic mechanical systems.
• Hands-on experience with manufacturing methods and technologies such as sheet metal fabrication, structural profiles, composite manufacturing, CNC machining, and 3D printing.
• Experience in product design, prototyping, testing, and production preparation processes.
• A strong interest in the defense industry, aerospace, and advanced technology products.

Join Türkiye's most talented engineers and immerse yourself in a career of results-driven opportunities, alongside our skilled, dynamic and forward-thinking engineers and corporate managers. Experience a strong team spirit and a culture focused on development and excellence!