Company Description drkstore.in is a specialised retailer focused on First-Person View (FPV) and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), serving enthusiasts and professionals who are passionate about flight. The company provides a comprehensive range of parts and components, helping customers build, customise, and maintain high-performance aerial systems.

With an emphasis on quality and reliability, drkstore.in supports innovation and experimentation within the FPV and UAV community. Team members collaborate closely with customers and partners to enable safe, effective, and enjoyable flying experiences.

Role Description

We're looking for a Hardware Engineer to own our R&D;, testing, and UAV operations. You'll be the technical backbone ensuring our products are reliable, optimized, and industry-leading. This is a hands-on,

independent role where your expertise directly impacts product quality and customer experience.

Your Responsibilities (in order of priority):

● R&D; Testing & Validation: Design and execute comprehensive testing protocols for drone components, systems, and complete builds. Validate performance, durability, and reliability before market release. Document findings and drive iterative improvements.

● Component-Level Repairs & Debugging: Diagnose and repair faulty electronics, PCBs, motor controllers, receivers, and related hardware. Root-cause analysis and resolution of hardware failures. Maintain detailed repair logs and spare component inventory.

● UAV Assembly & Configuration: Assemble drones from components and kits with precision.

Program and configure flight controllers, ESCs, VTx systems, and other embedded hardware.

Ensure all builds meet performance and safety standards.

● Supporting Technical Responsibilities: Customer technical support for hardware-related queries

(as needed), documentation of builds and troubleshooting workflows,



contribution to prototyping efforts for current drone configurations.

What We're Looking For

Essential

● Strong foundational knowledge of electronics and circuit design

● Proficiency in soldering and component-level electronics repair

● Hands-on experience assembling and configuring FPV drones

● 1–2 years of prior experience in electronics, drone building, or related hardware work

● Engineering or Polytechnic qualification (or equivalent demonstrable expertise)

● Ability to work independently, self-manage tasks, and troubleshoot problems

Highly Valuable

● Drone firmware knowledge (Betaflight, INAV, or similar)

● CAD design and 3D printing experience

● PCB layout and schematic understanding

● Previous experience building, flying, or racing FPV drones

● Portfolio of personal projects (drones, electronics, modifications)

Why Join Us

● Work at the cutting edge of FPV drone technology

● Take ownership of R&D; and product quality — your work directly impacts what reaches customers

● Collaborate with a passionate, growth-focused team

● Continuous learning in a rapidly evolving field

● Immediate joining and growth opportunities

● In office role in Muvattupuzha; accommodation can be arranged if required

We Value Portfolio Over CV

We're more interested in what you've built than what's on your resume. Bring examples of your projects —

drones you've built, components you've modified, repairs you've tackled, or any electronics work you're proud of. This is your chance to showcase your hands-on expertise.

About the Role

● Location: Muvattupuzha, Kerala (on-site)

● Salary: ₹3-3.5 LPA (based on experience and portfolio)

● Joining: Immediate or very soon

● Employment Type: Full-time

We're looking for someone who's genuinely passionate about drones and hardware, self-motivated, and ready to make an immediate impact. If this sounds like you, let's talk.

📌 Hardware Test Engineer (Muvattupuzha)
🏢 drkstore
📍 Muvattupuzha