R&D; - Mech

Navi Mumbai (On-Site)

Mid-Senior

8-10 years

Fulltime

JOB DESCRIPTION – System Integration Engineer (Hybrid UAV Platform)

POSITION OVERVIEW:

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual for the role of System Integration Engineer within our innovative UAS organization. The selected candidate will be responsible for end-to-end system architecture, design, and integration of complete UAV platforms (including Hybrid UAV systems).

In this role, you will play a pivotal function bridging system design and execution, starting from requirement definition, system architecture, CAD layout, and subsystem integration, while closely supporting the Technical Project Manager, Design, Validation, and Cross-functional teams.

You will act as the single-point technical owner for system-level integration, ensuring all subsystems function cohesively to meet performance, reliability, and certification requirements

JOB DESCRIPTION

UAV/Drone System Specifications

- Analyze Product Requirement Documents (PRDs) aligned with market and RFP requirements
- Define and maintain system-level technical specifications
- Develop:
- Technology Readiness Levels (TRL)
- Work Breakdown Structures (WBS)
- System architecture definitions
- Ensure traceability from requirements design validation

UAV/Drone System Design & Architecture

- Lead system architecture development for UAV platforms:
- Airframe, propulsion (electric/hybrid), avionics, payloads, communication systems
- Collaborate with design teams to ensure alignment with performance, endurance, payload, and environmental requirements
- Exposure to aerodynamics, materials, and process engineering is desirable
- Ensure design meets multi-RFP and certification requirements

Design Management

- Expertise in:
- CAD layout and system-level integration checks
- PLM/PDM tools (e.g., Creo/Windchill)
- BOM structuring and configuration management
- Perform:
- Weight & Center of Gravity (CG) analysis
- GD&T; and tolerance stack-up analysis
- DFMEA and design risk assessments
- Ensure design integrity and manufacturability (DFMA)

Interface & Integration Management (Critical Responsibility)

- Define and manage Interface Control Documents (ICDs):
- Electrical (power,



grounding, connectors)
- Communication (CAN, UART, Ethernet, RF protocols)
- Mechanical interfaces (mounting, tolerances)
- Ensure seamless integration across:
- Avionics, propulsion, payloads, GCS, and communication systems
- Identify and resolve integration conflicts proactively

Integration and Testing

- Lead system-level integration of:
- Hardware, electronics, and embedded software
- Execute:
- Bench testing
- Hardware-in-loop (HIL) testing
- Ground and flight testing
- Ensure system meets:
- Performance targets
- Safety and fail-safe requirements
- Drive first-time-right integration builds

Validation & Verification of Design

- Plan and execute validation activities:
- Numerical simulations
- Laboratory testing
- Environmental testing
- Flight testing and certification
- Ensure compliance with:
- MIL-STD, IP ratings, EMI/EMC standards
- Track validation plan vs actual closure

Component Selection & Manufacturing/Sourcing

- Select suitable:
- Hardware and electronic components
- Sensors, payloads, and propulsion systems
- Consider:
- Payload capacity, endurance, range, environmental conditions
- Apply DFMA principles and support manufacturing readiness
- Work with sourcing teams for vendor finalization

Software Configuration

- Configure:
- Flight controllers and autopilot systems
- Onboard computers and communication interfaces
- Ensure seamless data flow and system interoperability

Issue Resolution & System Debugging

- Lead root cause analysis (RCA) for:
- Integration failures
- Test anomalies
- Field issues during trials
- Drive cross-functional closure of issues with timely corrective actions

Configuration & Change Management

- Manage:
- System configurations (HW + SW combinations)
- Version control and traceability
- Implement and track engineering changes (ECR/ECN)




- Ensure alignment across builds, testing, and deployment

Quality and Reliability

- Define and implement quality processes across:
Design Development Testing
- Production
- Ensure system reliability under:
- Environmental stress
- Operational conditions
- Support certification and compliance readiness

Documentation

- Maintain detailed documentation for:
- System architecture and design reviews
- Integration processes and configurations
- Test plans, reports, and issue logs
- Provide clear status updates to Technical Project Manager

Collaboration

- Work closely with:
- Product Management & Marketing
- Design (Mechanical, Electrical, Software)
- Manufacturing & Sourcing
- Quality & Validation teams
- Act as system-level focal point for integration readiness

Stay Informed

- Stay updated on:
- UAV industry trends
- Emerging technologies
- Regulatory and certification requirements (DGCA, Defence RFPs)

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

- Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in:
- Aerospace / Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics Engineering
- 10–15 years of experience in UAV/Drone systems, aerospace, or related domains
- Strong experience in:
- System architecture & integration
- UAV subsystems (avionics, propulsion, payloads, communication)
- Proficiency in:
- CAD & PLM tools (PTC Creo, Windchill preferred)
- Communication protocols (CAN, UART, Ethernet)
- Knowledge of:
- EMI/EMC, environmental testing, certification standards
- Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and system-thinking skills

DESIRED BEHAVIOURAL VALUES

- Commitment to common purpose and organizational goals
- Respectful and collaborative team engagement
- High integrity and ethical standards
- Strong ownership with accountability
- Proactive mindset with initiative-taking attitude
- Passion for innovation and making impact
- Ability to build and maintain solid interpersonal relationships

Skills

Aerospace

Mechanical

Electro-mechanical

UAV

Avionics Integration

Communicaitons

Propulsion Systems

CAD

Creo

PLM Tools

Communication Protocols

Windchill

System Integrators

Certification Testing

Environmental Testing

EMC

EMI

Debugging

Problem Solving

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