Location: Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, Mumbai
Job Category: Project Research Staff
About the project:
The Government-funded project focuses on the development and demonstration of drone and allied technologies. With applications spanning various sectors, the initiative leverages advanced technologies and infrastructure. It aims to foster strong industry-academia collaborations to address real-world challenges and drive innovation. Comprehensive training programs are an integral component, ensuring awareness and proficiency in drone operations.
Institute:
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay, Mumbai
Qualification and Key Skills Required:
PhD in relevant experience OR
MTech / ME or equivalent with relevant experience OR
BTech / BE or equivalent with relevant experience
Experience of developing algorithms for swarm, path planning / guidance system, control system, navigation / sensor fusion, and implementing them with different classes of UAVs including Multi-rotor / Fixed-wing / VTOL
Test and validate the developed algorithms in SITL simulation environment, that has close resemblance to actual flight workplace scenario
Experience of various control laws and strategies, specifically PID, MPC, etc.
Familiarity with autopilot firmware, like PX4 and ArduPilot
Sensor selection for specific UAV application along with knowledge of sensor fusion process for increased accuracy and reliability
Knowledge of drones / aerial robots with regards to control and stability aspects of them
Proficiency in programming languages, simulation and modelling tools (Python, C/CPP, MATLAB/Simulink, ROS/ROS2, Gazebo etc.)
Softwares: Mission Planner, QGC, CubeIDE, CubeMX
Job Profile:
Design and develop swarm algorithms and control system for different class of UAVs including Multi-rotor / Fixed-wing / VTOL.
Knowledge of multi agent coordination, formation flying and cooperative missions.
Knowledge of path planning, collision avoidance and d