The Technical Manager Drone Delivery will be responsible for leading the complete technical lifecycle of drone delivery platforms, from design and component selection through integration, testing, certification, deployment, and operational support. The role requires deep technical expertise in UAV systems, subsystem integration, and drone delivery operations to ensure reliable, safe, and scalable solutions.
The candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams including mechanical, electronics, embedded software, manufacturing, quality assurance, supply chain, and operations to successfully deliver drone platforms for commercial and industrial applications.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Leadership
- Lead the complete lifecycle of drone delivery platform development.
- Define technical architecture and system specifications.
- Review engineering designs and technical documentation.
- Drive continuous product improvements.
Drone System Development
Manage end-to-end development of:
- Airframe
- Flight Controller
- Propulsion System
- Battery System
- Power Distribution
- ESCs
- GPS
- RF Communication
- Telemetry
- Payload Delivery Mechanism
- Navigation Systems
- Ground Control Station (GCS)
- Mission Planning Software
System Integration
- Oversee integration of mechanical, electrical, and software subsystems.
- Validate component compatibility and system performance.
- Coordinate prototype builds and engineering validation.
- Resolve integration challenges across disciplines.
Testing & Validation
- Plan and execute laboratory, ground,
and flight tests.
- Validate system reliability, endurance, payload capacity, and operational performance.
- Ensure compliance with technical requirements and quality standards.
- Review flight logs and recommend design improvements.
Manufacturing Support
- Provide technical guidance during production.
- Review manufacturing drawings and Bills of Materials (BOMs).
- Support production issue resolution.
- Improve manufacturability and assembly processes.
Technical Documentation
Prepare and review:
- System Requirement Specifications (SRS)
- Interface Control Documents (ICD)
- Design Documents
- Test Procedures
- Test Reports
- Flight Test Reports
- Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
- Maintenance Manuals
- User Manuals
Team Management
- Lead and mentor engineering teams.
- Assign technical tasks and monitor project progress.
- Conduct technical design reviews.
- Build engineering best practices and processes.
Vendor & Component Management
- Evaluate technical specifications of components.
- Support vendor selection and qualification.
- Review component performance and reliability.
- Coordinate with procurement for critical engineering purchases.
Compliance & Safety
- Ensure compliance with applicable aviation and drone regulations.
- Promote adherence to engineering quality and safety standards.
- Support risk assessments and technical audits.
Required Technical Knowledge
The candidate should possess robust knowledge of the end-to-end delivery of various drone platforms, their components, and system functionality, including:
- Fixed-Wing Drones
- Multirotor Drones
- VTOL Drones
- Hybrid VTOL Platforms
- Delivery Drone Systems
Strong understanding of:
- Aerodynamics
- Flight Mechanics
- Flight Controllers
- Autopilot Systems (ArduPilot/PX4)
- Brushless Motors
- Electronic Speed Controllers (ESC)
- Propellers
- Batteries and Battery Management Systems (BMS)
- GPS/GNSS
- IMU Sensors
- Magnetometers
- Barometers
- RF Communication Systems
- Telemetry Systems
- Payload Release Mechanisms
- Ground Control Stations
- Mission Planning Software
- Obstacle Avoidance Systems
- Navigation Algorithms
- Power Distribution Systems
- UAV Wiring and Harness Design
- Drone Assembly and Integration
- Flight Testing
- Troubleshooting and Root Cause Analysis
Preferred Software Knowledge
- ArduPilot
- PX4
- Mission Planner
- QGroundControl
- CAD tools (SolidWorks, CATIA, AutoCAD)
- MATLAB/Simulink
- Altium Designer or equivalent PCB tools
- Jira
- Confluence
- Git
How to Apply:-
Interested candidates can share their CV at:
[email protected]
Contact no. 95992 23407
📌 Technical Manager (New Delhi)
🏢 Parashar Future Defence Technologies Faridabad
📍 New Delhi