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Hiring | Precision Products Mechanical Design Engineer – Defence R&D;

? HUBLI, Karnataka

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Astr Defence Pvt. Ltd.
www.astrdefence.com

Astr Defence is a deep-tech defence startup developing indigenous
small arms, launchers, fire-control systems, thermal imaging solutions, and counter-UAV technologies
for the Indian Armed Forces.

We are looking for a
Mechanical Design Engineer (2–8 years)
to work on mission-critical, rugged hardware built to MIL & Indian defence standards.

? Role Highlights:
- End-to-end mechanical design of small arms & fire-control units
- Precision rugged housing design (shock, vibration, thermal, recoil loads)
- Design and optimize components specifically for
precision machining processes (VMC, CNC turning, grinding, boring, honing)
- Define
machining-friendly tolerances and fits
aligned with process capabilities (micron-level where required)
- Validate designs before release to ensure
first-time-right manufacturing
- Drive improvements in
surface finish, dimensional accuracy, and repeatability
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- Structural & thermal analysis (FEA)
- Prototyping,



testing & design iteration
- Exposure to
advanced machining challenges and real-world constraints
- Defence compliance (MIL-STD / JSS / GSQR)
- Cross-functional work with AI/ML, electronics & optics teams

? Ideal Candidate:
- Solid in machine design, GD&T;, tolerances
- Proficient in SolidWorks / Fusion 360.
- Experience in precision machining & rugged products
- Strong exposure to
precision machining: VMC, CNC turning, grinding, jig boring, honing
- Good understanding of
GD&T;, tolerance stack-up, fits, and surface finish (Ra values)
- Defence/aerospace background preferred
- Passion for indigenous defence technology

Work Environment
- Defence R&D; & manufacturing setup
- Discipline-oriented & process-driven
- Rural plant location (bus facility provided from Hubli city to factory)
- Timings – 9am to 6.30pm (Monday to Saturday) Sunday holiday.

? Work on frontline systems.

? Confidential & securi

📌 Precision Products Mechanical Design Engineer (Hubli)
🏢 Astr Defence
📍 Hubli