Position: Manager – Drone Certification, Testing & Regulatory Affairs Location: Pune, Maharashtra Regulatory & Compliance / Quality Assurance Reporting to: Managing Director / Head – Regulatory Affairs About Enhansafe Enhansafe India Pvt. Ltd. is a deeptech defense and homeland security company that designs, develops, and domestically manufactures Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS). We work closely with defense, paramilitary, and government agencies to deliver indigenous, certified drone solutions.

Role Overview We are seeking an experienced qualified to lead drone type certification, testing, and regulatory approvals for our UAS product line. The role requires hands-on prior experience securing certifications and clearances for drones/UAS in India, and in managing liaison with defense and government regulatory bodies. Plan, coordinate, and oversee testing campaigns (flight testing, structural, EMI/EMC, environmental) required for certification.

Manage compliance and certification under CE marking and BIS standards, as applicable. Own liaison and coordination with government and defense bodies , including DRDO, DGQA, DGAQA, CEMILAC, DGCA, QCI, and related agencies. Prepare, compile, and submit certification documentation, technical dossiers, test reports, and compliance files.

Track evolving regulatory frameworks (DGCA CAR, Drone Rules 2021 and amendments, MoD/MoCA guidelines)



and advise internal teams on compliance impact. Coordinate with R&D;, quality, and production teams to ensure design and manufacturing meet certification requirements from the outset.

Represent

Enhansafe in meetings, audits, and inspections with regulatory and defense authorities. Proven past experience in drone/UAS type certification, testing, and regulatory approvals — candidates without direct, demonstrable experience in this domain will not be considered. Hands-on experience with CEMILAC approval processes .

Experience obtaining/managing CE and BIS certifications for electronic/UAS products. Demonstrated experience liaising directly with DRDO, DGQA, DGS , or equivalent government/defence bodies. Strong understanding of the Indian UAS regulatory landscape (DGCA Drone Rules, MoD procurement/certification norms).

Bachelor's/Master's degree in Aeronautical/Aerospace/Electronics/Mechanical Engineering or related field. ~5–7 years of relevant experience in aerospace/defense certification, regulatory affairs, or quality assurance roles (adjust band based on seniority). ~ Prior experience in a UAS OEM, defence manufacturing company, or DGCA/DRDO-affiliated organization strongly preferred. ~ Excellent documentation, technical writing, and stakeholder coordination skills. ~ Direct exposure to India's evolving drone regulatory ecosystem.

📌 Regulatory Affairs Manager (M/F/D) (Pune)
🏢 ENHANSAFE INDIA
📍 Pune