Job Summary:
We are looking for a Mechanical Engineer with hands-on experience in drone design, development, and integration. The candidate should have strong knowledge of UAV structures, propulsion systems, materials, and field testing.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and develop drone frames, payload mounts, landing gear, and structural components
- Work on propulsion integration (motors, propellers, ESC mounting, vibration isolation)
- Perform CAD modeling (SolidWorks/Fusion 360) and generate manufacturing drawings
- Conduct structural analysis and basic FEA
- Oversee prototyping, fabrication, and assembly of UAV systems
- Perform flight testing support and failure analysis
- Optimize weight, strength, and aerodynamics
- Coordinate with electronics and software teams for system integration
Requirements
- Strong knowledge of composites, aluminum alloys, and lightweight materials
- Understanding of aerodynamics and UAV stability principles
- Experience with DFMEA, GD&T, and tolerance stack-up
- Hands-on experience with carbon fiber structures
- Familiarity with LiDAR/payload mounting integration is a plus
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes (CNC, 3D printing, sheet metal)
Qualification:
- B.E/B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering
- Experience in drone/UAV industry is mandatory
Preferred:
- Experience in logistics or surveillance drones
- Experience handling field trials and crash analysis
If you're passionate about building high-performance UAV systems, we’d love to hear from you.
Benefits
• A fast-paced working and executing environment that provides an opportunity to showcase your creative skills.
• Be a part of wholesome product development with vertically integrated mechanical, electronics, and software capabilities.
• Competitive salary
• Opportunity to kick-start and lead your own projects.
Skills Required
- Strong knowledge of composites, aluminum alloys, and lightweight materials
- Understanding of aerodynamics and UAV stability principles
- Experience with DFMEA, GD&T, and tolerance stack-up
- Hands-on experience with carbon fiber structures
- Familiarity with LiDAR/payload mounting integration
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes (CNC, 3D printing, sheet metal)
- B.E/B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering
- Experience in drone/UAV industry
- Experience in logistics or surveillance drones
- Experience handling field trials and crash analysis
What We Do
VECROS: Unleashing the Future of Autonomous Flight! From a student group at IIT Delhi to the forefront of drone innovation, VECROS has revolutionized aerial robotics. We create the world's most intelligent flying machines, powered by breakthrough Spatial AI, serving consumer, enterprise, and government customers. Pushing the limits of technology, we build machines once deemed impossible. Our software and hardware enable drones to operate in GPS-denied environments, autonomously and without pre-existing infrastructure. Trusted by enterprises across industries, we're backed by esteemed investors and strategic partners like IIT Delhi, NSRCEL-IIMB, STARTUP OASIS, 100xVC, NVIDIA, and more. Our innovation and cutting-edge products set us apart in the market. Join us in shaping the future of autonomous flight and discover the limitless possibilities with VECROS. Let's soar to new heights together!
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