UAV and Aerospace Design

Company DescriptionWe are an Indian Aerospace Startup building next-generation autonomous Aerial systems for Defense Applications. We are Developing platforms Designed for speed, precision, and survivability.Role IntroductionWe are seeking a UAV & Aerospace Design Engineer to join our core engineering team. You will lead the aerodynamic and structural design of next-generation autonomous aerial systems built for speed, precision, and survivability.This role blends aerodynamics, CAD design, CFD simulation, and systems integration to take vehicles from concept → digital twin → prototype → flight validation. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams on airframe design, stability analysis, and mission-specific performance optimization.Key ResponsibilitiesOwn the complete aerodynamic and structural design cycle — from concept sketches to simulation, CAD, and real-world flight testing.Aerodynamic Design- Airfoil, wing, and control surface optimization- Lift/drag improvement, pressure distribution analysis- Static and dynamic stability studies- Low Reynolds number and thin-air aerodynamics- Weight, CG, and moment of inertia optimizationCFD & Mission Simulations- High-fidelity CFD using ANSYS Fluent / CFX / Open FOAM- k–ω SST turbulence, compressible flow, and transition modeling- Full-envelope aerodynamic simulations:- Low-pressure & high-altitude performance- Gusts, turbulence, and crosswind impacts- Temperature-dependent flow behavior (−56°C to +50°C)- Mesh refinement for boundary layers and wake capture- MATLAB / Simulink 6-DoF flight modeling- AI-assisted aerodynamic optimization and control tuningCAD & Structural Integration- CATIA V6 / SolidWorks / Siemens NX for production-ready designs- Composite structure design: carbon fiber, fiberglass- Mold feasibility, layup sequencing, and tooling design- Surface and assembly-level tolerance management- Weight–strength trade-off optimizationSystems Integration & Testing- Provide aerodynamic data & stability derivatives to control teams- Define sensor and instrumentation locations (IMU, pitot, AoA, etc.)- Wind tunnel & field testing collaboration- Post-flight telemetry analysis & design iteration- Simulation–flight correlation for data-driven improvementsCore Skill SetAerodynamics & CFD- Lift/drag analysis, stability derivatives, control effectiveness- High-altitude and low Reynolds number aerodynamics- Flow visualization, separation & laminar control- ANSYS Fluent / CFX / OpenFOAM expertiseCAD & Composites- CATIA, SolidWorks, or Siemens NX- Surface modeling for aerodynamic bodies- Composite layup and mold design for manufacturabilitySimulation & Programming- MATLAB / Simulink for flight dynamics- Python (NumPy, SciPy, Matplotlib) for analysis & automation- Basic FEA (ANSYS Mechanical)Testing & Validation- Wind tunnel correlation- Flight test data analysis- Telemetry & instrumentation planningQualifications & ExperienceEducation:- B.E/B.Tech or M.E/M.Tech in Aerospace, Aeronautical, Mechanical, or Mechatronics Engineering- Candidates with strong portfolios or research work in UAV/aerospace design will be prioritizedExperience:- 3–5 years of relevant experience in aerodynamic design, CFD, or aircraft structures- Proven experience in end-to-end design, simulation, and prototype development- Exposure to flight testing or control system integration is a plusPreferred Background:- Worked in aerospace R&D labs, UAV startups, or advanced university research groups- Strong understanding of aerodynamics + composites + simulation workflowsPreferred Extras- Experience with composite layup, tooling & manufacturing- CFD optimization scripting (Python or MATLAB)- UAVs or experimental aircraft projects built and flown- Publications, competition experience, or open-source aerospace contributionsHow to ApplyPlease shareYour ResumeA Portfolio Link (GitHub/Drive/Website)Why Join UsFounding team position — your designs define the productBuild from concept to flight, not just theoryWork on performance challenges few attemptBlend classical aerodynamics, AI simulation, and advanced compositesReal hardware, real missions, real impact