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 DesignAirfoil, wing, and control surface optimizationLift/drag improvement, pressure distribution analysisStatic and dynamic stability studiesLow Reynolds number and thin-air aerodynamicsWeight, CG, and moment of inertia optimizationCFD & Mission SimulationsHigh-fidelity CFD using ANSYS Fluent / CFX / Open FOAMk–ω SST turbulence, compressible flow, and transition modelingFull-envelope aerodynamic simulations:Low-pressure & high-altitude performanceGusts, turbulence, and crosswind impactsTemperature-dependent flow behavior (−56°C to +50°C)Mesh refinement for boundary layers and wake captureMATLAB / Simulink 6-DoF flight modelingAI-assisted aerodynamic optimization and control tuningCAD & Structural IntegrationCATIA V6 / SolidWorks / Siemens NX for production-ready designsComposite structure design: carbon fiber, fiberglassMold feasibility, layup sequencing, and tooling designSurface and assembly-level tolerance managementWeight–strength trade-off optimizationSystems Integration & TestingProvide aerodynamic data & stability derivatives to control teamsDefine sensor and instrumentation locations (IMU, pitot, AoA, etc.)Wind tunnel & field testing collaborationPost-flight telemetry analysis & design iterationSimulation–flight correlation for data-driven improvementsCore Skill SetAerodynamics & CFDLift/drag analysis, stability derivatives, control effectivenessHigh-altitude and low Reynolds number aerodynamicsFlow visualization, separation & laminar controlANSYS Fluent / CFX / OpenFOAM expertiseCAD & CompositesCATIA, SolidWorks, or Siemens NXSurface modeling for aerodynamic bodiesComposite layup and mold design for manufacturabilitySimulation & ProgrammingMATLAB / Simulink for flight dynamicsPython (NumPy, SciPy, Matplotlib) for analysis & automationBasic FEA (ANSYS Mechanical)Testing & ValidationWind tunnel correlationFlight test data analysisTelemetry & instrumentation planningQualifications & ExperienceEducation:B.E/B.Tech or M.E/M.Tech in Aerospace, Aeronautical, Mechanical, or Mechatronics EngineeringCandidates 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 structuresProven experience in end-to-end design, simulation, and prototype developmentExposure to flight testing or control system integration is a plusPreferred Background:Worked in aerospace R&D labs, UAV startups, or advanced university research groupsStrong understanding of aerodynamics + composites + simulation workflowsPreferred ExtrasExperience with composite layup, tooling & manufacturingCFD optimization scripting (Python or MATLAB)UAVs or experimental aircraft projects built and flownPublications, 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