Done Manu

Job Title: Drone Manufacturing Engineer (Rotorcraft / Fixed Wing / FPV)

Company      : Maverick Drones and Technologies Pvt. Ltd.

Location        : Kolkata, India

Department  : Engineering / Manufacturing

Experience    : 2–5 Years (Drone / UAV / Aerospace preferred)

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Drone Manufacturing Engineer with hands-on experience in Rotorcraft, Fixed Wing, and FPV drone systems. The candidate will be responsible for drone assembly, integration, testing, troubleshooting, and supporting DGCA Type Certification processes. The role requires strong technical expertise in UAV components, flight systems, electronics integration, and quality control.

Key Responsibilities

1. Drone Manufacturing & Assembly

• Manufacture and assemble multirotor (rotorcraft), fixed-wing, and FPV drones according to engineering specifications.
• Integrate critical components such as:
• Flight controllers
• ESCs
• Motors
• Propulsion systems
• GPS modules
• Telemetry systems
• Cameras & payloads
• Perform structural assembly, wiring, soldering, and component integration.

2. Testing & Quality Assurance

• Conduct pre-flight inspections and system calibration.
• Perform bench testing and field testing of drones.
• Ensure compliance with DGCA safety and quality standards.
• Maintain manufacturing quality documentation and test reports.

3. Troubleshooting & Maintenance

• Diagnose and resolve hardware and software issues in UAV systems.
• Troubleshoot problems related to:
• Flight controller configuration
• GPS signal issues
• Motor/ESC malfunction
• Power distribution
• Telemetry communication
• Provide technical support for repair and maintenance of drones.

4. Type Certification Support

• Assist in DGCA Type Certification process for drones.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation required for certification.
• Support compliance with Drone Rules 2021 and DGCA guidelines.
• Coordinate with testing agencies and certification bodies.

5. System Integration

• Integrate payloads such as:
• Mapping cameras
• LiDAR sensors
• Agriculture sprayers
• Surveillance payloads
• Configure firmware such as ArduPilot / PX4.
• Optimize flight parameters for different drone platforms.

6. Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain assembly manuals, SOPs, and troubleshooting guides.
• Prepare engineering reports and testing documentation.
• Maintain inventory records for drone components.

Required Skills

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of Rotorcraft, Fixed Wing, and FPV drone systems
• Experience with Flight Controllers (Pixhawk, Cube, etc.)
• Knowledge of ArduPilot / PX4 firmware
• Understanding of ESC calibration, PID tuning, and flight parameters
• Experience with drone electronics and power systems
• Basic knowledge of DGCA Drone Regulations and Type Certification

Qualifications

• B.Tech / Diploma in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electronics, Robotics, or related field
• Certification in Drone Technology / UAV Systems (preferred)

Preferred Experience

• Experience in UAV manufacturing or drone R&D
• Experience with FPV drone assembly and tuning
• Familiarity with CAD tools for drone frame design
• Experience in field testing and flight validation

KRA (Key Result Areas)

1. Drone Production Efficiency

• Manufacturing and assembly of drones as per schedule.

1. Quality & Compliance

• Ensuring drones meet DGCA and company quality standards.

1. Troubleshooting Resolution

• Rapid diagnosis and repair of drone technical issues.

1. Certification Support

• Contribution to successful DGCA Type Certification documentation and testing.

1. System Optimization

• Improving drone performance, reliability, and flight stability.