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.

1. 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.

1. 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.

1. 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.

1. 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.

1. 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)

Drone Production Efficiency

Manufacturing and assembly of drones as per schedule.

Quality & Compliance

Ensuring drones meet DGCA and company quality standards.

Troubleshooting Resolution

Rapid diagnosis and repair of drone technical issues.

Certification Support

Contribution to successful DGCA Type Certification documentation and testing.

System Optimization

Improving drone performance, reliability, and flight stability.