Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Engineer

Position Title : UAV Engineer – Helicopter Platform

Location : Noida Employment Type : Full-time

Overview

We are seeking an experienced UAV Engineer with strong hands-on expertise in Pixhawk / ArduPilot-based helicopter platforms. The ideal candidate will have deep knowledge of system integration, assembly, setup, calibration, testing, and piloting of rotorcraft UAVs. Experience with engine-based helicopter UAVs is highly preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the assembly, integration, and commissioning of helicopter UAV platforms (electric and preferably engine-based).
• Configure, tune and troubleshoot Pixhawk / ArduPilot flight control systems for helicopter applications.
• Perform flight envelope and system validation, PID tuning, log review and performance optimization.
• Conduct ground and flight tests, establish flight procedures, and maintain safety standards.
• Execute maintenance, overhaul, and reliability improvements for rotorcraft UAVs.
• Support payload integration, telemetry, onboard systems and mission equipment.
• Manage documentation : build reports, calibration sheets, test checklists, SOPs, maintenance logs.
• Train internal teams on assembly, operation, and piloting of UAV platforms.
• Provide field support during demonstrations and missions.

Required Skills & Experience

○ Pixhawk hardware and ArduPilot (Helicopter firmware)

○ System assembly, wiring, vibration management

○ ArduPilot parameters, tuning, and log analysis

Preferred Qualifications

Soft Skills