Lead Drone Developer

Year    TN, IN, India

Job Description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES



Lead the design and development of drones across agriculture, surveillance, logistics and FPV domains

Customize and maintain firmware using ArduPilot and Betaflight firmware systems

Develop automation logic and mission behaviour using custom Lua scripting

Integrate and test embedded systems, sensors, payloads and radio communication modules

Design and prototype drone hardware, including frames, mounts and enclosures

Ensure reliability and performance through rigorous field testing and system validation

Collaborate with cross-functional teams including hardware engineers, software developers and field operators

Manage project timelines, resources and technical deliverables to ensure milestones are met

Document technical processes and maintain detailed records of system designs and configurations

Stay current with industry trends and emerging drone technologies to drive innovation


REQUIRED SKILLS



3-6 years of experience in drone development with a strong R&D background Proven expertise with ArduPilot and Betaflight firmware operation Proficient in Lua scripting for mission programming and onboard automation Strong understanding of agricultural and surveillance drone applications Hands-on experience with Tuning PID parameters for stability, responsiveness, and precision Expertise with FPV systems including tuning and live video streaming Solid knowledge of radio communication systems (e.g., RC, telemetry, long-range links) Experience with embedded systems, microcontrollers and low-level programming (C/C++, Python) Competency in drone hardware and mechanical design (CAD skills preferred) Effective project management and leadership skills with the ability to guide technical teams

QUALIFICATIONS



Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electronics, Robotics, Aerospace Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field is required Candidate with experience in drone industry or similar is most preferable. 3 - 6 years of experience in Drone development and R&D Field testing experience and deployment in real-world environments Exposure to AI, computer vision or data mapping technologies

BENEFITS



Competitive salary in the industry Be part of a core team with leadership potential Hands-on involvement in live drone testing and deployment Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹35,000.00 - ₹45,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Commuter assistance Flexible schedule Health insurance Leave encashment Paid sick time Paid time off
Application Question(s):

What is your Overall work experience (in years) What is your notice period? (in months/days)
Experience:

Drone R&D: 3 years (Preferred)
Willingness to travel:

25% (Preferred)
Work Location: In person

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD4349691
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    TN, IN, India
  • Education
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  • Experience
    Year