Senior UAV Systems Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Lead system-level integration of avionics, payloads, sensors, and communication systems across UAV platforms.
• Configure, integrate, and validate payload systems (EO/IR gimbals, LiDAR, hyperspectral sensors, GPS/IMUs, defense payloads, etc.).
• Implement and troubleshoot payload communication protocols (MAVLink, Ethernet, UART, RS-232/422/485, CAN, SPI, I2C).
• Design and optimize RF communication systems for UAV-ground station data and control links.
• Work with custom/proprietary flight control software for flight control, mission planning, and payload integration.
• Collaborate on development, customization, and testing of in-house autopilot and navigation features.
• Integrate embedded computing platforms (Jetson, Raspberry Pi, SBCs) for payload processing and autonomy.
• Conduct HIL/SIL simulations, real-world testing, and field trials of UAVs and payloads.
• Support payload calibration, command/control setup, and data management workflows.
• Develop system documentation, wiring diagrams, test procedures, and integration guidelines.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership in system architecture discussions.
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in ECE, Electronics, Embedded Systems, or related fields.
• 3+ years of experience in UAV/drone systems engineering (startup experience preferred).
• Hands-on experience working on quadcopter, hexacopter, fixed-wing, and VTOL UAV platforms.
• Strong expertise in RF system design and integration.
• Experience with custom/proprietary flight control software and ability to work on autopilot integration and testing.
• Strong knowledge of protocols and interfaces (UART, CAN, SPI, I2C, RS-232/422, Ethernet).
• Proven experience in payload integration, control, and real-time data handling.
• Familiarity with ROS, Gazebo, onboard computing systems (Jetson, Raspberry Pi, SBCs).
• Strong skills in system-level debugging and troubleshooting.
  

Preferred Skills

• Experience with flight control system development (control algorithms, navigation, sensor fusion).
• Exposure to ISR, defense, and enterprise payloads (EO/IR, LiDAR, SIGINT).
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance and UAV standards (DGCA, defense).
• Experience with multi-payload setups, modular UAV architectures, and system scaling.
• Strong documentation, test planning, and reporting abilities.

Why Join Karman Drones?

At Karman Drones, you’ll be working on industry-defining aerial platforms designed for real-world applications in defense, mapping, surveillance, and emergency response. We are a tight-knit, innovation-driven team of engineers, technologists, and visionaries pushing the boundaries of unmanned systems in India.

By joining us, you will:

• Contribute to real-world projects that make a national impact
• Work on cutting-edge UAV technology, from design to deployment
• Be part of a team that values innovation, speed, and continuous learning
• Grow your career in a fast-evolving and mission-focused startup environment

How to Apply

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Or send your resume and relevant documents to
careers@karmandrones.com

Take your UAV expertise to the next level—and help shape the future of aerial technology with us.