Aerospace Engineer

As an aerospace engineer at Kalam Labs, India's First Kids Space Organization, you will be part of a team dedicated to undertaking ambitious space missions to nurture kids" passion for space-tech. Specifically, for our upcoming mission involving a Stratospheric Glider Drone, we are looking for an individual with a profound interest in aeromodelling. Your primary focus will be on leveraging your experience in building personal aerospace projects like fixed-wing aircraft and FPVs to contribute to our projects. This role offers a unique opportunity for hands-on project experience and rapid learning in a dynamic and passionate team environment. Your responsibilities will include developing prototypes using materials like balsa, Depron sheets, and XPS foam, followed by rigorous testing to validate design concepts and enhance performance. Additionally, you will be expected to have a strong understanding of drone avionics to support the embedded engineering team. Utilizing advanced aerodynamic modeling techniques and tools for simulating and optimizing aircraft performance will be a crucial aspect of your role. Furthermore, you will have the chance to pilot fixed-wing aircraft and drones for testing and demonstration purposes. To qualify for this position, you should hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aeronautical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field. The ideal candidate will have entry-level to 3 years of experience and possess proficiency in CAD software such as CATIA and SolidWorks, computational fluid dynamics (CFD) tools, XFLR-5, and other relevant design and simulation software. Preferred skills for this role include expertise in aerodynamic modeling and simulation, extensive experience in building aircraft using various aeromodelling materials, rapid prototyping abilities, demonstrated flying experience with fixed-wing aircraft and drones, as well as hands-on experience in building and testing aerospace projects. In return, Kalam Labs offers a competitive salary ranging between Rs.4,80,000 to Rs.6,00,000, a collaborative work environment that fosters innovation, professional development opportunities for career growth, flexible working hours to promote work-life balance, and additional benefits such as provided accommodation. Join us in our mission to inspire and educate the next generation of space enthusiasts through cutting-edge aerospace projects.,