Avionics Engineer

Company Description

Apollyon Dynamics is a pioneering DeepTech defense company dedicated to positioning India at the forefront of world-class defense innovation. Driven by a passion for breakthrough technologies, we are committed to redefining the future of defense with cutting-edge solutions and unwavering excellence. By collaborating closely with Army and Police personnel, we understand their unique operational requirements and deliver custom-built, cost-effective solutions such as advanced drones and UAVs, playing a vital role in safeguarding our national borders.

Role Description

This is a full-time On-Site role for an Avionics Engineer, located in Hyderabad with some work from home acceptable. The Avionics Engineer will be responsible for designing, developing, and testing avionics systems for aircraft. Daily tasks include systems engineering, aerospace engineering, and electrical engineering related to aircraft systems. The Avionics Engineer will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful integration and performance of avionics systems in defense applications.

Essential Skills for Autonomous Avionics Engineers

• Deep proficiency in embedded software (C/C++/Python) for flight control, autopilot, communications, and sensor-processing.
• Solid theoretical background in control theory and its practical application to autonomous flight, including non-linear control.
• Experience implementing and tuning autonomous navigation algorithms, including waypoint navigation, path planning, obstacle avoidance, and failsafe recovery.
• Integration skills for avionics subsystems—GPS, IMU, LIDAR, cameras, telemetry, and RF modules—into real-time operating systems and hardware platforms.
• Hands-on background in simulation tools (MATLAB/Simulink, Gazebo, etc.), hardware-in-the-loop and software-in-the-loop testing, flight stack architectures, and onboard firmware.
• Familiarity with industry standards (DO-178C, DO-254 for safety/regulatory compliance), avionics cybersecurity, and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC/EMI) testing.
• Experience with open-source autopilot frameworks (PX4, ArduPilot, ROS), perception systems, and sensor fusion pipelines.

Typical Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and test avionics systems enabling drone autonomy, safety, communication, and real-time decision-making.
• Build and validate control algorithms, sensor fusion code, and robust flight stack architectures for complex, real-world conditions.
• Integrate new sensor payloads and develop custom drivers/APIs for hardware and software interoperability.
• Lead efforts in simulation, flight testing, and debugging to accelerate rapid deployment and iterations of autonomous features.
• Document compliance artifacts, test plans, and safety evidence to meet airworthiness and regulatory standards.