Design Engineer

Job Summary

The Design Engineer (Defence) is responsible for designing, developing, and supporting defence-related products, systems, and sub-systems in compliance with military, aerospace, and regulatory standards. The role involves concept development, detailed design, analysis, documentation, and coordination with manufacturing, quality, and certification agencies.

Key Responsibilities

Design & Development

• Design and develop mechanical/electro-mechanical components, assemblies, and systems for defence applications.
• Prepare 2D drawings, 3D models, GD&T, and detailed BOMs.
• Perform design calculations, tolerance analysis, and basic simulations (structural/thermal as applicable).
• Support prototype development, testing, and design validation.

Defence Standards & Compliance

• Ensure designs comply with MIL-STD, JSS, DEF-STAN, AS9100, and end customer specifications.
• Support documentation required for DGQA / DGAQA / CEMILAC / DRDO approvals.
• Participate in design reviews (PDR, CDR) and configuration control processes.

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Work closely with manufacturing, quality, procurement, and suppliers to ensure design manufacturability and quality.
• Support production during first article inspection (FAI) and trials.
• Address design-related non-conformances and implement corrective actions.

Documentation & Configuration Control

• Prepare and maintain design documents including design reports, drawings, test procedures, and change notes (ECR/ECN).
• Ensure configuration management and version control as per defence project requirements.

Continuous Improvement & Innovation

• Identify opportunities for design optimization, weight reduction, cost reduction, and performance improvement.
• Stay updated with emerging defence technologies, materials, and manufacturing processes.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of defence-grade design practices
• Proficiency in CAD tools (SolidWorks / CATIA / Creo / NX)
• Understanding of GD&T, materials, manufacturing processes
• Familiarity with defence documentation and approval workflows
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Good communication and teamwork abilities

Qualification & Experience

• Bachelors degree in Engineering (Mechanical / Aerospace / Electronics / Mechatronics or relevant discipline)
• Minimum 5 years of design experience in Defence / Aerospace sector
• Hands-on experience with defence or military-grade products/systems

Preferred Experience (Added Advantage)

• Experience with EMI/EMC-compliant enclosures, shelters, UAV structures, vehicle-mounted systems
• Exposure to environmental testing (Vibration, Shock, Thermal, EMI/EMC)
• Knowledge of APQP, FMEA, FAI (AS9102)

Tools & Standards

• CAD: SolidWorks / CATIA / Creo / NX
• Standards: MIL-STD, JSS, AS9100
• Tools: MS Excel, PLM/PDM systems