Hardware Quality Engineer - Avionics

About Skyroot Aerospace

A cutting-edge startup founded by ex-ISRO scientists. Dedicated to affordable space access, we're rewriting aerospace technology rules. Our dynamic team fosters inventiveness, collaboration, and relentless excellence. Join us on a transformative journey to redefine space possibilities. Welcome to the forefront of space innovation with Skyroot Aerospace!

Purpose of role:

We are seeking dedicated Avionics Quality and Test Engineers to drive and uphold the quality of our avionics design and development processes, ensuring the delivery of zero-defect systems within the required timelines. This role is categorized as job level 1 and is ideal for candidates with 2-4 years of experience, depending on their educational background. We strongly encourage applicants with a background in electronics design or testing who are enthusiastic about transitioning into a Quality Engineer role. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail, a deep interest in improving product quality and reliability, and the ability to independently analyze designs, identify potential failure modes, and implement corrective actions to optimize design.

Responsibilities:

• Ability to independently understand the design and come up with a detailed test plan.
• Conduct testing (Bench Level, Thermal, Vibration, Humidity, Vacuum, EMI/EMC etc.) and validation of avionics systems and components, utilize a variety of test equipment to perform diagnostics and troubleshooting.
• Document test observations, methodologies, and results comprehensively.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and reliability of avionics systems.
• Developing and implementing quality standards.
• Developing and implementing quality control systems.
• Ensuring the Quality of Avionics Hardware Systems at modular level.
• Ensuring the Quality of the Vehicle, Avionics at Checkout Systems level during Sub-assembly level and Integrated Vehicle level testing and provide good confidence for the launch.
• Monitoring and analysing system performance.
• Expertise in Avionics parts & Vehicle subsystem and Systems.
• Collaborating with team leads to develop and implement controls and improvements.
• Developing the necessary data base on non-conformances, failures including the lessons learnt.
• Support Gated Reviews to validate the quality and completeness of work packages and close follow up on Gap areas.
• Getting familiarized and developing necessary expertise related to Mil specifications & our own standards etc.,

Technical Skills:

• 2+ years of experience in Quality Engineering, Quality Assurance, Quality Control or a similar role in the Aerospace industry.
• Expertise in understanding the Avionics system for space-based applications.
• Good experience in PCB design and debugging
• Experience in Derating and FMECA Analysis.
• Experience in handling RF & Microwave devices.

Other Skills:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent Project Management skills.
• Excellent Time Management skills.
• Team building skills.

Qualification Essential:

• Bachelor of Engineering or Technology in the area of Electronics and Communication.

Preferrable:

• ASQ certification in the area of interest is preferred.

Perks & Benefits:

We provide seamless transportation, nourishing meals and elevated wellbeing – Because we believe everyone deserves a smooth ride to success!

Note:

We also welcome women with career gaps and applicants from non-aerospace or defence sectors who can bring valuable skills and experiences to our team.