Lead Mechanical Engineer

Astr Defence Pvt Ltd, Indian Defence Manufacturer engaged in deep tech indigenous design and development of defence products for our Armed forces, which includes advanced small arms, launchers, fire control systems and counter UAV technologies. Our focus is on rugged, mission-critical hardware engineered to military standards with high reliability, precision, and manufacturability.

Hiring LEAD MECHANICAL ENGINEERS for heading the R&D team.

Education --

• B.E / B.Tech / M.E / M.Tech in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Experience ---

• 2–8 years of experience in mechanical design
• Defence, aerospace, robotics, precision engineering, or rugged product experience preferred

Key Responsibilities

• Define system-level mechanical architecture
• Lead design of:
• Complete weapon platforms
• Fire control + optics + electronics integration
• Own design authority for mechanical systems
• Drive design reviews, risk analysis, and trade studies
• Ensure trial readiness and qualification compliance
• Interface with:
• Armed Forces / DRDO / QA agencies
• Manufacturing, vendors, and certification bodies
• Build and scale mechanical design team

Skill Expectations

• Deep experience in defence system engineering
• Strong leadership and decision-making
• Expertise in MIL compliance and field deployment constraints
• Ability to balance performance, cost, weight, and manufacturability
• Strong knowledge of machine design and mechanisms, Strength of materials and fatigue, precision manufacturing processes.
• Hand on experience with tolerances, GD&T and fits.
• Proficiency in Solidworks, Fusion 360.
• Ability to interpret and create manfacturing ready drawings.

You can send your resume through our email or walk-in for an interview at factory during working days.

Astr Defence Pvt Ltd, 4/2A Kadankoppa, Tq Kalghatgi, Karnataka – 581204 (15Km from Hubli City)

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹40,000.00 - ₹65,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Commuter assistance
• Health insurance
• Leave encashment
• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person