Mechanical Design & Development Engineer

Read Before Applying

• We are looking for candidates with

  experience in product development startups or industries

  (not service-based industries).
• Candidates available to join within

  15–30 days

  will be preferred.
• What we’re building demands

  hard work, tenacity, ownership, creativity

  , and significantly more man-hours than an average job. If you prefer routine over the dynamic unpredictability of innovation, Astr isn't for you. Our fast-paced environment requires

  curiosity, resilience, a passion for continuous learning, and comfort with rapid change

  .

About This Role

We are seeking a Mechanical Design & Development Engineer who thrives on owning projects end-to-end—from ideation to deployment. You will be part of a team developing cutting-edge defence technologies, contributing to experimental design, prototyping, testing, and creating advanced mechanical solutions for challenging real-world applications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own the entire product development cycle

  —from initial concept to final deployment.
• Ideate and generate

  innovative product concepts

  based on user (Armed Forces) inputs.
• Design, develop, and refine

  mechanical systems and components

  for advanced defence products.
• Conduct

  experimental design

  and create rapid prototypes for testing and validation.
• Perform

  rigorous testing and validation

  of prototypes to ensure performance, durability, and safety compliance.
• Research and apply

  cutting-edge materials

  , manufacturing processes, and emerging technologies to optimize designs.
• Produce

  detailed 3D models, engineering drawings, and simulations

  using CAD and FEA tools.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (electronics, software, manufacturing) to ensure seamless integration.

Requirements

Must-Haves:

• 2–5 years of experience

  in mechanical product design and development, preferably in defence or related industries.
• Expertise in CAD tools (e.g.,

  SolidWorks, Fusion 360

  ) and simulation software (e.g.,

  ANSYS, MATLAB

  ).
• Strong knowledge of materials science, tolerances, and manufacturing processes like machining, casting, 3D printing, and sheet metal fabrication.
• Proven experience in experimental prototyping and conducting rigorous tests to validate designs.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with a hands-on approach.
• Demonstrated ability to own projects and take responsibility for delivering results under tight deadlines.

Nice-to-Haves:

• Experience with defence systems or similar mission-critical products.
• Knowledge of mechanical-electrical system integration (e.g., actuators, sensors, motors).
• Familiarity with GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).

About Us

Astr Defence is a new-age defence tech company at the forefront of designing, developing, and manufacturing next-generation products to strengthen the Indian Armed Forces. Our work spans weapon systems, counter-UAV systems, and advanced defence technologies, addressing the evolving challenges of modern battlefields.

Join Astr Defence if you’re passionate about solving hard problems, taking ownership, and creating a profound impact on national security.