About The Company
Defendron Technologies Pvt Ltd is an early-stage deep-tech startup building cutting-edge AI-driven hardware + software systems for vision-based autonomy in robotics. Our solutions are deployed in Defence and Aerospace applications, designed to operate in harsh and mission-critical environments. We are engineering the next generation of visual autonomy through ultra-compact, ultra-reliable multi-spectral payloads featuring onboard video processing, jitter stabilization, and intelligent perception. If you’re excited about pushing the boundaries of autonomous robotics and building real impact-driven technology, you’ll thrive here.Our Work CultureWe foster a culture of innovation, technical curiosity, and collaborative problem-solving. We encourage engineers to experiment, prototype, challenge conventional approaches, and push the boundaries of what’s possible in autonomous robotics. We work in a high-trust environment where ideas are welcomed, initiative is rewarded, and people are empowered to think beyond the present and design for the future. If you enjoy working closely with passionate peers, constantly learning, and shaping technologies that define tomorrow’s capabilities — you’ll feel right at home with us.
About The Role
Job Title : Mechanical Design Engineer(Precision Motion & Gimbal Systems (Deep-Tech Robotics))We are hiring a mid-level Mechanical/Product Design Engineer to develop and refine mechanical structures for camera gimbal payload systems used in drones. The role is fully onsite at our Pune office and involves hands-on design, prototyping, and collaboration with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Design mechanical components and assemblies for 2-axis / 3-axis gimbal-stabilized camera systems
- Create structural designs for brackets, enclosures, linkages, isolation mounts, and precision subassemblies
- Execute tolerance stack-ups and GD&T for tight-tolerance mechanisms
- Conduct structural, vibrational, and thermal assessments for airborne applications
- Prototype mechanical designs using rapid fabrication methods
- Work closely with electronics, optics, and embedded teams for integrated system design
- Prepare technical drawings, BOMs, assembly instructions, and specifications
- Collaborate with manufacturing partners and fabrication shops
- Maintain design documentation through PDM/PLM tools
Qualifications & Experience ( Must Have’s)
- Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering / Product Design / Mechatronics (Master’s is a plus)
- 3–6 years mechanical design experience with precision mechanisms or moving assemblies
- Proficiency with CAD tools ( CATIA)
- Strong knowledge of GD&T and dimensional tolerance design
- Experience with FEA or simulation tools (modal, vibrational, structural)
- Hands-on prototyping experience (3D printing, CNC, machining)
- Understanding of servo-driven mechanisms, mechanical balancing, system dynamics
- Ability to translate engineering requirements into functional mechanical solutions
- Experience ( Good to have)
- Experience building gimbals, camera stabilizers, robotics, or drone payloads.
- Deep understanding of lightweight, high-strength material selection (e.g., aerospace-grade aluminum, magnesium alloys, CFRP/composites) for weight-constrained systems.
- Experience with vibration damping and stabilization for motion systems
- Familiarity with weather-sealing and IP-rated enclosure design
- Understanding of camera modules, cable routing, PCB mounting, and thermal dissipation.
- Soft Skills
- Strong problem-solving ability
- Detail-oriented and quality-focused mindset
- Independent contributor with strong ownership
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Why Join Us
- Exposure to cutting-edge technologies like neuromorphic processing and multimodal AI payloads.
- Competitive compensation aligned with deep-tech talent market
- Paid annual leave and sick leave policy
- Health & medical insurance coverage
- Flexible work timings while maintaining onsite presence
- Access to state-of-the-art labs and testing equipment
- Opportunity to work closely with founders and core engineering leadership
- Merit-based growth and accelerated learning curve
- Strong ownership of product areas and decision-making autonomy
- Exposure to cutting-edge robotics, autonomy, and defence-grade hardware developments
- A collaborative, intellectually stimulating environment driven by innovation
- Onsite access to lab resources and rapid prototyping environment
- Work on deep-tech systems at the intersection of robotics, AI, and aerospace
- Opportunity to grow into senior or specialist technical roles
- Meaningful work with real-world impact in national security and advanced robotics.
How to Apply
- Your updated resume
- Portfolio or sample of mechanical design work (if available)
- Brief note on your relevant experience Subject line: Application – Mechanical Design Engineer (Pune)
Skills: prototyping,catia,structural,robotics,electromechanical systems,mechanical design,design,aerospace
