Technician (Electrical or Electronics)

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Company Description

Drones Tech Lab™ is a pioneer in drone manufacturing, drone pilot training, drone forensics and executes drone-as-a-service projects such as mapping, surveillance, agriculture, and more using unmanned aircraft systems. Our customized geospatial solutions deliver speed, accuracy, innovation, and reliability. With a team of domain experts and engineers, we develop and deploy cutting-edge drone platforms and solutions tailored for mission-critical operations across India.

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Technician – Electrical or Electronics (ITI) with a strong foundation in electrical or electronics systems for UAVs, particularly UAV platforms. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in assembling, maintaining, and troubleshooting electronic and electrical subsystems. You will play a critical role in ensuring the reliability and readiness of UAV systems for field deployments and operational missions.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical wiring, crimping, soldering, and harness assembly for fixed-wing UAVs.
• Install, test, and troubleshoot components such as ESCs, power modules, batteries, servos, and telemetry units.
• Execute ground testing procedures including continuity checks and system power-up validation.
• Coordinate with avionics, software, and mechanical teams to ensure seamless system integration.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and system layout drawings.
• Conduct both preventive and corrective maintenance of electrical subsystems.
• Support field activities including pre-flight checks, launch, recovery, and electrical diagnostics.
• Maintain high standards of safety, documentation, and workmanship.

Qualifications

• ITI in Electrical or Electronics (mandatory).
• Minimum 2 years of experience in UAV or aircraft electrical systems.
• Proficient in using electrical hand tools (e.g., soldering iron, crimpers, multimeter).
• Strong understanding of battery systems, servo wiring, power distribution, and ESCs.
• Familiarity with UART, I2C, and SPI communication protocols.
• Ability to read and work from wiring schematics and technical documents.
• Awareness of safety practices in electrical maintenance and UAV operations.
• Solid troubleshooting and fault diagnosis skills, especially during field ops.

Desirable Skills & Interests

• Experience in UAV integration and flight trials.
• Familiarity with RC transmitters, telemetry units, and GCS tools like QGroundControl or Mission Planner.
• Passion for aviation, UAVs, and emerging drone technologies.
• Willingness to travel and support mission deployments in remote or challenging environments.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Skill development in next-gen drone systems
• Hands-on training with field UAVs
• Exposure to mission-critical aerospace projects
• Travel allowance for field missions

Join Our Team

If you are passionate about working with UAVs and looking for an opportunity to contribute to real-world drone missions, we encourage you to apply. Become a key part of Drones Tech Lab’s expanding fixed-wing operations team.