UAV Systems Engineer – Communication & RF Systems

Company Description

BonV is a pioneering deep-tech company in the aerospace and aviation sector, redefining logistics across challenging terrains and remote border areas.

We enable carbon-free smart aerial mobility with our eVTOL vehicle, ensuring safety, speed, and precise navigation. Our solutions offer end-to-end aerial cargo transportation, meeting the on-time demands of deployed formations.

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We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Systems Engineer specializing in UAV Communication Systems to lead and innovate in the design, integration, and optimization of secure, long-range, and robust UAV communication architectures. The ideal candidate will have hands-on industry experience with wireless communication, RF systems, satellite communication, and electronic warfare (EW) survivability, including anti-jamming and anti-spoofing techniques. They will contribute to mission-critical communication reliability in tactical and harsh environments, with a deep understanding of both hardware and embedded systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, integration, and validation of UAV communication systems including telemetry, command & control (C2), video transmission, and datalinks.
• Architect robust, redundant, and secure long-range communication links for UAV platforms (20+ km).
• Design solutions that are resilient to electronic warfare (EW) threats, including jamming, spoofing, and interception.
• Evaluate and integrate RF modules, SDRs (Software Defined Radios), and satellite communication systems (e.g., IRNSS/GAGAN, GPS/GNSS with NavIC compatibility).
• Work closely with avionics and embedded systems teams to integrate RF solutions with onboard computing and electronic boards.
• Lead component selection down to chip-level analysis and RF chain optimization, including filters, power amplifiers, LNA, mixers, etc.
• Develop and validate antenna systems, including selection, placement, orientation, and diversity (MIMO, beamforming, etc.).
• Collaborate with mechanical and design teams to ensure EMI/EMC standards and mechanical integration.
• Guide and review embedded software development related to communication protocols (e.g., MAVLink, TCP/IP over RF, custom RF stack).
• Contribute to flight test planning, RF range validation, spectrum monitoring, and field trials.
• Stay updated on the latest industry standards, MIL specs, EW trends, and communication security protocols.

Required Qualification & Skills:

• B.Tech/M.Tech in Electronics, Communications, Aerospace, or related fields with 8+ years' experience in wireless communication systems (UAV/aerospace/defence/satellite).
• Strong expertise in RF circuit design, RFICs, system-level communication architecture, anti-jamming/anti-spoofing techniques, directional antennas, and FHSS.
• Hands-on experience with UAV communication modules (Microhard, Silvus, Doodle Labs, Honeywell, etc.) and embedded systems (STM32, PX4/Cube) with proficiency in C/C++ and basic Linux.
• Solid understanding of EMI/EMC requirements, grounding/shielding, antenna design/selection, radiation patterns, and RF propagation modelling.
• Familiarity with EW threat scenarios, secure communication protocols, and regulatory standards (DGCA, ITU, MIL-STD).
• Experience with simulation and engineering tools such as MATLAB, CST, HFSS, or LabVIEW, plus exposure to drone flight testing, telemetry, and data logging.

Employee Benefits:

• Competitive salary package
• Free health insurance
• Complimentary lunch, snacks, and beverages
• Letter of Recommendation for outstanding contributors
• Supportive, innovation-driven workplace culture

BonV Aero is an equal opportunity employer. We look forward to welcoming enthusiastic individuals

eager to contribute to a growing and dynamic environment.

Join BonV Technology and be part of a team that is shaping the future of aerial technology. Apply now to contribute your expertise and passion to our innovative journey.