UAV Solutions Engineer
Job Code: AVI - 907
Job Description
Hiring: Drone Solutions Engineer Location: Noida Experience: 0-2 years Employment Type: Full-time About the Role We are looking for an entry-level Drone Solutions Engineer to translate customer requirements into technically sound and commercially viable UAV solutions. You will support defence tender opportunities from RFP analysis through proposal submission, working closely with engineering, operations, business development and technology partners. This role is ideal for a fresh engineer interested in drones, systems engineering, technical proposals and defence technology. Key Responsibilities Pre-Sales and Opportunity Assessment • Analyze RFPs, RFIs and customer inputs to identify technical, commercial and eligibility requirements. • Work with engineering to define UAV solution architecture. • Coordinate with internal teams on scope, timelines and responsibilities. • Support bid/no-bid recommendations. Techno-Commercial Proposals • Prepare Bills of Materials (BOMs) and cost estimates with engineering teams and vendors. • Develop technical and commercial proposals, including solution details, costs and delivery timelines. • Prepare compliance matrices and track submission deadlines. Technology Partnerships • Identify vendors for UAV payloads, communication systems and subsystems. • Collect and evaluate technical datasheets and quotations. • Support vendor onboarding, initial technical discussions and pricing. • Maintain an updated vendor and subsystem database. Required Qualifications and Skills • B.E./B.Tech or Diploma in Aerospace, Aeronautical, Mechanical, Electronics or a related discipline. • Freshers and candidates with 0-2 years of experience are welcome. • Basic understanding of UAV airframes, propulsion, flight controllers, payloads, datalinks and ground control stations. • Proficiency in MS Excel and Word for BOMs, costing and documentation. • Ability to read datasheets and compare technical specifications. • Strong technical writing, analytical and coordination skills. • Organized approach to tracking tasks, deadlines and vendor follow-ups. Good to Have • UAV or drone project, internship or competition experience. • Exposure to defence technology solutions or technical pre-sales. • Awareness of Indian defence procurement processes, including RFPs, TEC, trials and DAP. • Familiarity with project tracking tools. What We Offer • Direct exposure to defence UAV tender opportunities. • Mentorship from experienced pre-sales professionals. • Collaboration across engineering, business development, operations and external partners. • Career growth opportunities toward Senior Solutions Engineer or Bid Manager roles. Note: Aviation Indeed does not charge any recruitment fee. Report such suspicious activity at info@aviationindeed.com