Ammunitions and Fuses Engineer

Preferred Experience

5–7 years of experience in payload systems / UAV integration

Strong understanding of system interfaces (mechanical/electrical)

Experience with environmental stress screening (ESS) and survivability testing

Familiarity with aerospace safety procedures and compliance frameworks

Exposure to UAV mission payloads and operational testing

Compliance Awareness: Familiarity with aerospace standards (AS9100D, MIL-STD, DO-160)

Reliability Engineering: Experience in survivability assessments and redundancy strategies

Innovation: Exposure to emerging payload technologies (smart fuses, modular payload bays)

Leadership: Ability to mentor junior engineers and lead supplier/vendor discussions

Required Skill Sets & Tools

• CAD Tools: SolidWorks, Siemens NX (mechanical/electrical interface layouts)
• Analysis Tools: MATLAB (data analysis and modelling)
• Documentation: ICDs, SOPs, and compliance reports

Qualifications

Bachelor’s / Master’s in Aerospace / Mechanical / Electronics Engineering

Key Responsibility Areas

• Payload Procurement & Evaluation
• Oversee procurement and evaluation of COTS payload systems
• Compile and compare vendor specifications and datasheets
• System Interfaces
• Develop and review Interface Control Documents (ICDs) for mechanical and electrical integration
• Ensure compatibility with UAV subsystems
• Environmental & Survivability Testing
• Review payload compatibility with shock, vibration (ESS), and environmental constraints
• Plan and execute ground and integration testing campaigns
• Safety & Reliability
• Define safe handling and operational SOPs
• Perform FMECA (Failure Modes, Effects, and Criticality Analysis) for deployment and activation sequences
• Test & Range Operations
• Coordinate test range operations (non-hazardous systems)
• Validate payload performance under mission conditions