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COMPANY PROFILE:ideaForge is the leader in industrial and surveillance UAV manufacturing in India with more than 50% market share. The organization was established in 2007 by IIT-Bombay alumni and is based out of Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra. ideaForge co-designed India’s first Surveillance quadrotor UAV, NETRA with the Defence Research Development Organization (DRDO) and is also responsible for engineering the then world’s lightest Autopilot.ideaForge develops completely indigenous technology for Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS). Our organization is the pioneer in the UAS segment in India and has multiple IPs to its credit. Our in-house R D, design, manufacturing, software, services, and training operations give us the flexibility to customize products for an array of requirements. We are continually innovating and experimenting to transform our aerial platforms to offer greater performance, higher reliability, and autonomy. At ideaForge, our principle behind everything we design, and build is creating an impact – making the world a better and safer place. With this principle as our cornerstone, we have developed UAVs with unmatched global specifications. With this philosophy, we have consistently helped Indian Defense, Paramilitary Police forces ensure the safety of our citizens and ultimately save precious lives. POSITION OVERVIEW: As Structures FEA Engineer, you will play a key role in designing, analysing, and optimizing complex structural components and systems for our innovative drones using finite element analysis techniques. The role involves collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the structural integrity, reliability, and performance of our drone products. JOB DESCRIPTION· Structural FEAPerform finite element analysis (FEA) to assess structural performance, strength, stability, safety, and life of drone components and systems.o Create and validate finite element models for various drone materials and geometries.o Analyze and interpret FEA results to provide insights into design improvements and optimization opportunities for drone structures.o Collaborate with drone design, manufacturing, and aerodynamics teams to integrate FEA into the drone development process.o Provide technical expertise and guidance to drone engineers to optimize components for weight, durability, and aerodynamic efficiency.o Identify and address potential failure modes and recommend design modifications based on FEA results.o Develop and implement simulation methodologies and best practices for structural analysis tailored to drone applications.o Stay current with industry trends and advancements in FEA techniques, tools, and software for drones.o Document analysis methodologies, results, and recommendations specific to drone structural performance.o Participate in drone design reviews and provide input based on FEA findings.· Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams to achieve project deliverables and deadlines.· Simulation Robustness: Always keep improving the simulation robustness keeping an eye on real life behavior and correlations· Methodology Development: Continuously enhance advanced analysis methodologies, tools, and processes to optimize product performance, reliability, and safety. Stay abreast of industry trends and advancements in analysis techniques.· Quality and Reliability: Follow and improve quality and reliability standards in Numerical Simulations towards accuracy of S A results.· Documentation: Maintain detailed documentation of Simulation Analysis reports, clearly explaining the observation with directions. Present the S A results in Review Meeting.· Stay Informed: Stay up-to-date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory changes related to UAV systems to ensure compliance and competitiveness.Industry Related Standard:Awareness of relevant international industry standards related to aerospace and aerodynamics, including but not limited to:o ASTM F3322-18: This standard provides guidelines for the design and manufacture of small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS), including considerations for structural integrity, materials, and safety.o MIL-HDBK-17: This handbook provides guidelines for polymer matrix composite materials, which are commonly used in lightweight drone structures. It covers topics like material properties, testing methods, and design considerations.o ISO 14955: This standard provides guidelines for conducting static and fatigue tests on composite materials. Given that drones often use composite materials for their structures, understanding these testing procedures is vital.o ARP4761: This aerospace recommended practice outlines the safety assessment process for civil airborne systems and equipment. While more focused on systems, it s relevant because drones are complex systems that integrate various components, including structures.o FAA Part 107 Regulations: While not a traditional industry standard, FAA Part 107 regulations outline the rules for operating small, unmanned aircraft systems (drones) for commercial purposes in the United States. Understanding these regulations is crucial for designing drones that meet legal and safety requirements.o Familiarity with worldwide standards like ISO 10209, ISO 13399, and ISO 14649 relevant to drone technology.o Knowledge of global structural analysis standards such as Eurocode, ASCE/SEI 7, and AISC 360 adapted for drone applications.o Proficiency in Indian standards including IS 800, IS 456, and IS 3370 adapted for drone structural design.SKILLS QUALIFICATIONS:· Master s/Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.· Strong background in finite element analysis theory and practical application.· Proficiency in FEA software such as ANSYS, Abaqus, Nastran, or similar tools.· Knowledge of drone materials, stress analysis, and failure mechanisms.· Experience in structural design principles and engineering standards for drones.· Effective communication and teamwork abilities.· Experience with CAD software for drone model preparation (SolidWorks, CATIA, etc.) is a plus.· Experience with programming/scripting languages (Python, MATLAB) for automation and customisation of drone analysis processes is a plus.DESIRED BEHAVIOURAL VALUES:· Commitment to common purpose and goals· Seating respect on the table· Displaying Integrity and Ethics· Taking Initiative and ownership with Accountabilities· Being Passionate about making a difference· Maintaining and managing interpersonal harmonious relationships Powered by Webbtree
