Skytex Unmanned Aerial Solutions

Senior Engineer - Electronics Manufacturing Process

Bengaluru, KA, IN

10 days ago
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Summary

About Us

Skat Vyom Pvt Ltd is a pioneering UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle) manufacturing plant based in Bengaluru, India, committed to transforming the UAV industry with cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions. Backed by robust funding, we’re rapidly advancing towards our vision of “Make in India for the World,” creating UAVs that blend precision engineering, advanced software, and future-ready technology. With a passionate team of engineers, designers, and industry experts, we are dedicated to delivering world-class UAVs that meet the highest standards in performance, reliability, and safety.

Our success is driven by our people. We foster a diverse, inclusive culture that values openness, collaboration, and innovation. Empowering our team to take ownership and embrace growth, we aim to create a dynamic environment that sets us apart and achieves excellence.

Role Objective

We are seeking a highly skilled Electronics Manufacturing Process Engineer to join our UAV manufacturing team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing, optimizing, and maintaining electronic manufacturing processes to ensure high-quality production, efficiency, and compliance with industry standards. The role involves working closely with design, production, and quality teams to implement best practices in electronics assembly, testing, and troubleshooting.

Key Responsibilities

Process Development & Optimization: Develop, implement, and refine PCB assembly, soldering, SMT, and through-hole manufacturing processes to meet high-reliability aerospace and defense standards.

Manufacturing Support: Provide hands-on support for the assembly and testing of electronic sub-systems used in UAVs. Ensure process stability, repeatability, and defect reduction.

Wiring Harness Assembly & Integration: Design, develop, and optimize wiring harness assembly, routing, and termination processes ensuring compliance with aerospace standards. Work on crimping, splicing, shielding, and testing methodologies for UAV applications.

Quality & Compliance: Ensure compliance with IPC-A-610, IPC-A-620, AS9100, MIL-STD (preferred), and other relevant aerospace industry standards. Work with the quality team to conduct root cause analysis and corrective actions

Component Selection & BOM Optimization: Assist in optimizing electronic components selection, ensuring availability, cost-effectiveness, and manufacturability.

Failure Analysis & Troubleshooting: Investigate manufacturing defects, work on continuous improvement, and provide recommendations for yield enhancement.

Supplier & Vendor Coordination: Work closely with suppliers for PCB fabrication, component sourcing, and contract manufacturing. Ensure vendor compliance with UAV and defense manufacturing standards.

Documentation & SOPs: Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and process documentation for electronics manufacturing operations.

New Product Introduction (NPI): Lead the transition of new electronic designs from prototyping to full-scale production, ensuring smooth ramp-up and scalability.

Experience And Education Requirements

Education: Bachelor's or master’s degree in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

Experience: 5+ years of experience in electronics manufacturing, process engineering, or PCB assembly in aerospace, defense, or high-reliability electronics industries.

Strong knowledge of PCB fabrication, assembly techniques, rework procedures, and failure analysis.

Hands-on experience with SMT

Experience with wiring harness manufacturing, crimping, soldering, and aerospace-grade cable assembly.

Familiarity with embedded electronics, power electronics, RF electronics, and avionics systems is a plus.

Experience with ERP/MRP systems, lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and process improvement methodologies.

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Preferred Certifications

IPC-A-610 / J-STD-001 (Electronics Assembly) Certification.

IPC/WHMA-A-620 (Wiring Harness And Cable Assembly) Certification (Preferred).

Six Sigma Green/Black Belt (Preferred).

AS9100 / Aerospace Quality Standards knowledge

Working Conditions

  • Full-time position based in Bangalore, India, with occasional evening or weekend work.
  • May require travel to customer sites or other company locations.

Salary And Benefits

  • Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
  • Health insurance.
  • Paid time off and holidays.
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth.

Application Process

To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter outlining your qualifications and experience as they relate to this position

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