UAV Integration Engineer (Intern)

Company Description

Aerial IQ is an aerospace solutions provider specializing in unmanned aerial systems (UAS). Our mission is to design and develop innovative, indigenous systems that leverage emerging technologies to shape the future of aerospace. With a commitment to innovation, we aim to lead the UAS industry by developing high-quality products tailored to modern challenges. Our flagship product, 'Aviral,' is a tethered drone crafted from years of expertise and a deep passion for advancing aerospace solutions.

Role Description

This is an on-site internship role for a UAV Integration Engineer, located in Gurugram. As an intern, you will assist in integrating UAV systems, supporting software development, troubleshooting technical issues, and contributing to system engineering tasks. You will also collaborate with teams to prototype, test, and refine UAV components and ensure their seamless functionality. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic and innovative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist in drone assembly (frame integration, motors, ESC, flight controller, GPS, power module, wiring harness).

Perform soldering, connector crimping, and cable routing as per electrical and mechanical design standards.

Support BLDC motor testing, propeller balancing, and thrust stand performance validation.

Assist in battery installation, charging, storage handling, and health monitoring (voltage, IR, cycle count).

Conduct pre-flight and post-assembly inspection using standardised QC checklists.

Support firmware flashing and basic flight controller configuration (PID setup, calibration, sensor checks).

Maintain quality control (QC) reports and test data in Excel sheets.

Identify and report faulty/damaged components during assembly and testing.

Assist in drone repair and servicing (motor replacement, ESC diagnostics, arm replacement, wiring repair).

Support production documentation and inventory tracking.

Skills Required:

Basic knowledge of electronics and UAV components

Understanding of BLDC motors, ESCs, LiPo batteries, and power distribution systems

Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams

Basic Excel knowledge for reporting and documentation

Good mechanical assembly and hand tool handling skills

Knowledge of flight controllers (Pixhawk/Ardupilot/Betaflight) is a plus

Understanding of safety procedures for LiPo batteries

Eligibility Criteria:

• Diploma / B.Tech / B.E. in Mechanical, Electronics, Mechatronics, Aerospace, or related field
• Final year students or recent graduates preferred
• Passion for UAVs and drone technology