Mechanical Engineer - Design and Development

🛡 Hiring | Mechanical Engineer – Design and Development

📍 HUBLI, Karnataka

🏢 Astr Defence Pvt. Ltd. www.astrdefence.com

Astr Defence is a deep-tech defence startup developing indigenous small arms, launchers, fire-control systems, thermal imaging solutions, and counter-UAV technologies for the Indian Armed Forces.

We are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer (2–8 years) to work on mission-critical, rugged hardware built to MIL & Indian defence standards.

🔧 Role Highlights:

  • End-to-end mechanical design of small arms & fire-control units
  • Precision rugged housing design (shock, vibration, thermal, recoil loads)
  • Design and optimize components specifically for precision machining processes (VMC, CNC turning, grinding, boring, honing)
  • Define machining-friendly tolerances and fits aligned with process capabilities (micron-level where required)
  • Validate designs before release to ensure first-time-right manufacturing
  • Drive improvements in surface finish, dimensional accuracy, and repeatability .
  • Structural & thermal analysis (FEA)
  • Prototyping, testing & design iteration
  • Exposure to advanced machining challenges and real-world constraints
  • Defence compliance (MIL-STD / JSS / GSQR)
  • Cross-functional work with AI/ML, electronics & optics teams
🎯 Ideal Candidate:
  • Strong in machine design, GD&T, tolerances
  • Proficient in SolidWorks / Fusion 360.
  • Experience in precision machining & rugged products
  • Strong exposure to precision machining: VMC, CNC turning, grinding, jig boring, honing
  • Good understanding of GD&T, tolerance stack-up, fits, and surface finish (Ra values)
  • Defence/aerospace background preferred
  • Passion for indigenous defence technology
Work Environment
  • Defence R&D & manufacturing setup
  • Discipline-oriented & process-driven
  • Rural plant location (bus facility provided from Hubli city to factory)
  • Timings – 9am to 6.30pm (Monday to Saturday) Sunday holiday.
🚀 Work on frontline systems. 🔒 Confidential & security-compliant role.

📩 Interested candidates may share through career@astrdefence.com

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