MoD/DRDO Technical Reviewer – Combat Jet & Cryogenic Engines Division
Location: New Delhi or Bengaluru (with regular visits to Pune and partner facilities)
Scope of Work
This role is focused on the technical evaluation and strategic oversight of indigenous propulsion development programs, specifically single-shaft combat jet engines and cryogenic propulsion systems for national defense and aerospace platforms. The candidate will serve as a liaison between the Ministry of Defence/DRDO and the private industry-led R&D ecosystem, ensuring technical compliance, TRL advancement, and alignment with strategic goals under Aatmanirbhar Bharat and DPEPP 2020.
Nature of Work
- Reviewing design reports, simulation results, and validation plans for jet and cryogenic engine systems
- Auditing development milestones and assessing Technology Readiness Levels (TRLs)
- Evaluating FADEC integration, sensor fusion, and digital twin maturity
- Participating in engine testbed reviews, hot section inspections, and endurance test observations
- Recommending funding disbursal or milestone continuation based on performance KPIs
- Collaborating with airworthiness agencies (CEMILAC, DGAQA) for standard compliance
- Providing technical feedback on modularity, maintainability, and deployability of engine variants
Job Requirements
- Retired/serving officers from DRDO, GTRE, ADA, ISRO, or Indian Air Force with propulsion or aerospace systems background
- 15+ years of experience in engine development, qualification, or certification programs
- Exposure to mission-specific propulsion (e.g., afterburning turbofans, cryogenic upper stages)
- Sound understanding of lifecycle cost evaluation, risk management, and test protocols
- Knowledge of military propulsion standards (e.g., MIL-STD, AS9100) and certification frameworks
- Experience in working with indigenous defense startups or MSMEs is a plus
Eligibility
- Indian citizen with active or retired government security clearance
- Physically fit and able to visit partner sites and manufacturing facilities as needed
- Integrity, discretion, and commitment to strategic national interests