Technical Director – Combat Jet & Cryogenic Engines Division

Scope of Work

As Technical Director, you will oversee the complete lifecycle of propulsion programs involving next-generation combat jet engines and cryogenic rocket engines. You will work at the intersection of R&D, strategic planning, and execution, directly influencing national defense and space propulsion capabilities. You will be responsible for defining technical direction, mentoring multi-disciplinary teams, and ensuring program compliance with timelines, budgets, and mission objectives.

Nature of Work

• Lead and manage core engineering teams across turbomachinery, combustion, materials, and control systems
• Guide development and testing of gas turbine and cryogenic systems, from concept to production
• Coordinate with defense and space agencies, certification authorities, and strategic partners
• Drive innovation in FADEC, modular architectures, digital twins, and AI-driven diagnostics
• Mentor project leaders, review critical designs, and chair milestone reviews (PDR, CDR, QSRs)
• Build roadmaps for export-compliant, dual-use propulsion products
• Oversee vendor evaluation, testing strategy, and in-house test infrastructure development

Job Requirements

• B.E./B.Tech with M.E./M.Tech or Ph.D. in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Propulsion Engineering
• 15+ years of relevant experience in jet engine or cryogenic propulsion development (military or ISRO programs preferred)
• Strong understanding of thermodynamics, turbomachinery design, materials, and combustion science
• Hands-on experience in design reviews, failure investigations, and engine qualification processes
• Exposure to program management tools, TRL assessment, and system-level integration
• Ability to handle confidential strategic technologies and dual-use product compliance
• Demonstrated leadership in managing cross-functional teams and vendor ecosystems

Eligibility

• Indian nationals with eligibility for defense technology access
• Preference for individuals with DRDO, GTRE, ISRO, or private-sector propulsion program leadership
• Patent holders or published authors in propulsion technologies are encouraged to apply