Junior Engineer Embedded Sytems

Job Description Embedded Engineer

Job Title: Junior Embedded Engineer, Avionics, Grade-I3

Department / Team: R&D Mobility Solutions (Avionics)

Location: Marathahalli, Bangaluru, Karnataka (sometimes person need to travel to proto hangar, KIADB, Devanahalli). On requirement, Work from home facility may be given.

Job Type: Full time

About the Company:

ideaForge is a leading pioneer in India’s Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) market with widespread deployment across the country.

Its drones support surveillance and mapping, with one UAV taking off every five minutes on average. Ranked 3rd globally in dual-use drone manufacturing (civil and defense), it has enabled over 8,50,000 successful flights. With strong in-house design and innovation, it delivers reliable, mission-focused UAV solutions tailored to customer needs.

Role Overview (Job Summary)

An Embedded Engineer in the Avionics team responsible for developing and integrating communication systems such as CAN, RS-485, UART, RS-232 bus for propulsion and avionics components. The role involves system integration, testing, debugging, and ensuring reliable communication between different systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement CAN bus interface for ESCs and avionics systems such as mission computer, autopilot, LiDARs, GNSS, ADS-B, SATCOM etc.
• Support GUI development by interpreting CAN, RS-485, UART, RS-232 data and signals.
• Integrate ESC with motor systems and ensure smooth communication.
• Set up and test propulsion systems on thrust rigs.
• Develop and configure CAN, RS-485, UART, RS-232 communication for avionics components.
• Understand and support avionics system architecture.
• Debug and validate CAN, RS-485, UART, RS-232 communication to ensure reliability.
• Understand and support other communication protocols like UART, SPI, I2C and Ethernet.
  
  

• Good understanding of CAN protocol and related tools.
• Experience in debugging communication systems.
• Basic knowledge of embedded systems and avionics.
• Programming language skills in Python, C / C++ / Rust.
• Understanding of communication protocols like UART, SPI, RS232, RS485 and Ethernet.
• Ability to integrate the avionics systems on aircraft and test systems.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to read and understand technical data (like DBC files).
• Medium level of knowledge on MS office tools such as word, excel and power point.
  
  

• Bachelor’s degree in one of the following:
• Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE) / Electrical Engineering / Embedded Systems or related field.
• 0–3 years of experience in Embedded systems, Avionics / automotive communication systems (preferred but not mandatory).
  
  

• Basic understanding of avionics systems and architecture
• Hands-on experience with CAN tools (e.g., CANalyzer, CANoe or similar)
• Familiarity with motor controllers and ESC integration
• Experience working with test setups or hardware rigs (like thrust rigs)
• Exposure to real-time data monitoring and GUI tools
• Knowledge of DBC file interpretation and CAN signal mapping
• Experience in embedded software development and debugging
• Good documentation skills for system design and communication interfaces
  
  

• Strong problem-solving ability and logical thinking
• Good communication skills (verbal and written)
• Ability to work in a team and collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Attention to detail while working on technical systems
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new technologies
• Good time management and ability to meet deadlines
• Analytical thinking for debugging and system understanding
• Ability to handle pressure and work in a fast-paced environment
• Proactive attitude and ownership of assigned tasks
• Basic documentation and reporting skills