Role and Core Responsibilities
- UAV FMS: Developing and integrating FMS for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).
- Simulation and Modeling: Creating flight simulations to test FMS performance under various conditions.
- Ground Control Station (GCS) Integration: Integrating the FMS with the GCS for effective UAV control.
- Terrain Awareness and Warning Systems (TAWS): Developing and integrating TAWS into the FMS.
- FMS Design and Development: Designing and developing FMS for various aircraft platforms.
- System Integration: Integrating FMS with other aircraft systems like navigation, communication, and autopilot.
- Performance Optimization: Enhancing FMS performance through continuous improvement.
- Certification and Compliance: Ensuring FMS compliance with aviation regulations and standards.
- Flight Testing: Supporting flight test programs to evaluate FMS performance.
- Maintenance and Support: Providing technical support for FMS maintenance and troubleshooting.
Openings for Freshers and Experienced > YES
Companies (You can work here)
- Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) – Specializes in aircraft design and development, including flight control systems and avionics integration.
- Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) – Provides advanced avionics and flight management solutions for defense applications, including aircraft and missile systems.
- Larsen & Toubro (L&T) Defence – Develops and integrates various defense systems, including flight management systems for aircraft and other aerial platforms.
- Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) – Works on flight systems for space missions, which involves sophisticated flight management and control systems applicable to defense projects.
Subjects (Be familiar with these subjects)
- Flight Dynamics and Control Systems – Understanding the principles of flight dynamics, control systems, and how they interact to manage and control aircraft during different flight phases.
- Avionics and Flight Management Systems – Knowledge of avionics systems, including navigation, communication, and flight management systems (FMS), and their integration into aircraft platforms.
- Systems Engineering and Integration – Proficiency in systems engineering principles, including requirements analysis, system design, integration, and testing of complex flight management systems.
Software (Learn how to use these software)
- MATLAB/Simulink – For modeling, simulation, and analysis of flight systems, including control algorithms, flight dynamics, and performance evaluation.
- LabVIEW – For designing and managing flight systems test and measurement setups, including real-time data acquisition and control systems.
- Aerospace Simulation Software (e.g., FlightGear, X-Plane, or bespoke tools) – For flight simulation and performance testing of flight management systems, including scenario-based testing and validation.