UAV Maintenance & Operations Technician

Role:UAV Maintenance & Operations Technician

Experience: 25 years

Location: Hyderabad

Job Summary

The UAV Maintenance & Operations Technician is responsible for the maintenance, repair, ground testing, and safe operation of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). The role supports daily flight operations, testing activities, and ensures all UAV systems remain airworthy and compliant with safety regulations.

About BluJ:

BluJ Aero is formed with the vision of making Aviation Simpler & Sustainable. We are working on cutting-edge Vertical Take-off and Landing (VTOL) technologies and aim to cut down travel time for cargo and humans significantly. We are looking for passionate and ambitious people to form our core foundation team.

Key Responsibilities

Perform routine, preventive, and corrective maintenance on UAVs.

Maintain batteries, including charging, storage, and health checks.

Diagnose and repair electrical, mechanical, and avionics-related faults.

Maintain maintenance logs and service records.

Conduct pre-flight and post-flight inspections.

Perform UAV flight operations as per approved SOPs.

Support test flights and operational missions.

Support in integration of sensors, cameras, and other payloads.

Maintain safe handling of batteries and electronic equipment.

Maintain flight logs, maintenance records, and test reports.

Required Qualifications

ITI / Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, or related field (Hands-on experience can substitute formal education)

Hands-on experience with UAV maintenance and operation.

Understanding of UAV subsystems, including:

Motors, ESCs, and propellers

Batteries and power systems

Flight controllers and onboard sensors

Batteries, power systems and chargers

Knowledge of fire safety practices, especially related to Li-ion / LiPo battery handling, charging, storage, and emergency response

Flight controllers and sensors

Ability to use basic tools and test equipment (multi meter, soldering tools, power supplies, etc).

What We Offer:

Flexible Working Hours and Remote Work Options.

Collaborative and Innovative Work Environment.

Opportunities for Professional Growth and Development.

A Culture that Values Diversity and Inclusion.

The role involves a combination of office work and on-site testing, potentially in various weather conditions. Some travel may be required for field testing and collaboration with partners or suppliers.

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

BluJ Aero is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity in our workforce and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.