Technical Expert – Avionics Validation & DO-160G Qualification Testing

Company Description

Bosch Global Software Technologies Private Limited is a 100% owned subsidiary of Robert Bosch GmbH, one of the world's leading global supplier of technology and services, offering end-to-end Engineering, IT and Business Solutions. With over 27,000+ associates, it’s the largest software development center of Bosch, outside Germany, indicating that it is the Technology Powerhouse of Bosch in India with a global footprint and presence in the US, Europe and the Asia Pacific region.

Job Description

Lead and execute RTCA DO-160G qualification and compliance testing for avionics and airborne electronic equipment. The role combines deep expertise in environmental, EMC, electrical, and reliability validation with customer-facing technical leadership to support aerospace product certification, qualification, and regulatory compliance programs.

The candidate will act as a subject matter expert for avionics validation activities, engage with aerospace customers, define validation strategies, execute qualification campaigns, troubleshoot failures, and support certification ready documentation.

Key Responsibilities

1. Avionics Validation & Qualification Testing

Test Planning & Compliance

Interpret customer, regulatory, certification and test plan requirements and translate them into measurement protocols

Hands-on Testing

Execute and supervise testing related to:

• EMI EMC and Environmental tests

Analysis & Reporting

• Prepare test reports
• Drive first-pass success through robust validation planning.

2. Customer Engagement & Technical Solutioning

Technical Consulting

• Work directly with aerospace OEMs, Tier-1 suppliers, and certification agencies.
• Support technical discussions during RFQs, proposals, and project kick-offs.
• Develop Statements of Work (SoW), effort estimates, schedules, and quotations.

3. Laboratory Excellence & Capability Development

Test Infrastructure

• Define and improve avionics test capabilities.
• Optimize test throughput, repeatability, and measurement accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with quality systems and accreditation requirements.

Process Improvement

• Standardize test methods and reporting formats.
• Develop automation solutions for repeatable test execution.
• Contribute to laboratory expansion and aerospace capability development.

Required Qualifications

Education

• B.E. / B.Tech in:
  • Electronics & Communication Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Aerospace Engineering

Experience

• 3-6 years of experience in avionics validation, EMC testing, environmental testing, or aerospace qualification engineering.
• Minimum 2 years of hands-on RTCA DO-160G testing experience.
• Experience working with aerospace OEMs, avionics suppliers, or accredited test laboratories.

Technical Skills

Mandatory

• Strong understanding of RTCA DO-160G requirements.
• Knowledge of avionics architectures and airborne electronic systems.
• Experience in environmental and EMC qualification testing.
• Familiarity with aerospace compliance documentation.
• Test planning, execution, failure analysis, and reporting expertise.

Preferred Standards Knowledge

• DO-160G
• DO-178C
• DO-254
• ARP4754A
• ARP4761
• MIL-STD-461
• MIL-STD-464
• AS9100
• IEC 61000 Series

Tools & Equipment

Hands-on experience with:

• EMI Receivers
• Spectrum Analyzers
• Signal Generators
• RF Power Amplifiers
• LISNs
• Current Probes
• EMC Antennas
• Environmental Chambers
• Vibration Shakers
• Data Acquisition Systems
• Oscilloscopes
• LabVIEW
• Python-based Test Automation

Core Competencies

Technical Leadership

• Aerospace validation expertise
• EMC troubleshooting and diagnostics
• Environmental qualification strategy
• Certification readiness

Commercial Acumen

• Customer engagement
• Technical proposal preparation
• Effort estimation and quotation support
• Technical consulting

Communication

• Customer presentations
• Technical report writing
• Executive-level communication
• Stakeholder management

Problem Solving

• Root cause analysis
• Design validation
• Risk assessment
• Continuous improvement

Preferred Industry Background

Candidates with experience in:

• Commercial Aviation
• Defense & Military Aerospace
• UAV / Drone Systems
• Space Electronics
• Aircraft Power Systems
• Flight Control Systems
• Aerospace Communication Systems

Position Level

Technical Expert / Senior Validation Engineer

Location: Bengaluru

 

 

Qualifications

BE / B-tech

Additional Information

8 - 10 year