VUDHYA DHRUVA
Design Lead Engineer
Hyderabad
Summary
M.Tech Aerospace Engineering student specializing in guided missiles, currently engaged in experimental research on combustion stability as a Project Intern at DRDL. Serving as Design Lead at Vayudhwajai-m Aerospace, driving innovation in fixed-wing UAVs for medical and cargo transport from concept to near-prototype stages. A dedicated engineer committed to addressing complex aerospace challenges through hands-on experimentation, system design, and advanced analytical techniques. Eager to leverage technical expertise and an innovative mindset to contribute to cutting-edge aerospace projects.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Project Intern
Defence Research and Development Laboratory
07.2025 - Current
- Assisting in the fabrication and assembly of pyro pulser components for a high-pressure, experimental T-burner.
- Coordinating with multiple internal departments to ensure the timely procurement and fabrication of all necessary test components.
- Preparing the test apparatus for upcoming hydro testing to validate its structural integrity and safety.
- Tasked with executing future pulser tests to acquire acoustic data from the T-burner under various conditions.
- Responsible for the final project goal of analyzing experimental data to determine the system's response function for combustion stability studies.
Design Lead
Vayudhwajai-m Aerospace Private Limited
07.2024 - Current
- Led the design and modeling of a fixed-wing UAV for medical purposes. Developed detailed CAD models and design specifications to meet performance and safety requirements for medical supply delivery.
- Guided a team of engineers in the design and modeling of a tandem-wing UAV for cargo transport. Provided technical guidance, ensuring the design met payload capacity and flight stability requirements.
- Currently compiling technical documentation, including CAD models, design specifications, and engineering drawings, to support future patent applications for both the medical and cargo UAV designs.
RC Aircraft Design Intern
Feynman Aerospace
09.2023 - 10.2023
- Assisted in the design and analysis of RC aircraft components using CAD software.
- Conducted performance testing and data analysis to evaluate design effectiveness.
RC Aircraft Design Trainee
Feynman Aerospace
08.2023 - 09.2023
- Learned fundamental principles of RC aircraft design, aerodynamics, and structural analysis.
- Supported senior engineers in design modifications.
Education
M.Tech - Aerospace Engineering (Guided Missiles)
Defence Institute of Advanced Technology (DU, DRDO)
Pune, Maharashtra06.2026
B.Tech - Aeronautical Engineering
Malla Reddy College of Engineering and Technology
Hyderabad, Telangana04.2023
Skills
Technical Skills
Design & Analysis
- Requirement Analysis
- System Design (UAV & Propulsion)
- Performance Testing & Data Analysis
- Material Selection & Analysis
- Aerodynamics Analysis
- Combustion & Thermochemical Analysis
Software
- CAD: SolidWorks, CATIA, AutoCAD
- Simulation: Ansys Fluent (CFD), MATLAB, NASA CEA, XFLR5
Professional Skills
- Project Management
- Leadership
Certification
Advanced Solid and Surface Modeling - LearnSOLIDWORKS.com (Issued Jun 2024)
Timeline
Project Intern
Defence Research and Development Laboratory
07.2025 - Current
Design Lead
Vayudhwajai-m Aerospace Private Limited
07.2024 - Current
RC Aircraft Design Intern
Feynman Aerospace
09.2023 - 10.2023
RC Aircraft Design Trainee
Feynman Aerospace
08.2023 - 09.2023
B.Tech - Aeronautical Engineering
Malla Reddy College of Engineering and Technology
M.Tech - Aerospace Engineering (Guided Missiles)
Defence Institute of Advanced Technology (DU, DRDO)
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