Powertrain and Energy Systems Engineer
Sarla Aviation
Software Engineering
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Posted on Jan 20, 2026
About Sarla Aviation:
Sarla Aviation is at the forefront of revolutionizing urban air mobility with its cutting-edge eVTOL (electric Vertical Take-off and Landing) aircraft featuring innovative tilt-rotor technology. Sarla Aviation, a pioneer in the development of sustainable, efficient, and safe air transportation systems, is dedicated to influencing the future of aviation.
About the Role:
We are seeking an Energy and Powertrain Systems Engineer responsible for aircraft- and system-level development of battery systems (cells, packs, BMS) and electric propulsion systems (motors, motor controllers/inverters), including their interfaces with power distribution, flight controls, and avionics, across the full lifecycle from requirements and architecture through integration, verification, and certification in close collaboration with cross-functional teams.
Key Responsibilities:
- Define and manage aircraft- and system-level requirements and architectures for battery and electric propulsion systems in alignment with performance, safety, and certification objectives.
- Decompose and allocate requirements across batteries, BMS, motors, inverters, and power distribution interfaces.
- Develop and maintain powertrain system architectures, operating concepts, and Interface Control Documents (ICDs).
- Contribute to system trade studies covering efficiency, weight, thermal margins, redundancy, and fault tolerance.
- Coordinate cross-functionally to ensure integrated, compliant implementation and aircraft-level integration.
- Participate in design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR), manage system risks, and ensure end-to-end traceability across the development lifecycle.
Typical Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical, Aerospace, Mechanical, or related engineering disciplines.
- Experience in systems engineering or integration of electric powertrain or energy systems in safety-critical domains.
- Working knowledge of battery systems, electric propulsion architectures, and requirements-driven V-model development.
- Strong analytical, documentation, and cross-functional coordination skills, with the ability to perform in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Skills and Experience:
- Experience with battery systems (BMS, thermal, safety) and electric propulsion systems (motors, inverters, power electronics).
- Familiarity with aerospace systems engineering standards and airworthiness processes (e.g., ARP4754B, FAA/EASA/DGCA).
- Exposure to MBSE, system modeling, or requirements management tools (e.g., Polarion, MATLAB/Simulink).
- Strong communication skills for effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, suppliers, leadership, and certification authorities.
Why Join Us?
Be a part of a world-class team in an environment where your work directly contributes to shaping the future of urban air mobility.
Thrive in our culture of diversity, inclusion, and innovation, where your unique perspectives and ideas are valued.
Enjoy a competitive compensation package, with opportunities for growth and development in a rapidly evolving industry.
Sarla Aviation is dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive workspace, championing equality and empowering every individual. We believe that our strength lies in our differences, not just our similarities. Therefore, we warmly welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, gender, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age. Join us at Sarla Aviation, where your unique background and perspective are not just welcomed—they are celebrated.