Project Associate (B.Tech) for the SSA project funded by ISTRAC–ISRO, Bengaluru
With reference to the Implementation Agreement between ISRO and ARIES for Refurbishment and Utilization of BNST at Manora Peak, Nainital, January 2024, one project engineer in Mechanical Engineering for a duration of 1 year (extendable, coterminous with the project) is required. The qualification, experience, remuneration, upper age limit and other guidelines shall be as per DST Norms (OM No. SR/S9/Z-05/2019 dated 10 July 2020) defined for Project Associate-I and Project Associate-II as applicable. The selected candidate will work on engineering aspects related to development, integration and testing of ground-based astronomical telescopes for Space Situational Awareness (SSA). The work will be managed by ARIES (as defined in MoU) and jointly reviewed by ARIES and ISRO members.
| S.No. | Position | No. of Post | Interview Date | Application Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Project Associate (Mechanical) | 01 | Recruitment Completed |
Job Profile:
1. One post for an engineer with a full-time Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Technology in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
Additional Requirements:
Role: CAD/CAM design, translation of CAD drawings into shop-floor manufacturing drawings, and FEM analysis.
Prior experience in CAD/CAM, FEM analysis, machining, fabrication, verification and assembly processes, and mechatronics design and development is desirable.
Description of the job and Responsibilities:
Design, fabrication, verification and assembly of components for telescope systems, sensors, and dome structures. Development of mount and mechatronics subsystems. Participation in night observations for tracking satellites and orbital debris. Interface with industries during project execution and visits to ISRO/ISTRAC/SSOM as required. Development and characterization of flexure and thermal models for telescope systems.
Terms and Conditions:
- Tenure: Initially for one (01) year (co-terminus with project).
- Monthly Emoluments:
| Position | Essential Qualification | Monthly Emoluments | Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Project Associate I | Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Technology in Mechanical Engineering or a related field |
Rs. 31,000 + HRA (with GATE/NET) Rs. 25,000 + HRA (without GATE/NET) |
35 |
| Project Associate II | Above + 2 years R&D experience |
Rs. 35,000 + HRA (with GATE/NET) Rs. 28,000 + HRA (without GATE/NET) |
35 |
Service conditions shall be governed as per the Institute’s norm & DST guidelines, as amended from time to time.
3. Termination: Director ARIES reserves the right to terminate the engagement/contract at any stage in case of impropriety, misconduct, breach of conditions, irregular attendance, or poor performance quality.
4. Posting: The selected candidate will be posted at ARIES, Nainital campus and will have to travel to Devasthal Observatory to perform observations with the telescope.
5. All other Terms & Conditions: Shall be governed as per the Institute norms.
6. List of required documents to be submitted online:
i) Valid Govt. issued photo ID
ii) Valid address proof
iii) Matriculation/Xth marksheet
iv) Degree certificates & marksheets
v) Work experience certificates
vi) Biodata/CV
Recruitment Status
The online interview for the above positions was conducted on 23 June 2026. The selection process has been completed. The results have been announced on the ARIES website and offer letters have been sent to the selected candidates through email.
Recruitment Result: View Result
Future openings under the Space Situational Awareness (SSA) programme will be published on the ARIES website as and when available.
For any queries regarding the recruitment process, please contact:
T. S. Kumar
Engineer, ARIES
Email: kumar@aries.res.in
