SOURCE: AFI
The Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE), an integral part of India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), currently boasts a workforce of 227 employees dedicated to the advancement of gas turbine technology. With the ambitious Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) engine program on the horizon, GTRE is preparing for a significant recruitment push.
The AMCA project, central to India’s fifth-generation fighter jet aspirations, has been a focal point for technological self-reliance in aerospace engineering. GTRE’s role in this project is to develop an indigenous high-thrust engine, which is expected to be a collaboration with a foreign contractor. The specifics of this collaboration are still under negotiation, but the anticipation is high, with potential partners including global giants like Safran, Rolls-Royce, and General Electric.
Once the deal with a foreign contractor is finalized, GTRE plans to significantly increase its staff to meet the demands of the AMCA engine program. This recruitment drive is not just about numbers but also about bringing in specialized talent in areas such as materials science, aerodynamics, control systems, and manufacturing processes. The aim is to build a team capable of not only co-developing but also scaling up production and ensuring the long-term maintenance of these sophisticated engines.
Recruiting engineers and scientists with expertise in cutting-edge gas turbine technology, particularly those with experience in high-thrust engine development. Investing in training programs to upskill existing staff and new recruits on the latest in aerospace engineering, with a focus on the unique challenges posed by the AMCA’s engine requirements. : Parallel to human resource expansion, there’s an expected increase in infrastructural capabilities to support testing, prototyping, and production phases of the engine development.
This recruitment initiative reflects India’s broader push towards aerospace independence, reducing dependency on foreign technology in critical defence sectors. The AMCA engine, requiring around 110-130 kilonewtons of thrust, represents one of the most challenging projects GTRE has undertaken, aiming to match or exceed the capabilities of engines used in contemporary stealth fighters worldwide.
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