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Launch Your Potential
In July 2026, Vikram-1 became the first privately built Indian rocket to reach orbit. Come help us scale to one launch a month.
VYOM is Skyroot's Engineering Hiring Challenge: a direct route for engineers with 1–5 years of experience to prove their skills and step into full-time roles on the Vikram series.
Solve the problems that put rockets in orbit.
Skyroot Aerospace is looking for engineers who can solve complex challenges across Mechanical Design, Hardware Engineering, Embedded Systems, and Automation.
As India's leading private space launch company, Skyroot is building the Vikram series of launch vehicles to provide on-demand and dedicated access to space for small satellite operators worldwide.
Opening Space for All requires systems that perform reliably under the most demanding conditions. Through this Engineering Hiring Challenge, you'll have the opportunity to showcase your skills and contribute to building the future of space technology.
- Professionals with 1-5 years of experience.
- Professionals seeking full-time opportunities with Skyroot Aerospace.
- Engineers with relevant experience in the listed roles.
- Professionals willing to work from or relocate to Hyderabad / Bangalore.
Four reasons to back yourself
Build for real missions
Take on engineering scenarios inspired by the systems and technologies that power launch vehicles.
Join India's private space journey
Become part of a team building launch technologies that expand access to space.
Opportunity to join Skyroot
Top performers will progress through Skyroot Aerospace's hiring process for full-time roles.
Learn what it takes to build for space
Gain exposure to the engineering considerations involved in developing launch vehicles.
Engineer the systems that fly reliably
Your flight path
Application Screening
Complete your registration and submit your application. Profiles will be screened based on role fit, skills, and experience.
Online Technical Assessment
Shortlisted candidates take an online technical assessment. Assessment Date: TBD.
Interviews at Skyroot
Candidates shortlisted after the assessment will be contacted by Skyroot Aerospace for the next steps.
Watch Vikram-1 reach orbit
Mission Aagaman — the flight that made Vikram-1 the first Indian-built rocket to reach orbit for a private company.
Where rockets are built by hand
Labs, clean rooms and test beds — a look at the everyday work behind India's private launch programme.
India's first private company to reach orbit.
Skyroot Aerospace is building the Vikram-series of launch vehicles to provide on-demand and dedicated access to space for small satellite operators worldwide.
Founded by Pawan Kumar Chandana and Naga Bharath Daka, the company aims to democratize space access. Skyroot made history in 2022 with Vikram-S, India's first privately built rocket to reach space. In July 2026, Vikram-1 completed its maiden flight, reaching orbit and deploying its payloads to become the first Indian-built rocket to reach orbit by a private company.
Valued at over USD 1.1 billion, Skyroot is backed by GIC, Temasek, Sherpalo Ventures, and funds managed by BlackRock. Its mission: to make spaceflight as regular, reliable, and affordable as air travel — Opening Space for All.
Frequently asked questions
Who can participate?
Professionals with 1-5 years of experience who meet the eligibility criteria for the listed roles.
Is participation free?
Yes. Participation in the engineering hiring challenge is free.
Is this a team or individual challenge?
This is an individual challenge.
What is the selection process?
Application screening followed by an online technical assessment. Skyroot Aerospace will contact shortlisted candidates for the next steps.
Will all registered candidates take the assessment?
No. Applications will first be screened, and shortlisted candidates will be invited to the assessment.
Where are the roles based?
All full-time opportunities are based in Hyderabad / Bangalore.
Whom can I contact for assistance?
For assistance, please email hr@skyroot.in.
Enter the challenge
Registrations close on Aug 31, 2026, 11:59 PM. Registration takes just a few minutes.