EDGE

Development Engineer I - Large Caliber (Lahab)

EDGE  •  Abu Dhabi, AE (Onsite)  •  14 days ago
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Development Engineer I – Large Caliber Ammunition Development (Lahab)


Join our Engineering & Development (E&D) team as a Development Engineer I, contributing to the design, development, qualification, and continuous improvement of large caliber ammunition systems. This role is ideal for early‑career engineers who are passionate about defense technology, hands‑on development, and delivering high‑quality engineered products.

About the Role
As a Development Engineer I, you will support end‑to‑end engineering activities across the ammunition development lifecycle. You will work closely with cross‑functional teams, suppliers, and EDGE partners to ensure technical excellence, regulatory compliance, and efficient execution of development projects. This position reports to the Manager: Large Caliber Ammunition Development.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the design of tooling, test equipment, and development test items.
  • Assist in preparing assembly instructions, test plans, and engineering procedures.
  • Participate in the assembly, manufacturing, and testing of tooling and hardware.
  • Provide technical support during development, validation, and qualification phases.
  • Contribute to testing, compliance activities, and documentation control.
  • Create technical drawings and engineering documentation for review and approval.
  • Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to support project execution.
  • Perform MRP/ERP tasks and support supplier and vendor coordination.


What You Bring

  • Behavioral Competencies
  • Customer & community focus
  • Strong decision‑making and problem‑solving mindset
  • Results‑driven with a sense of urgency
  • Excellent planning, organizing, and communication skills
  • High accountability, ethics, and teamwork orientation
  • Functional Competencies
  • Knowledge of product design and development processes
  • Basic understanding of project management and Lean principles
  • Proficiency in 3D modeling software (SolidWorks, Creo)
  • Experience with analysis/simulation tools (ANSYS, MATLAB)
  • Familiarity with PLM/ERP systems
  • Strong Microsoft Office skills

Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering.

  • 1–2 years of experience as a mechanical engineer, or completion of the IGNITE program.

Working Environment
This role is primarily office‑based with regular visits to integration, testing, and supplier facilities. You will be part of a dynamic engineering environment focused on innovation, precision, and continuous improvement.

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About EDGE

Launched in November 2019, the UAE’s EDGE is one of the world’s leading advanced technology groups, established to develop agile, bold and disruptive solutions for defence and beyond, and to be a catalyst for change and transformation. It is dedicated to bringing breakthrough innovations, products, and services to market with greater speed and efficiency, to establishing the UAE as a leading global hub for future industries, and to creating clear paths within the sector for the next generation of highly-skilled talent to thrive.

With a focus on the adoption of 4IR technologies, EDGE is driving the development of sovereign capabilities for global export and for the preservation of national security, working with front-line operators, international partners, and adopting advanced technologies such as autonomous capabilities, cyber-physical systems, advanced propulsion systems, robotics and smart materials. EDGE converges R&D, emerging technologies, digital transformation, and commercial market innovations with military capabilities to develop disruptive solutions tailored to the specific requirements of its customers.

Headquartered in Abu Dhabi, capital of the UAE, EDGE consolidates more than 35 entities into six core clusters: EDGE Commercial, Platforms & Systems, Missiles & Weapons, Space & Cyber Technologies, Technology & Innovation, and Homeland Security.

Industry
Aviation & Aerospace
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Abu Dhabi, AE
Year Founded
Unknown
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