EDGE

Mechanical Airframe Systems Design Specialist

EDGE  •  Abu Dhabi, AE (Onsite)  •  3 hours ago
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Job Description

External Job Description

Position - Mechanical Airframe Systems Design Engineer – Landing Gear, Fuel System, ECS, Hydraulics & Actuation

Entity : ADASI

Department -Engineering Services

Location- Abu Dhabi

Key Responsibilities :

  • Lead and take ownership for the design, integration, and validation of mechanical airframe systems, including landing gear assemblies, fuel distribution systems, ECS, hydraulic circuits, and actuation mechanisms for UAV platforms.
  • Develop 3D CAD models, detailed engineering drawings, and manufacturing documentation using industry-standard tools (e.g., CATIA V5/V6, Siemens NX, or SolidWorks).
  • Perform structural, hydromechanical and thermal analyses to ensure system integrity and correct sizing under operational loads and environmental conditions.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams—avionics, propulsion, flight controls—to ensure seamless system integration.
  • Define system requirements, interface control documents (ICDs), and bill of materials (BOMs) in compliance with aerospace standards (e.g., MIL-STD, RTCA DO-160).
  • Support prototype builds, ground tests, and flight trials, troubleshooting and resolving design issues in real time.
  • Ensure compliance with airworthiness regulations and defense sector quality standards.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance system performance, manufacturability, and maintainability.

Educational background :

  1. Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering (Master’s preferred).
  2. Minimum 5 years experience in aerospace mechanical systems design, with proven expertise in at least three of the following: landing gear, fuel systems, ECS, hydraulics, actuation.

Professional Experience:

  • Proficiency in 3D CAD and PLM systems (CATIA, NX, or equivalent).
  • Strong understanding of aerospace materials, manufacturing processes, and GD&T.
  • Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic system design, fuel system architecture, and ECS thermodynamics.
  • Familiarity with finite element analysis (FEA) and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) tools.
  • Standards & Compliance: Experience with aerospace and defense standards (e.g., AS9100, MIL-STD, DO-160).
  • Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving ability, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and clear technical communication.

Technical Skills:

  • Professional Engineer (PE) or Chartered Engineer (CEng) status.
  • EASA Part 21 or GCAA Design Organisation Approval (DOA) exposure.
  • Certification in Systems Engineering (INCOSE ASEP/CSEP) or Project Management (PMP/PRINCE2).

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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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