EDGE

Principal Aircraft CAD Designer (CATIA)

EDGE  •  Abu Dhabi, AE (Onsite)  •  2 days ago
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About ADASI

ADASI is the regional leader in autonomous systems and services, dedicated to offering holistic solutions – from the development and production of unmanned systems to joint mission analysis and equipment acquisition. We manufacture, operate, and maintain next-generation autonomous capabilities for air, land, and sea, operating in demanding environments. Headquartered in the UAE, we are committed to advancing the region’s technological edge in defense innovation.

Key Responsibilities

  • Create detailed 3D CAD models, assemblies, and 2D manufacturing drawings for aircraft structures, systems, and components using CATIA and SolidWorks
  • Generate engineering drawings including dimensions, tolerances, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), bill of materials (BOMs), and assembly instructions.
  • Produce complete manufacturing data packs for production (assemblies, parts & BOMs)
  • Maintenance of relevant CAD models, including “buy” parts within the PLM/PDM system
  • Configuration of manufacturing data packs
  • Work closely with specialists in a multidisciplinary team
  • Adhere to relevant design & drafting standards and ADASI code of conduct.
  • Create and manage complex aircraft assemblies, ensuring proper fit, form, function, and interface control between components.
  • Utilize PDM/PLM systems to manage CAD data, part revisions, configurations, workflows, and product lifecycle documentation.
  • Support prototype development, testing activities, and production implementation by providing accurate design data and technical documentation.
  • Coordinate with suppliers and external stakeholders regarding design requirements, CAD data exchange, and drawing clarifications.
  • Verify and validate CAD models and drawings through design reviews and quality checks to ensure compliance with project specifications.
  • Assist in troubleshooting manufacturing and assembly issues by analyzing design data and proposing corrective actions.
  • Develop and maintain standardized CAD practices, templates, libraries, and design methodologies.
  • Ensure adherence to aerospace quality standards, company procedures, and applicable airworthiness requirements.
  • Participate in design reviews, technical meetings, and project status discussions.
  • Support integration of mechanical, structural, electrical, and systems components within aircraft assemblies.

Required Qualifications:

  • Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
  • Additional certification or specialized training in CATIA and/or SolidWorks is preferred.
  • Training in engineering drawing standards, GD&T, and aerospace drafting practices is desirable.
  • Knowledge of aircraft design principles, manufacturing processes, and configuration management practices.
  • 11–15 years of work experience in an aerospace or mechanical design environment.

Technical Tools:

  • Working knowledge of CAD packages, Catia or SoliDworks
  • Working knowledge of PDM/PLM systems
  • Expert knowledge of Aircraft/Mechanical design
  • Expert knowledge of composite designs
  • Thorough understanding of design principles

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EDGE

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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