EDGE

Principal Navigation Engineer

EDGE  •  Abu Dhabi, AE (Onsite)  •  4 days ago
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Principal Navigation Engineer

About ADASI

ADASI is a leading aerospace company developing advanced UAVs, autonomous systems, and aerospace technologies. We are looking for an experienced Flight Control Engineer to design, develop, and validate flight control and guidance systems for next-generation aerial platforms.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and integrate flight control and guidance systems for UAVs and aerospace platforms.
  • Develop and optimize control algorithms to meet stability, performance, and safety requirements.
  • Create dynamic system models and simulations using MATLAB/Simulink and related tools.
  • Perform system verification through simulation, SIL/HIL, ground testing, and flight testing.
  • Investigate system issues, conduct fault analysis, and improve control system robustness and reliability.
  • Work closely with multidisciplinary teams including avionics, software, mechanical, and systems engineering.
  • Prepare technical documentation, test reports, and design artifacts in compliance with aerospace standards.
  • Ensure compliance with safety and certification requirements while supporting continuous product improvement.
  • Manage assigned engineering activities, meeting project timelines and quality objectives.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Control Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related discipline (Master's preferred).
  • 5–7+ years of experience in flight control, guidance & control, or control systems engineering within the aerospace industry.
  • Strong experience developing control algorithms for UAVs, aircraft, or autonomous systems.
  • Proficiency in MATLAB, Simulink, C/C++, and/or Python
  • Solid understanding of dynamic system modeling, control theory, and simulation techniques.
  • Experience with control system verification, validation, and testing (SIL/HIL and flight testing preferred).
  • Familiarity with aerospace development standards such as DO-178C, DO-254, and ARP4754 is an advantage.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced engineering environment with strong attention to detail.
  • Relevant aerospace or control engineering certifications are desirable.
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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