EDGE

Technical Project Specialist  - Defence & Aerospace

EDGE  •  Abu Dhabi, AE (Onsite)  •  6 days ago
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Job Description

Role Purpose

We are seeking a highly driven Technical Project Specialist - Defence & Aerospce to lead the end-to-end execution of engineered defence system projects. This role will oversee the full project lifecycle—from initial scope definition and costing through to contract execution, delivery, and final closeout—ensuring projects are commercially sound, technically compliant, and delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest levels of customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

  • Analyse customer requirements, specifications, and tender documents to define project scope
  • Develop clear Scope of Work (SoW) and prepare accurate technical-commercial proposals
  • Identify risks, assumptions, and exclusions during bid and proposal stages
  • Review and validate contract terms, ensuring alignment with technical and commercial requirements
  • Lead project handover and kickoff, establishing plans, milestones, and budget baselines
  • Translate contract requirements into actionable engineering and operational plans
  • Coordinate system design, configuration, and documentation with engineering teams
  • Manage end-to-end project execution across engineering, procurement, production, and logistics
  • Monitor and control project timelines, costs, and quality performance
  • Identify project risks and implement effective mitigation strategies throughout execution
  • Act as the primary customer interface, managing communication, expectations, and issue resolution
  • Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure successful project delivery

Key Requirements


Qualifications

  • Bachelor Degree in Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, Electronic Engineering)

Experience

  • 5–10 years experience in project execution, engineering projects, or systems delivery
  • Proven experience managing full project lifecycle (bid → execution → delivery)
  • Strong understanding of engineered systems and products (preferably within defence or industrial sectors)
  • Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and BOQs
  • Familiarity with ERP systems and project planning tools
  • Knowledge of industrial processes and ISO management systems

Key Compentencies

  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
  • High ownership, accountability, and results orientation
  • Advanced planning, scheduling, and execution control capability
  • Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously
  • Cross-functional leadership and collaboration skills
  • Strong negotiation and commercial acumen
  • Advanced project management expertise

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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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