Job Description

Drone Assembly Engineer Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE We are seeking a hands-on and detail-oriented Drone Assembly Engineer to support the assembly, integration, testing, and quality control of UAV/drone platforms. The ideal candidate will have practical experience working with mechanical and electronic components and a strong understanding of hardware assembly and basic electronics. Key Responsibilities Assemble and integrate mechanical, electrical, and electronic components for UAV and drone platforms. Perform wiring, cable routing, connector installation, and hardware integration with a high level of accuracy. Carry out soldering activities involving electronic components, PCBs, flight controllers, power systems, connectors, and related hardware. Use hand tools, power tools, precision instruments, and workshop equipment safely and effectively. Conduct initial hardware inspections, functional checks, and basic troubleshooting of electrical and electronic components. Support pre-flight inspections and quality checks to ensure assembled systems meet required technical and safety standards. Identify basic hardware or connectivity issues and support troubleshooting and corrective actions. Maintain accurate records of assembly activities, inspections, testing, and technical work completed. Follow established engineering, manufacturing, quality, and safety procedures throughout the assembly and testing process. Work closely with engineering, R&D, manufacturing, quality, and operations teams to support prototype development and production activities. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives related to assembly processes, quality, efficiency, and technical practices. Requirements Bachelor's degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related technical discipline. Minimum 8 years of relevant hands-on experience in mechanical assembly, electronics assembly, hardware integration, UAV/drone systems, robotics, aerospace, or similar engineering and manufacturing environments. Strong hands-on experience in the assembly and integration of mechanical, electrical, and electronic components. Strong understanding of basic electronics, electrical circuits, wiring, connectors, and hardware components. Proven experience with electronic soldering, including working with PCBs, electronic components, connectors, and wiring assemblies. Familiarity with diagnostic and measurement tools such as multimeters and precision measurement equipment. Experience using workshop equipment, hand tools, and power tools safely. Ability to perform basic electrical, electronic, and hardware troubleshooting. High attention to detail, particularly when working with precision components and complex technical assemblies. Good understanding of quality control, safety procedures, and technical documentation requirements within an engineering or manufacturing environment. previous hands-on experience with UAVs, drones, robotics, aerospace systems, or other advanced hardware products would be highly advantageous.