Chief System Engineer

TALENTMATE; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

TALENTMATE, Abu Dhabi, UAE, seeks an Executive-Level, Full-Time Systems Engineer to lead design, verification and integration of advanced defense systems using PX4, MAVLink, CAD, CFD/FEA, ROS, and real-time C++.

Role covers hardware-software integration, flight mechanics analysis, prototyping with 3D printing, and ground control interfaces; extensive experience in aerospace/defense engineering required.

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelors Engineering
• Preferred Masters or PhD in Engineering
• Minimum 18 years relevant experience Systems Engineering experience in the development of products in the defense industry
• Proficiency in missile design (flight mechanics, stability, weight and balance, structural design)
• Proficiency in CAD, FEA and CFD
• System Testing and Validation
• Application of MBSE and/or engineering specialty software

Responsibilities

• Take the overall technical authority, responsibility and accountability for the technical performance for a product system, or system-element throughout its life cycle.
• Perform the technical processes such as mission analysis, requirements definition, architectural definition, verification and validation.
• Lead the creation and modification of detailed aircraft and missile designs using advanced CAD software, ensuring precision and compliance with engineering standards.
• Conduct in-depth analyses of aerodynamic performance and flight mechanics, applying computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and other simulation tools to inform design decisions.
• Direct hands‑on prototyping activities, applying advanced manufacturing techniques to quickly evolve prototypes from concept to functional systems.
• Direct hands‑on prototyping activities, applying advanced manufacturing techniques such as 3D printing, CNC machining, and custom PCB design to quickly evolve prototypes from concept to functional systems.
• System Design and Development: Design and implement defense systems, focusing on hardware and software integration. Utilize PX4 and MAVLink protocols to establish robust communication between onboard systems and ground control stations.
• Software Development: Develop and maintain high-performance software applications using C++ for real-time processing. Create user‑friendly interfaces with Qt and QML for ground control stations, ensuring efficient monitoring and control of defense system operations.
• Robotics Frameworks: Utilize ROS (Robot Operating System) to develop modular robotic applications, enabling seamless integration of various sensors (e.g., cameras, LiDAR) and components. Implement ROS nodes for sensor data acquisition and processing, facilitating real‑time decision‑making in flight scenarios.

Skills

C++ programming

Robotics frameworks

Systems engineering

Aircraft design knowledge

MBSE awareness

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering

Master's or PhD in Engineering

Tools

CAD

FEA

CFD

MBSE

PX4

MAVLink

ROS

Qt

QML

Job description

Job Description

External Job Description

ADVANCED CONCEPTS

ADVANCED CONCEPTS is an entity within EDGE dedicated to the design and deployment of advanced, innovative technologies. ADVANCED CONCEPTS is fast-tracking the development of high-technology autonomous systems, including three Medium Endurance, High Altitude, fixed-wing unmanned aerial systems, a family of precision loitering munitions, a cost- effective family of cruise missiles, and a range of guided artillery munitions.

Core Accountabilities

• Take the overall technical authority, responsibility and accountability for the technical performance for a product system, or system-element throughout its life cycle. The complexity and scope of the system/system-element is linked to the grade of the position.
• Perform the technical processes such as mission analysis, requirements definition, architectural definition, verification and validation.
• Lead the creation and modification of detailed aircraft and missile designs using advanced CAD software, ensuring precision and compliance with engineering standards.
• Conduct in-depth analyses of aerodynamic performance and flight mechanics, applying computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and other simulation tools to inform design decisions.
• Direct hands‑on prototyping activities, applying advanced manufacturing techniques to quickly evolve prototypes from concept to functional systems.
• Direct hands‑on prototyping activities, applying advanced manufacturing techniques such as 3D printing, CNC machining, and custom PCB design to quickly evolve prototypes from concept to functional systems.
• System Design and Development: Design and implement defense systems, focusing on hardware and software integration. Utilize PX4 and MAVLink protocols to establish robust communication between onboard systems and ground control stations.
• Software Development: Develop and maintain high-performance software applications using C++ for real-time processing. Create user‑friendly interfaces with Qt and QML for ground control stations, ensuring efficient monitoring and control of defense system operations.
• Robotics Frameworks: Utilize ROS (Robot Operating System) to develop modular robotic applications, enabling seamless integration of various sensors (e.g., cameras, LiDAR) and components. Implement ROS nodes for sensor data acquisition and processing, facilitating real‑time decision‑making in flight scenarios.

Qualification / Experience

• Minimum Bachelors Engineering
• Preferred Masters or PhD in Engineering
• Minimum 18 years relevant experience Systems Engineering experience in the development of products in the defense industry
• Proficiency in missile design (flight mechanics, stability, weight and balance, structural design….)
• Proficiency in CAD, FEA and CFD
• System Testing and Validation
• Application of MBSE and/or engineering specialty software

Job Details

• Role Level: Executive-Level
• Work Type: Full-Time
• Country: United Arab Emirates
• City: Abu Dhabi
• Company Website: http://al-tariq.ae
• Job Function: Engineering
• Company Industry/ Sector: Defense and Space Manufacturing

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