Environmental Test Engineer II

Edge Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 391,000 - 670,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salaries

Family visas

Medical insurance

Job summary

EDGE is seeking an Environmental Test Engineer to support environmental testing activities for UAV systems and major programs. You will contribute to test planning, apply appropriate methodologies, ensure standards compliance, and work with cross-functional teams to deliver campaigns.

The candidate will have a background in mechanical/aerospace engineering with 5–8 years in environmental testing and leadership within aerospace or defense programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical, Aerospace, Mechatronics Engineering or related field.
• 5-8 years in environmental testing, with leadership on major programs in aerospace or defense.
• Familiarity with MIL-STD-810, DO-160 and NATO/AIAA standards.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and execution of environmental test campaigns for UAV systems.
• Develop qualification strategies and coordinate with certification teams.
• Assist failure investigations and data analysis related to testing.
• Help develop and improve test infrastructure, equipment and procedures.
• Collaborate with engineers and document test activities and audits.

Skills

Environmental testing

Test planning

Data analysis

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Test automation tools

MIL-STD-810 knowledge

Job description

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At EDGE bold ideas are engineered into technologies that protect, improve and save lives.

Headquartered in the United Arab Emirates, EDGE is a leading advanced technology group working at the forefront of defence and emerging technologies. Spanning more than 35 specialised companies and multiple centres of excellence, we are purpose-built to move fast. Free from heavy legacy processes, we give our people the autonomy, accountability, and agility to bring breakthrough technologies from concept to reality.

Based in Abu Dhabi, a globally connected hub at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, EDGE is home to a truly multicultural community where bold ideas thrive, and the future is shaped.

Together, we are shaping the future.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Environmental Test Engineer is responsible for supporting environmental testing activities for UAV systems. The role contributes to test planning and execution, develops and applies appropriate test methodologies, ensures compliance with applicable standards and system requirements, supports test data analysis and issue resolution, and collaborates with cross-functional engineering teams to deliver successful test campaigns.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the planning and execution of environmental test campaigns for UAV systems and major programs.
• Contribute to the development of qualification strategies and coordinate with customers and relevant certification teams as required.
• Support failure investigation, data analysis, and root cause identification related to environmental testing.
• Support the development, validation, and improvement of test infrastructure, equipment, and procedures.
• Collaborate with and provide technical support to other engineers during test activities and technical reviews.
• Prepare and maintain accurate test documentation in accordance with internal quality systems, applicable standards, and audit requirements.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related field.

5-8 years of experience in environmental testing, including leadership roles on major programs in aerospace, UAV, or defense systems.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Familiarity with MIL-STD-810, DO-160, and NATO/AIAA standards.
• Proficiency in test automation and advanced data analysis tools.
• Skilled in technical risk management, margin testing, and qualification-by-analysis.

WHY CHOOSE 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 position 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.

At EDGE, the real investment goes beyond compensation. Through our dedicated learning academy and digital learning platforms, employees have access to extensive opportunities to develop new skills, deepen their expertise, and advance their careers. Combined with the freedom to innovate, strong career support, and the opportunity to collaborate with world-class talent from across the globe, EDGE is a place where you can continue to grow, keep learning, and turn ambitious ideas into meaningful outcomes.

Working at EDGE also comes with a package that genuinely reflects how much we value our people. Salaries are highly competitive and tax-free and, depending on your role and seniority, benefits can include family visas, annual flight tickets, medical insurance for you and your dependents, and education allowances for your children.

CANDIDATE PRIVACY & EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

If you feel your skills, experience and potential are a strong match for a role, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every requirement. We are genuinely interested in what you can bring to EDGE.

Any information you share as part of your EDGE candidate profile or job application will be handled in accordance with applicable data protection and privacy regulations.

EDGE is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and high-performing workforce. We believe every individual deserves to be treated with fairness, respect and dignity, and our employment decisions reflect that. We do not discriminate based on race, colour, nationality, ethnicity, religion, gender, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

As a global organisation, effective collaboration across international teams is central to how we work, so English proficiency is required for all roles unless otherwise stated in the job posting.

Please note that EDGE does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Any resumes in the absence of a formally executed agreement in place will be deemed the property of EDGE, and no placement fees or compensation will be payable in respect of such submissions.