GUR PROJECT MANAGER

Duncan & Ross; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 293,000 - 441,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace defense firm in the UAE is seeking an experienced GUR Project Manager to lead strategic bilateral aerospace defense projects focused on advanced flight systems. The ideal candidate should have over 10 years of project management experience in defense aerospace, especially in rocketry or high-speed flight systems. Responsibilities include managing cross-functional teams, ensuring project adherence to timelines and budgets, and fostering international cooperation. The role requires a strong technical background and leadership capabilities.

Qualifications

• Over 10 years of project management experience in defense aerospace.
• Strong technical background in areas like aerodynamics and avionics.
• Experience with defense R&D agencies such as DRDO or ISRO.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end of the GUR project including development and testing.
• Manage cross-functional teams in various disciplines.
• Ensure adherence to project timelines, budgets, and quality benchmarks.

Skills

Project Management

Technical Leadership

Cross-functional Team Management

International Cooperation

Conflict Resolution

Education

BSc. in Aerospace Engineering or equivalent

Job description

We are seeking an experienced GUR Project Manager to lead a strategic bilateral aerospace defense program focused on the development testing and production of advanced flight systems. This role requires a strong technical background leadership in defense projects and the ability to foster productive international cooperation between partner organizations.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the endtoend of the GUR project including development testing and production phases.
• Manage crossfunctional teams in disciplines such as propulsion aerodynamics avionics guidance & control and flight systems.
• Establish and maintain effective bilateral cooperation between partnering nations and organizations.
• Foster a collaborative and professional working environment across cultural and institutional boundaries.
• Ensure adherence to all project timelines budgets and quality benchmarks.
• Act as the central point of coordination for all technical and managerial aspects.
• Deliver regular status updates and strategic reports to stakeholders and leadership.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

• BSc. in Aerospace Engineering or equivalent.
• Over 10 years of project management experience in defense aerospace with preference for expertise in rocketry or highspeed flight systems.
• Strong technical background in at least some of the following areas: Ground launch systems Flight mechanisms Aerodynamics Guidance and control systems Avionics Flight testing.
• Experience working with or within defense R&D agencies such as: DRDO ISRO (Launch vehicle systems) PINAKA MRL development or similar programs.
• Demonstrated ability to manage crossnational defense collaboration projects.
• Skilled in building strong partnerships resolving conflicts and sustaining longterm cooperation.

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