HMI Design Engineer – Avionics & Systems

People Hive HR Consultancies LLC; Dubai; On-site; AED 391,000 - 446,000; Full time

Job summary

People Hive HR Consultancies LLC is assisting a client in Dubai to hire an experienced HMI Design Engineer for civilian unmanned aircraft systems. You will craft intuitive, safety-critical interfaces for Ground Control Stations, cockpit displays, flight warning systems and related avionics across the full lifecycle from concept to certification.

The role requires 5+ years in HMI design for safety-critical aviation, knowledge of AMC 27.1302 or MIL-STD-1472, and strong human factors experience,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field (Aerospace, Electrical, CS, Industrial Design)
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in HMI/GUI design for safety-critical aviation systems
• Understanding of AMC 27.1302 or MIL-STD-1472; familiarity with safety-critical system design and ARP4761

Responsibilities

• Design and develop intuitive HMI GUI interfaces for civilian UAS, Ground Control Stations, cockpit displays and flight systems
• Support lifecycle activities from concept through verification and certification to enhance operator situational awareness

Skills

HMI/GUI design

Safety-critical systems

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Industrial Design

Tools

Polarion

IBM DOORS

Job description

HMI Design Engineer – Avionics & Systems

Job Reference: PH-ANS-[10/20-03]

Job Description

People Hive is supporting a client in the search for an experienced HMI Design Engineer to design and develop intuitive, safety-critical interfaces for civilian Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS).

The role focuses on clear, ergonomic graphical interfaces for Ground Control Stations, cockpit displays, flight warning systems and flight awareness systems, across the full system lifecycle from concept and design to integration, testing, verification and certification. The work will help improve operator situational awareness, reduce cognitive workload and support safe, long-duration Beyond Visual Line of Sight missions.

Critical Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Industrial Design or a related field
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in HMI/GUI design for safety-critical aviation systems
• Understanding of AMC 27.1302 or MIL-STD-1472
• Strong knowledge of safety-critical system design and certification processes, including ARP4761
• Experience applying human factors and ergonomics principles to cockpit or Ground Control Station interfaces

Important Requirements

• Familiarity with requirements management tools such as Polarion or IBM DOORS
• Knowledge of aircraft systems and avionics
• Familiarity with System Safety Assessments, Failure Hazard Analysis and certification/test plans
• Very good English communication skills

Nice to Have

• Experience supporting flight test campaigns and analyzing test data
• Familiarity with GCAA regulatory standards and airworthiness compliance

About the Client

Our client is an aerospace and unmanned aircraft systems company delivering advanced solutions for aviation and defense applications, dedicated to safety, innovation and technological excellence in aircraft systems and avionics design.

Location

UAE

Languages required

English (very good)

Working arrangement

On-site

Employment

Full-time

Salary

AED 35,000–40,000 per month