Lead Design Engineer: Turrets & Weapon Systems (RWS)

Edge Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

EDGE is seeking an experienced Lead Design Engineer – Turrets & Weapon Systems to drive development from concept to prototype verification in Abu Dhabi. You will lead a multidisciplinary team, own design packages, and ensure performance, cost, and schedule targets are met through hands-on CAD work and rigorous engineering analysis.

The role combines technical leadership with hands-on engineering, supplier coordination, and cross-functional collaboration in a defence-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical/Electronic, Software Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in the design and development of Turrets & Weapon Systems (TWS).
• Minimum 2 years of experience leading or managing engineers and/or designers.
• Strong hands-on experience with manned/unmanned turrets, Remote Weapon Stations, or related weapon systems.
• Strong understanding of turret and weapon-system subsystems and their integration.
• Experience taking engineering designs from concept through prototype, integration, and verification.
• Strong knowledge of engineering principles, design processes, and product-release requirements.
• Experience developing and reviewing Technical Data Packs (TDPs).
• Proficiency with relevant engineering tools such as CAD, PLM, CAE, MATLAB/Simulink, or other discipline-specific engineering tools
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of manned and unmanned Turrets & Weapon Systems, including Remote Weapon Stations (RWS).
• Perform hands-on engineering and design activities, including CAD design, engineering calculations, material and subsystem selection, and requirements analysis.
• Lead and mentor engineers and designers, defining technical tasks, priorities, and development objectives.
• Own assigned design packages and subsystems from concept through prototype verification.
• Develop technical solutions that meet defined performance, cost, quality, and schedule requirements.
• Lead and support prototype manufacturing, assembly, integration, and verification activities.
• Perform systems engineering activities and ensure effective integration between relevant subsystems.
• Review and verify Technical Data Packs (TDPs), ensuring technical accuracy, completeness, and quality.
• Define engineering work packages, resource requirements, and development plans.
• Monitor engineering progress, technical risks, dependencies, and project milestones.
• Implement and maintain engineering processes, procedures, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate with cross-functional engineering, manufacturing, testing, and production teams throughout the product-development lifecycle.
• Provide engineering support during product introduction, serial production, and after-sales activities.
• Provide timely technical updates to R&D leadership, highlighting key risks, dependencies, and mitigation plans.

Skills

Turrets & Weapon Systems

RWS

Engineering leadership

CAD modeling

Systems integration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical/Electronic, Software Engineering, or related

Tools

CAD

PLM

CAE

MATLAB/Simulink

Job description

EDGE is seeking an experienced Lead Design Engineer – Turrets & Weapon Systems to drive development from concept to prototype verification in Abu Dhabi. You will lead a multidisciplinary team, own design packages, and ensure performance, cost, and schedule targets are met through hands-on CAD work and rigorous engineering analysis.

The role combines technical leadership with hands-on engineering, supplier coordination, and cross-functional collaboration in a defence-focused environment.