Lead UAS Pilot — Cutting-Edge Defense Ops

Edge Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family visas

Annual flight tickets

Medical insurance

Education allowances

Job summary

Edge Group in Abu Dhabi is seeking a UAS Pilot to join its flight crew, operating under the PIC and supporting national and international deployments. The role emphasizes maintaining currency, executing planned flight operations, and ensuring fleet readiness within the EDGE aviation framework.

The candidate will contribute to development of procedures and safety standards as part of a dynamic, multinational defence technology environment in the UAE.

Qualifications

• English language proficiency (minimum Class 4 level)
• Successful completion of UAS Type Training
• Higher technical or military aviation education preferred

Responsibilities

• Carry out designated UAS flight crew duties under PIC command.
• Perform internal and external flight operations including national and international deployments.
• Maintain UAS operational currency and fleet serviceability.
• Assist in development and maintenance of OPS equipment status and SOPs.
• Support compliance with aviation regulations and standard procedures.

Skills

English proficiency

Radio communication

Aviation safety mindset

Education

Higher Technical College or UAE AF Air College

UAS Type Training completed

Job description

Edge Group in Abu Dhabi is seeking a UAS Pilot to join its flight crew, operating under the PIC and supporting national and international deployments. The role emphasizes maintaining currency, executing planned flight operations, and ensuring fleet readiness within the EDGE aviation framework.

The candidate will contribute to development of procedures and safety standards as part of a dynamic, multinational defence technology environment in the UAE.