Mechanical Engineer 1

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

Job summary

EDGE is hiring a Mechanical Engineer to design solutions for UAV projects. You will develop mechanical structures, airframes and assemblies, and create 3D CAD models, drawings, and BOMs for prototypes and production.

Join a multidisciplinary R&D environment in Abu Dhabi, collaborating with electronics, software, and manufacturing teams. The role requires a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering and 5+ years in UAV or aerospace design, with experience in composites, CNC, and additive manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• 5+ years hands-on mechanical design for UAV/UAS, UGV, or aerospace systems.
• Strong experience in 3D CAD design using SolidWorks, CATIA, Siemens NX, CREO, or similar software.
• Practical experience in UAV structural design, airframe development, prototype assembly, and mechanical integration.
• Hands-on experience in composite structures, CNC machining, additive manufacturing, and rapid prototyping.
• Experience supporting prototype manufacturing, mechanical testing, flight testing, and design validation.
• Good understanding of Design for Manufacturing (DFM), GD&T, tolerance analysis, and engineering drawing preparation.
• Experience working in multidisciplinary R&D environments supporting rapid product development and engineering change implementation.

Responsibilities

• Actively participate in R&D activities for UAV/UAS and UGV systems.
• Design, develop, and optimize mechanical structures, airframes, and mechanical assemblies for unmanned platforms.
• Develop detailed 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, and Bills of Materials (BOMs) for prototype and production.
• Design lightweight, manufacturable, and structurally efficient mechanical components while considering strength, weight, and reliability.
• Support prototype manufacturing using CNC machining, composite manufacturing, sheet metal fabrication, and additive manufacturing techniques.
• Perform mechanical integration of propulsion systems, payloads, landing gear, avionics mounting, and structural components.
• Support prototype assembly, ground testing, flight testing, troubleshooting, and engineering validation activities.
• Conduct engineering investigations, root cause analysis, and implement corrective design improvements.
• Collaborate with electronics, software, manufacturing, and flight test teams throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Prepare and maintain engineering documentation including drawings, design reports, assembly instructions, engineering change requests (ECR), and test reports.

Skills

5+ years experience

3D CAD design

SolidWorks

CATIA

Siemens NX

CREO

Composite structures

CNC machining

Additive manufacturing

DFM & GD&T

Engineering drawings

Multidisciplinary R&D

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

CATIA

Siemens NX

CREO

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

We are looking to hire a Mechanical Engineer to join our team to provide design solutions for our complex UAV projects

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Actively participate in Research & Development activities for UAV/UAS and UGV systems.
• Design, develop, and optimize mechanical structures, airframes, and mechanical assemblies for unmanned platforms.
• Develop detailed 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, and Bills of Materials (BOMs) for prototype and production.
• Design lightweight, manufacturable, and structurally efficient mechanical components while considering strength, weight, and reliability.
• Support prototype manufacturing using CNC machining, composite manufacturing, sheet metal fabrication, and additive manufacturing techniques.
• Perform mechanical integration of propulsion systems, payloads, landing gear, avionics mounting, and structural components.
• Support prototype assembly, ground testing, flight testing, troubleshooting, and engineering validation activities.
• Conduct engineering investigations, root cause analysis, and implement corrective design improvements.
• Collaborate with electronics, software, manufacturing, and flight test teams throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Prepare and maintain engineering documentation including drawings, design reports, assembly instructions, engineering change requests (ECR), and test reports.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering field.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in mechanical design, product development, and system integration for UAV/UAS, UGV, or aerospace systems.
• Strong experience in 3D CAD design using SolidWorks, CATIA, Siemens NX, CREO, or similar engineering software.
• Practical experience in UAV structural design, airframe development, prototype assembly, and mechanical integration.
• Hands-on experience in composite structures, CNC machining, additive manufacturing, and rapid prototyping.
• Experience supporting prototype manufacturing, mechanical testing, flight testing, and design validation.
• Good understanding of Design for Manufacturing (DFM), GD&T, tolerance analysis, and engineering drawing preparation.
• Experience working in multidisciplinary R&D environments supporting rapid product development and engineering change implementation.

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.