Powerplant / Propulsion Engineer - Aerospace

Confidential Careers; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Careers seeks an experienced Powerplant/Propulsion Engineer to join its aerospace team in the UAE. You will design, integrate, analyze, test, and certify propulsion and powerplant systems for aircraft.

Responsibilities include system integration, engine installation, performance analysis, cross-functional coordination, and documentation reviews to ensure regulatory compliance and industry standards are met.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in aircraft propulsion, powerplant systems, or engine integration.
• Knowledge of turbofan, turbojet, turboprop, or gas turbine engines.
• Familiarity with aircraft certification requirements and aerospace standards.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience within aircraft OEMs, aerospace manufacturers, or aviation organizations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and integration of aircraft propulsion and powerplant systems.
• Perform engine installation and integration activities.
• Conduct propulsion system performance analysis and assessments.
• Coordinate with airframe, avionics, and systems engineering teams.
• Support verification, validation, and certification activities.
• Review technical documentation, test reports, and engineering drawings.
• Ensure compliance with applicable aviation regulations and industry standards.

Skills

Propulsion systems experience

Engine integration

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Job Purpose :

We are seeking an experienced Powerplant / Propulsion Engineer to join our growing aerospace team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the design, integration, analysis, testing, and certification support of aircraft propulsion and powerplant systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the design and integration of aircraft propulsion and powerplant systems.
• Perform engine installation and integration activities.
• Conduct propulsion system performance analysis and assessments.
• Coordinate with airframe, avionics, and systems engineering teams.
• Support verification, validation, and certification activities.
• Review technical documentation, test reports, and engineering drawings.
• Ensure compliance with applicable aviation regulations and industry standards.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in aircraft propulsion, powerplant systems, or engine integration.
• Knowledge of turbofan, turbojet, turboprop, or gas turbine engines.
• Familiarity with aircraft certification requirements and aerospace standards.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience within aircraft OEMs, aerospace manufacturers, or aviation organizations is preferred.

Preferred Background:

• Aircraft Manufacturing
• Aerospace OEMs
• Military Aviation
• UAV / Unmanned Systems
• Aircraft Design & Development

Location: UAE

Industry: Aerospace & Aircraft Manufacturing