Principal System Engineer

Halcon; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal System Engineer to lead the development of advanced weapon logic and control systems. This role requires a seasoned professional with extensive experience in control engineering and software development, particularly in the defense sector. The successful candidate will manage complex projects, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to innovative solutions that address modern challenges in weapon systems. Join a team dedicated to excellence and innovation in defense technology, where your expertise will shape the future of military capabilities.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in control engineering, with expertise in certification methodologies.
• Knowledge of international standards like MIL-STDs and IEC / IEEE.

Responsibilities

• Manage the acquisition of a multi-disciplinary Weapon Logic and Control System.
• Design and develop target acquisition, tracking, and guidance commands.

Skills

Control Engineering

Software Development

Artificial Intelligence

System Control Design

Interface Design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Jama

Genesys

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About HALCON

HALCON is a regional and international leader that offers next-generation Weapons Systems and Robotics Expertise to meet the challenges of a rapidly changing world. HALCON has developed in-house expertise across the entire value chain for gravity-release bomb guidance systems. This includes design, development, testing, manufacturing, and assembly. Our end-to-end capabilities ensure exceptional quality and competitive pricing. We are also faster and more flexible in meeting customer requirements.

Job Summary

The weapon logic and control systems engineer should be an experienced professional in weapon logic system control, software, artificial intelligence, and skilled in guiding multiple teams towards implementation of solutions. This engineer will write requirements, system element specifications, handle verification, and certification of the weapon logic and control.

Key Accountabilities

• Weapon Logic and Control Engineering :
• Manage the acquisition of a multi-disciplinary Weapon Logic and Control (WLC) System throughout the System Engineering Life Cycle.
• Design and develop target acquisition, target tracking, flight path calculation, guidance commands, weapon safety logic, telemetry, BIT, health policies, and AI applications.
• Specify non-physical aspects such as software logic, control, safety, and health components, and their interactions.
• Implement MBSE practices using tools like Jama and Genesys, ensuring traceability and configuration management.
• Develop and refine system architecture designs, define specifications, and allocate functionalities to system elements.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, ensuring adherence to best practices and standards.
• Contribute to future system requirements and technological roadmaps.

Experience & Education

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• 15+ years in control engineering, with at least 5 years in certification and classification methodologies.
• Knowledge of system control, software subsystem design, AI, and interface design skills.
• Familiarity with international standards such as MIL-STDs, IEC / IEEE, SAE, RTCA, SysML, etc.
• Seniority level : Mid-Senior level
• Employment type : Full-time
• Job function : Information Technology
• Industries : Defense and Space Manufacturing