Principal Test Engineer

Edge Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

EDGE Group, Abu Dhabi-based, is a leading advanced technology group focusing on defence and emerging technologies. KATIM develops secure, end-to-end solutions for governments and businesses, and this Principal Test Engineer role sits within the Product Prototyping team.

You will translate system-level requirements into measurable test cases, collaborate with system architects, waveform designers, and software/hardware teams, and conduct end-to-end lab and field testing on RF and SDR systems to

Qualifications

• B.Eng or MS in Electronic or Systems Engineering.
• Minimum 10 years' experience in test and measurement, with a focus on RF radio systems.
• Experience in lab planning/budgeting and SW/HW integration.
• Experience with test case automation.
• Hands-on experience integrating software and hardware in a lab, including troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Understand system-level requirements and translate them into measurable test cases.
• Work closely with system architects, waveform designers, and software/hardware teams to specify appropriate test cases and verification procedures.
• Perform end-to-end testing on lab or field setups and generate status and test reports.
• Evaluate system performance and compliance/compatibility, troubleshoot operational issues, and characterize the performance of RF and SDR system components.
• Identify, describe, and build the hardware/software lab resources needed for tests based on project needs.

Skills

RF fundamentals

Python

MATLAB

C/C++

Lab planning

Test automation

Troubleshooting

Communication

Multi-tasking

Education

B.Eng or MS in Electronic or Systems Engineering

Tools

Spectrum analysers

Network analysers

Channel simulators

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

KATIM is a leader in developing innovative secure communication products and solutions for governments and businesses. As part of the Space & Cyber Technologies cluster at EDGE, one of the world's leading advanced technology groups, KATIM delivers robust, secure, end-to-end solutions across Networks, Ultra Secure Mobile Devices, Applications, and Satellite Communications. This Principal Test Engineer role sits within the Product Prototyping team and is responsible for translating system-level requirements into measurable test cases, working cross-functionally with system architects, waveform designers, and hardware/software teams, and running end-to-end lab and field testing on RF and SDR systems.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Understand system-level requirements and translate them into measurable test cases
• Work closely with system architects, waveform designers, and software/hardware teams to specify appropriate test cases and verification procedures
• Perform end-to-end testing on lab or field setups and generate status and test reports
• Evaluate system performance and compliance/compatibility, troubleshoot operational issues, and characterize the performance of RF and SDR system components
• Identify, describe, and build the hardware/software lab resources needed for tests based on project needs

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• B.Eng or MS in Electronic or Systems Engineering
• Minimum 10 years' experience in test and measurement, with a focus on RF radio systems
• Experience in lab planning/budgeting and SW/HW integration
• Experience with test case automation
• Hands-on experience integrating software and hardware in a lab, including troubleshooting

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Solid RF fundamentals with experience using lab equipment such as spectrum analysers, network analysers, and channel simulators
• Proficiency in Python, MATLAB, C/C++, or an equivalent programming language
• Strong multi-tasking ability across a variety of complex, parallel tasks
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills

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

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.