Senior Engineer - Rocket Propulsion

EDGE Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

EDGE Group in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Senior Propulsion Engineer to drive development, design, manufacturing and testing of rocket propulsion subsystems. You will bridge technical leadership and project management, mentoring engineers and guiding system engineering decisions.

You will lead cross-disciplinary propulsion projects, define requirements, and ensure milestones are delivered on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years in rocket propulsion development.
• Experience producing Solid Rocket Motor Data packs.
• Able to mentor junior engineers and lead system reviews.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and test rocket propulsion systems across the engineering lifecycle.
• Lead propulsion projects at system engineering level with design reviews and verification.
• Define system requirements and maintain technical baseline documentation with configuration control.
• Mentor entry-level engineers and support knowledge transfer to build internal propulsion capability.
• Support additive manufacturing, tooling and manufacturing interfaces to meet specifications.
• Advise on PLM software implementation and drive process standardisation.

Skills

Planning and organising

Problem solving

Communicating and influencing

Analytical thinking

Propulsion systems knowledge

Systems engineering processes

Technical communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering

Job description

Job Title: Senior Engineer – Rocket Propulsion

Job Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Work Mode: On-site

Job Description / Role:

The Senior Propulsion Engineer is responsible for driving the development, design, manufacturing, and testing of rocket propulsion subsystems. In this role you will sit at the intersection of technical leadership and project management — mentoring junior engineers, guiding system engineering decisions, and delivering complex propulsion programmes from concept through qualification.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop and test rocket propulsion systems, applying thermodynamic, fluid dynamic and structural principles across the full engineering cycle from concept through performance validation.
• Lead propulsion projects at system engineering level, managing technical interfaces, design reviews and verification activities to ensure milestones are delivered on time and within budget.
• Define system requirements and maintain technical baseline documentation, ensuring configuration control throughout the programme lifecycle.
• Mentor and coach entry-level engineers, reviewing technical outputs and supporting knowledge transfer to build internal propulsion capability.
• Support additive manufacturing, laser welding, milling and heat treatment activities, collaborating with manufacturing teams to resolve non-conformances and ensure components meet specifications.
• Advise on PLM software implementation, driving process standardisation and ensuring data integrity across design, manufacturing and testing phases.
• Prepare and review technical data packages including drawings, specifications, test reports and interface control documents to customer and regulatory standards.
• Liaise between technical teams and project management, translating engineering challenges into clear stakeholder communications and flagging risks across disciplines.

Experience Required:

• Minimum 10 years of experience in rocket propulsion development
• Experience developing and productiong Solid Rocket Motor Data packs

Education Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering, or an equivalent technical qualification

Skills Required:

• Planning and organising
• Problem solving
• Communicating and influencing
• Analytical thinking
• Broad knowledge of mechanical engineering as it relates to propulsion system development and manufacturing
• Thorough understanding of propulsion product development and production
• Technical communication (written and oral) with technical and non-technical personnel, suppliers and customers
• Thorough understanding of systems engineering processes

Employment / Job Type: Full Time

About the Company:

Abu Dhabi advanced technology and defence conglomerate formed in 2019 by consolidating numerous UAE defence and technology entities. It operates across platforms and systems, missiles and weapons, space and cyber technologies, trading and mission support, and electronic warfare, producing unmanned systems, guided munitions, armoured vehicles, naval vessels, and secure communications.

Company Industry: Defense & Aerospace

Department / Functional Area: Engineering

Closing Date: Not mentioned (apply as soon as possible)