Senior Integration & Testing Engineer- UAV Systems

AIFI TECHNOLOGIES L.L.C; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

AIFI Technologies L.L.C in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Senior Integration Testing Engineer to oversee UAV system integration validation and flight testing, integrating mechanical, electrical, avionics, propulsion and payload systems across multirotor, fixed-wing, and VTOL platforms.

You will lead end-to-end integration activities, develop test plans, conduct ground and flight tests, troubleshoot complex system interfaces, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards;

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering; 5–8 years UAV integration/testing experience.
• Hands-on UAV platform experience in an R&D environment with avionics, propulsion, and flight dynamics.
• Experience with ground and flight testing, troubleshooting, and system-level integration.

Responsibilities

• Lead end‑to‑end UAV integration activities for prototype and production platforms; integrate airframe, propulsion, avionics, sensors and payloads.
• Perform mechanical fitment, wiring harness integration and subsystem validation; ensure interface compatibility across components.
• Integrate flight controllers, GPS/IMU, telemetry, RC systems, and onboard computers; validate CAN/UART/SPI/I2C/Ethernet communications.
• Develop integration and qualification test plans, procedures and reports; conduct environmental, ground and flight testing.
• Coordinate flight test campaigns; analyze logs and recommend corrective actions with pilots and design engineers.
• Maintain documentation; support certification, airworthiness and regulatory compliance activities.

Skills

System Integration

Propulsion

Avionics Integration

Testing Validation

Flight Test Operations

Documentation Compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

Data Acquisition Systems

Multimeter

Oscilloscope

CAN Bus

UART

SPI

I2C

Ethernet

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Integration Testing Engineer with hands‑on expertise in UAV system integration validation and flight testing The ideal candidate will play a critical role in integrating mechanical electrical avionics propulsion and payload systems into UAV platforms and ensuring successful ground and flight validation The candidate must possess prior experience working on multirotor fixed‑wing or VTOL UAV platforms and be capable of troubleshooting complex system‑level issues across hardware avionics and software interfaces Previous UAV industry experience is mandatory u

Key Responsibilities

• System Integration Lead end‑to‑end UAV integration activities for prototype and assistance in production platforms Integrate airframe assemblies propulsion systems avionics flight controllers communication systems additional sensors and payloads Perform mechanical fitment wiring harness integration and subsystem validation Ensure proper interface compatibility among mechanical electrical and avionics components
• Propulsion Hands on experience in electric and IC engineExperience in propulsion system integration installation testing and troubleshooting Knowledge of propulsion performance evaluation tuning and validation Experience in conducting ground runs endurance tests and performance testing of propulsion systems Ability to diagnose and resolve propulsion‑related mechanical and electrical issues Familiarity with propulsion safety procedures and maintenance practices
• Avionics Integration Integrate and configure flight controller systems Configure GPS IMU ESCs telemetry radios RC systems ADS-B modules and onboard computers Validate sensor performance and communication protocols including CAN UART SPI I2C Ethernet and RS-232 RS-485 RS-422 Support autopilot tuning and mission configuration activities
• Testing Validation Develop integration and qualification test plans procedures and reports Conduct subsystem system‑level environmental ground and flight testing Execute pre post‑flight inspections flight readiness reviews and post‑flight analysis Validate reliability safety and performance requirements of UAV systems Perform root cause analysis and troubleshoot system failures during testing
• Flight Test Operations Support and coordinate UAV flight test campaigns Analyse flight logs Identify system anomalies and recommend corrective actions Work closely with UAV pilots and design engineers during testing activities
• Documentation Compliance Maintain integration records test reports configuration documents and validation records Support certification airworthiness and regulatory compliance activities where applicable Ensure adherence to engineering processes quality standards and safety procedures

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related field.5-8 years of experience in UAV integration and testing.Hands‑on experience working with UAV platforms in an R&D environment.Strong understanding of UAV architecture, avionics, propulsion systems, and flight dynamics.Experience with ground testing, flight testing, and system troubleshooting.Basic exposure to avionics, communication protocols and embedded systems.Notice Period: Immediate to 15 days Preferred.Location: Candidates currently based in the UAE/ working will be preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in aeronautical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related field.Experience with Multirotor, Fixed‑Wing, and VTOL UAV platforms.Knowledge of autonomous flight systems and UAV mission planning.Familiarity with UAV regulations and operational safety procedures.Experience with hardware‑in‑the‑loop (HIL) and simulation testing.Key CompetenciesSystem‑level thinkingCross‑functional collaborationAnalytical troubleshootingFlight test executionTechnical leadershipDocumentation and reportingProblem‑solving under field conditions

Required Technical Skills

Mechanical IntegrationAirframe assembly and integrationComposite structures and mechanical systemsPropulsion system assembly and integrationPayload assembly and integrationMechanical troubleshooting and root cause analysisTesting Tools & SoftwareBasic Test Equipment (Multimeter, Oscilloscope) Hand and power toolsData Acquisition SystemsAvionics Integration:Basic understanding of UAV avionics systems, including flight controllers, navigation sensors (GPS, IMU, Compass), telemetry systems, power systems (ESCs, batteries, power distribution), RF communication systems, and embedded electronics integration.ProtocolsBasic CAN Bus UART SPI I2C Ethernet