Senior System Engineer - Test Equipment Development

EDGE; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family visas

Annual flight tickets

Medical insurance for dependents

Education allowances

Job summary

EDGE is seeking a Test Equipment Systems/Development Engineer for ADASI in the UAE. You will design, develop, integrate, validate, and maintain test equipment used to verify UAV systems, ensuring repeatable, safe, and certifiable testing across avionics, electrical, mechanical, propulsion, and software domains.

You will develop automated test software using Python, LabVIEW, MATLAB/Simulink, and C/C++, and ensure compatibility with MIL‑STD and ARINC protocols.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronics or Mechatronics required.
• Master’s degree in Systems, Test Systems, Automation or related discipline preferred.
• 10+ years in design/deployment of test equipment for aerospace/defense, UAV domain preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop test equipment (hardware and software) for system verification.
• Define requirements for ATE, HIL systems, simulation rigs and integration benches.
• Develop test interface hardware, signal conditioning, wiring harnesses and instrumentation.
• Create automated test software and scripts (Python, LabVIEW, MATLAB/Simulink, C/C++).
• Ensure interoperability with aerospace protocols (RS-422/485, MIL-STD-1553/1760, ARINC 429, CAN, Ethernet).
• Support V&V of test equipment for accuracy, repeatability and compliance.
• Prepare documentation: test plans, procedures, reports, user manuals, maintenance guides.

Skills

Test equipment design

Automation engineering

Python

LabVIEW

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical/ Electronics/ Mechatronics

Master’s Degree in Systems/ Test Systems/ Automation Engineering

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

C/C++

Job description

About Edge

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

About ADASI

ADASI is the regional leader in autonomous systems and services, dedicated to offering holistic solutions – from the development and production of unmanned systems to joint mission analysis and equipment acquisition. We manufacture, operate, and maintain next-generation autonomous capabilities for air, land, and sea, operating in demanding environments. Headquartered in the UAE, we are committed to advancing the region’s technological edge in defense innovation.

The Test Equipment Systems/Development Engineer is responsible for the design, development, integration, validation, and lifecycle support of test equipment used to verify the performance, functionality, and compliance of Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) systems and subsystems. This role is critical to ensuring repeatable, safe, efficient, and certifiable testing across avionics, electrical, mechanical, propulsion, communications, and software domains.

Responsibilities

• Test Equipment Design and Development
• Design and develop custom and commercial test equipment, including hardware and software, for system and subsystem verification.
• Define technical and functional requirements for Automated Test Equipment (ATE), Hardware‑in‑the‑Loop (HIL) systems, simulation rigs, and integration benches.
• Specify and develop test interface hardware, signal conditioning circuits, wiring harnesses, and instrumentation for laboratory and field environments.
• Develop test solutions suitable for safety‑critical and mission‑critical systems in compliance with aerospace and defense standards.
• System Integration and Test Automation
• Develop and maintain automated test software and scripts using tools such as Python, LabVIEW, MATLAB/Simulink, and C/C++.
• Integrate test equipment with telemetry systems, data acquisition platforms, and real‑time or non‑real‑time simulation environments.
• Ensure interoperability with aerospace communication protocols including:
  • RS-422 / RS485
  • MIL‑STD‑1553 / 1760
  • ARINC 429
  • CAN Bus
  • Ethernet‑based systems
• Support HIL testing and closed‑loop verification activities.
• Verification, Validation, and Maintenance
• Plan and support verification and validation (V&V) of test equipment to ensure accuracy, repeatability, reliability, and compliance.
• Develop and maintain:
  • Calibration plans
  • Preventive maintenance procedures
  • Failure investigation and root cause analysis reports.
• Manage configuration control, versioning, and change management of test hardware and software.
• System and Subsystem Test Support
• Provide engineering support during:
  • Component‑level testing
  • Subsystem and system integration testing
  • Environmental, functional, endurance, and acceptance testing.
• Collaborate with systems engineering, integration, and test teams to ensure:
  • Adequate test coverage
  • Full traceability to system and subsystem requirements.
• Prepare and maintain comprehensive documentation, including:
  • Test equipment design documentation
  • Test plans, procedures, and reports
  • User manuals and maintenance guides
  • Troubleshooting instructions
  • Compliance and certification evidence.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree (Required) in any of the following:
• Electrical Engineering
• Electronics Engineering
• Mechatronics Engineering
• Master’s Degree (Preferred) in any of the following:
• Systems Engineering
• Test Systems Engineering
• Automation Engineering
• A related technical discipline.

Professional Experience

• Minimum 10 years of experience in the design and deployment of test equipment for aerospace or defense applications, preferably within the UAV domain.
• Proven experience developing:
  • ATE and test benches
  • HIL and simulation systems
  • Hardware/software integration test solutions.
• Demonstrated experience in:
  • Safety‑critical systems testing
  • Requirements management and traceability
  • Test planning, procedure development, and formal test reporting

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified LabVIEW Developer (CLD) – Preferred
• INCOSE ASEP or CSEP – Advantageous
• IPC/WHMA A 620 (Cable and Wire Harness Assemblies) – Advantageous
• AS9100D or ISO 9101 Quality System Awareness – Preferred

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

If you feel your skills, experience and potential are a strong match for a role, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every requirement. 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.