Senior Systems Engineer Hydraulic Systems

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

Job summary

EDGE, based in Abu Dhabi, seeks a Systems Engineer – Hydraulic Systems to design, integrate and validate hydraulic subsystems for UAV platforms. You will drive requirements, perform safety analyses, and ensure regulatory compliance across the life cycle.

Ideal candidates have 8+ years in aerospace/defense with hands-on hydraulic design, familiarity with ARP4754/ARP4761, and proficiency in CAD/analysis tools. This role is based in Abu Dhabi on site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical/aerospace/fluids engineering is required.
• 8+ years in aerospace/defense with 4+ years in hydraulic design/integration.
• Experience with UAVs or similar platforms preferred.
• Knowledge of ARP4754/ARP4761, MIL-STD, and DO-160 beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Define system-level hydraulic requirements and safety analyses.
• Design, integrate, and verify hydraulic subsystems for UAVs.
• Create ICDs, system diagrams, and verification plans.
• Collaborate across airframe, avionics, and control teams.
• Support testing, qualification, and certification processes.

Skills

Hydraulic system design

System safety

Gas/fluids knowledge

ARP4754/ARP4761

System life cycle

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical/Aerospace/Fluid Power

Master's in related field

Tools

CATIA

NX

SolidWorks

MATLAB/Simulink

Job description

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

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 Systems Engineer – Hydraulic Systems is responsible for the design, development, integration, validation, and lifecycle support of hydraulic systems in UAV platforms. The role focuses on ensuring that hydraulic subsystems such as landing gear, flight control actuators, weapon release mechanisms, and auxiliary systems are designed and integrated to meet mission performance, reliability, and regulatory compliance requirements.

RESPONSIBILITIES

System Architecture & Requirements Management

• Develop and manage system-level requirements and specifications for hydraulic systems, including pressure regulation, flow rates, fluid types, redundancy and safety features.
• Create and ensure system safety analysis in parallel and maintain interface control documents (ICDs) and hydraulic circuit diagrams.
• Collaborate with airframe, avionics, actuation, and control systems teams to ensure integrated hydraulic system solutions.
• Ensure the that requirement definition, design processes, verification and integration for custom developed systems are in place (ADASI side and/or supplier side)
• Prepare related design verification documents including system DDPs.

Design & Integration Support

• Support the selection, sizing, and integration of hydraulic components such as pumps, actuators, accumulators, reservoirs, filters, and valves.
• Ensure Design Life-Cycle management as per ARP4754
• Conduct trade studies on hydraulic system configurations, sizing and equipment selection considering weight, reliability, maintainability, and cost.
• Ensure hydraulic systems integrate effectively with structural, avionics, electrical, landing gear and control systems.

Analysis, Verification & Testing

• Contribute to hydraulic system analyses, including fluid dynamics simulations, contamination control studies, and thermal impact assessments.
• Define and execute verification testing: pressure testing, endurance testing, environmental qualification (e.g. MIL-STD-810H, DO-160).
• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions for hydraulic-related failures or performance issues.
• Develop System Safety Assessments starting with FHA, FMEA and PSA, supporting the safety engineers in parallel.

Compliance & Documentation

• Ensure hydraulic systems meet aerospace standards e.g.: MIL-PRF-5606, MIL-PRF-83282, MIL-STD-810H, DO-160.
• Generate and maintain technical documentation: system design descriptions, test reports, compliance matrices, and safety assessments.
• Support internal design reviews and prepare documentation for airworthiness, qualification and/or certification processes.

Cross-functional Collaboration

• Work closely with suppliers and subcontractors to ensure hydraulic components meet technical and quality requirements.
• Ensure the requirement definition, design process, verification and integration for custom developed systems (internal or supplier development).
• Support design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR) and act as a key interface between hydraulic design activities and broader platform integration teams.
• Engage with manufacturing (DFM) and maintenance teams to ensure hydraulic system solutions are producible and maintainable.
• Ensure maintenance planning for hydraulic system and components including obsolescence management.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

Educational Background

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Fluid Power/Systems Engineering (REQUIRED)
• Master’s Degree in a related field (e.g., Hydraulics/Aerospace/Systems Engineering) (PREFERRED)

Professional Experience

• 8+ years of experience in aerospace or defense industries, with 4+ years in hydraulic system design, analysis and/or integration.
• Experience in UAVs, military aircraft, rotorcraft, or similar platforms preferred.
• Experience in safety-critical system design.
• Experience in system design life-cycle.

Strong knowledge of:

• Hydraulic circuits and components (pumps, accumulators, valves, actuators)
• Hydraulic fluid properties and contamination control
• Fluid power simulation and analysis tools (e.g., SimHydraulics, Amesim, MATLAB/Simulink)
• System safety, redundancy, and fail-safe principles
• Familiar with CAD tools (CATIA, NX, SolidWorks) for packaging and integration validation
• Understanding of applicable standards (e.g. ARP4754, ARP4761, MIL-STD-810H, DO-160, , AS9100)
• Familiar with configuration management and PLM tools (e.g., Teamcenter, Windchill, ARAS).
• Strong knowledge and experience in system development life cycle management
• Familiar with system safety, qualification and/or certification processes.
• Knowledge in environmental qualification and EMI & EMC compliance.
• Capable of technical management/monitoring of supplier design activities

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• INCOSE ASEP or CSEP – Preferred
• OEM or specialized training in hydraulic systems – Advantageous
• AS9100D or ISO 9001 quality systems awareness – Preferred

WHY CHOOSE EDGE

Launched in November 2019, the UAEs EDGE is one of the worlds 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

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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.