Senior UAV Flight Test Lead

Edge Group

Abu Dhabi

On-site

AED 1,200,000 - 1,800,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

EDGE Group is seeking a Principal Flight Test Engineer based in Abu Dhabi to lead the planning, execution, and analysis of complex UAV flight test programs. You will serve as a technical authority within Flight Test Engineering, guiding junior engineers and aligning test activities with certification and safety objectives.

The role requires 12+ years of flight test experience, strong expertise in instrumentation, data analysis, and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

12+ years of flight test engineering experience.
Experience in UAV or manned aircraft flight testing, including system-level and full-aircraft integration.
Bachelor's or Master's in a related engineering field.

Responsibilities

Lead planning and execution of complex UAV flight test campaigns.
Review requirements and translate them into flight test objectives.
Prepare Flight Test Plans, Hazard Assessments, and Flight Test Reports as per the Flight Test Operations Manual.
Define and oversee requirements for Flight Test Instrumentation, telemetry, and test configurations.
Manage execution of flight tests with planning, monitoring, control, safety, and reporting.
Ensure adherence to aeronautical rules, local flight testing regulations, and engage with authorities.
Drive compliance with SMS, AS9100D, ISO 9001 and aviation safety standards.