Senior Unmanned Systems Specialist: Testing & Integration

AL TARIQ; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family visa

Flight tickets

Medical insurance for dependants

Education allowance

Job summary

EDGE, based in Abu Dhabi, seeks aSenior Specialist – Unmanned Systems to design, test, integrate and operate UAS/UGV/USV/UUV platforms and payloads, ensuring performance and safety across development and field trials.

The role requires the ability to develop documentation, training, and procedures, with a strong focus on FAT/SAT, regulatory adherence, and end-user support in a dynamic defence tech environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in avionics, electro-mechanical engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in unmanned systems testing or integration.
• Experience with UAS/UGV/USV/UUV platforms and payload integration.

Responsibilities

• Define and assess operational requirements for unmanned systems.
• Evaluate and execute test plans for unmanned platforms and payloads.
• Lead sensor integration testing and performance assessments.
• Plan and oversee operational trials and demonstrations.
• Develop end-user documentation, operating procedures, manuals, and training materials.
• Ensure compliance with airframe certifications and regulatory standards.
• Provide recommendations for system enhancements and capability development.
• Deliver operator and maintainer training programs.

Skills

Unmanned systems testing

Sensor integration

Test planning

Technical documentation

Operator/pilot experience

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Avionics Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electro-Mechanical Engineering

Job description

EDGE, based in Abu Dhabi, seeks aSenior Specialist – Unmanned Systems to design, test, integrate and operate UAS/UGV/USV/UUV platforms and payloads, ensuring performance and safety across development and field trials.

The role requires the ability to develop documentation, training, and procedures, with a strong focus on FAT/SAT, regulatory adherence, and end-user support in a dynamic defence tech environment.