System Engineer

EDGE GROUP; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense technology company is seeking a Systems Engineer to lead the design and integration of UAV mission systems in Abu Dhabi. The ideal candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and 10–15 years of experience in mission systems engineering, with a focus on regulatory compliance and system integration. This role involves collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to ensure mission readiness and compliance with defense standards.

Qualifications

• 10–15 years of experience in aerospace defense or UAV mission systems engineering.
• Proven expertise in integrating ISR and RF-based payloads on UAV or manned aircraft.
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks and military system integration.

Responsibilities

• Define and manage system-level requirements for mission payloads.
• Develop architecture and Interface Control Documents for integration.
• Lead integration of COTS and custom mission systems onto UAV platforms.

Skills

UAV mission systems integration

Systems engineering

Telecom protocols

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Avionics/Aerospace/Electrical Engineering

Master's degree in Systems or Mission Engineering

Tools

IBM DOORS

SysML/UML

VxWorks

Job description

System Engineer Jobs in Abu Dhabi, UAE

The Role

We are seeking a highly experiencedSystems Engineer – UAV Mission Systemsto lead the design, integration, validation, and lifecycle management of core and mission-specific subsystems across ADASI’s UAV platforms. This role is essential in delivering advanced ISR, EW, and payload systems that meet the operational, environmental, and regulatory requirements of our defense customers. You will collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams and external partners to ensure our platforms are mission-ready, secure, and performance-optimized.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and manage system-level requirements for mission payloads including EO/IR, SIGINT, COMINT, and tactical datalinks
• Develop architecture and Interface Control Documents (ICDs) for integration with avionics, sensors, and autopilots
• Lead integration of COTS and custom mission systems onto UAV platforms
• Develop and execute V&V plans across ground, simulation, and flight testing environments
• Analyze telemetry and test data to validate mission system performance
• Ensure compliance with DO-178C, DO-254, MIL-STD-461/810, and GCAA/MoD standards
• Prepare system documentation for certification, traceability, and configuration control
• Participate in SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, and QR reviews; engage with suppliers and defense end-users

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degreein Avionics, Aerospace, Electrical Engineering, or related field (required)
• Master’s degreein Systems or Mission Engineering (preferred)
• 10–15 years of experience in aerospace defense or UAV mission systems engineering
• Proven expertise in integrating ISR and RF-based payloads on UAV or manned aircraft
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks and military system integration

Technical Tools

• Systems engineering tools: IBM DOORS, Polarion, SysML/UML
• Communication protocols: ARINC 429, MIL-STD-1553, CAN, Ethernet, UART
• Environments: VxWorks, QNX, Embedded Linux
• Testing: HIL platforms, telemetry analysis tools, flight test planning
• Standards: DO-178C, DO-254, MIL-STD-810/461, GCAA airworthiness

Ideal Attributes

• Strategic systems thinker with strong technical leadership
• Excellent communicator and technical documenter
• Cross-functional collaborator who thrives in a high-security, mission-critical environment
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to platform safety, compliance, and performance
• Proactive, adaptable, and outcome-focused