Technician - Assembly

EDGE; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

EDGE is seeking an experienced mechanical assembler for ADVANCED CONCEPTS, an EDGE entity focusing on high-technology autonomous systems. You will assemble precision parts and sub-assemblies, align components, and work with engineers to prototype mechanical systems.

The role involves testing, documentation, and collaboration with design and fabrication teams to ensure fit and function, while maintaining safety and housekeeping standards.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience maintaining or assembling aircraft systems, drones or UAVs.
• Experience assembling aerospace, defense, or precision engineering products.
• Skilled with mechanical tools, fasteners, fittings, and alignment procedures.
• Knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic, or electromechanical systems.
• Basic computer literacy for administration purposes and email communications.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical assembly of precision parts, sub-assemblies, and complete systems based on engineering drawings and instructions.
• Use hand tools, torque tools, and alignment instruments to assemble components to tight tolerances.
• Conduct test fitting, adjustment, and troubleshooting of mechanical systems during prototyping.
• Work closely with design and fabrication teams to ensure parts fit and function as intended.
• Maintain assembly documentation, inspection records, and feedback reports.
• Ensure tools and workstations are maintained and follow safety and housekeeping standards.
• Assist in integration and testing of mechanical systems with electrical or hydraulic components, as required.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical assembly

Education

High School Diploma Certificate

Tools

Hand tools

Torque tools

Alignment instruments

Basic computer systems

Job description

Job Description:

External Job Description

ADVANCED CONCEPTS

ADVANCED CONCEPTS is an entity within EDGE dedicated to the design and deployment of advanced, innovative technologies. ADVANCED CONCEPTS is fast-tracking the development of high-technology autonomous systems, including three Medium Endurance, High Altitude, fixed-wing unmanned aerial systems, a family of precision loitering munitions, a cost- effective family of cruise missiles, and a range of guided artillery munitions.

Core Accountabilities:

• Perform mechanical assembly of precision parts, sub-assemblies, and complete systems based on engineering drawings and instructions.
• Use hand tools, torque tools, and alignment instruments to assemble components to tight tolerances.
• Conduct test fitting, adjustment, and troubleshooting of mechanical systems during prototyping.
• Work closely with design and fabrication teams to ensure parts fit and function as intended.
• Maintain assembly documentation, inspection records, and feedback reports.
• Ensure tools and workstations are maintained and follow safety and housekeeping standards.
• Assist in integration and testing of mechanical systems with electrical or hydraulic components, as required.

Qualification / Experience

• High School Diploma Certificate
• Minimum 5 plus years experience maintaining or assembling one of these categories (Aircraft systems including drones or UAVs | Combustion engines | Pneumatic/hydraulic systems
• Experience assembling aerospace, defense, or precision engineering products.
• Skilled in handling mechanical tools, fasteners, fittings, and alignment procedures.
• Understanding of pneumatic, hydraulic, or electromechanical systems.
• Functional competence in basic computer systems for administration purposes, email communications

Requirements: