UAV Airframe Design Engineer: Lightweight, CAD Prototyping

TalentOne; Al Ain; On-site; AED 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

TalentOne is seeking a UAV Airframe Design Engineer to develop lightweight, strong drone structures. The role covers 3D design, material selection, structural evaluation, and prototype development.

You will design and modify UAV frames using SolidWorks, CATIA, or Fusion 360, select carbon fibre composites and aerospace alloys, support testing, and ensure designs are manufacturable and production-ready. The ideal candidate will collaborate with manufacturing and quality teams, document designs,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Materials Engineering.
• Minimum 5+ years in UAV structural design.
• Proficient in SolidWorks, CATIA, Fusion 360 or similar.
• Experience in structural design, material selection, and engineering drawings.
• Knowledge of carbon-fibre composites and lightweight structures.
• FDM 3D printing or rapid prototyping experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and modify UAV frames, airframes, brackets, mounts, and structural components using 3D CAD.
• Develop lightweight but strong, durable drone structures.
• Select materials such as carbon fibre, aerospace alloys, engineering plastics.
• Support structural analysis, vibration assessment, and design validation.
• Prepare prototypes and support testing and design improvements.
• Coordinate with manufacturing to ensure production-ready designs.
• Create technical drawings, design documentation, and revision updates.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and confidentiality requirements.

Skills

UAV airframe design

3D CAD modelling

Structural analysis

Material selection

Prototype development

Design for manufacturing

Technical problem-solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering/Aerospace Engineering/Materials Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

CATIA

Fusion 360

Job description

TalentOne is seeking a UAV Airframe Design Engineer to develop lightweight, strong drone structures. The role covers 3D design, material selection, structural evaluation, and prototype development.

You will design and modify UAV frames using SolidWorks, CATIA, or Fusion 360, select carbon fibre composites and aerospace alloys, support testing, and ensure designs are manufacturable and production-ready. The ideal candidate will collaborate with manufacturing and quality teams, document designs,