UAV Powertrain Engineer, Avionics & Electric Propulsion

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

Job summary

AirQ Limited in Abu Dhabi seeks an Avionics Powertrain Engineer to lead design analysis and optimization of UAV propulsion powertrains, including motors, inverters, batteries and power electronics to meet performance and safety goals.

You will perform detailed calculations and simulations (MATLAB/Simulink or Python), size components, run trade studies, and collaborate with flight controls and software teams to deliver reliable systems for UAV platforms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical or Aerospace Engineering or related field.
• Experience in electric powertrain design for UAVs, aerospace, automotive or robotics.
• Strong understanding of electric motors, power electronics and battery systems.
• Experience with MATLAB/Simulink or Python.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical and system-level calculations for UAV propulsion systems, including power, torque, efficiency and energy consumption.
• Develop and validate powertrain architectures based on mission requirements.
• Conduct trade studies to optimize weight, cost and performance.
• Define interfaces between propulsion components and avionics systems.
• Build and validate simulation models for motor performance and power electronics behavior.
• Define test plans for powertrain validation (bench and flight tests).
• Collaborate with flight controls and software teams for motor control and power management.

Skills

Analytical thinking

System-level engineering mindset

Attention to detail

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Electrical Engineering

Aerospace Engineering

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

Python

Lab instrumentation

Job description

AirQ Limited in Abu Dhabi seeks an Avionics Powertrain Engineer to lead design analysis and optimization of UAV propulsion powertrains, including motors, inverters, batteries and power electronics to meet performance and safety goals.

You will perform detailed calculations and simulations (MATLAB/Simulink or Python), size components, run trade studies, and collaborate with flight controls and software teams to deliver reliable systems for UAV platforms.