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ABOUT EDGE

At EDGE bold ideas are engineered into technologies that protect, improve and save lives.

Headquartered in the United Arab Emirates, EDGE is a leading advanced technology group working at the forefront of defence and emerging technologies. Spanning more than 35 specialised companies and multiple centres of excellence, we are purpose-built to move fast. Free from heavy legacy processes, we give our people the autonomy, accountability, and agility to bring breakthrough technologies from concept to reality.

Based in Abu Dhabi, a globally connected hub at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, EDGE is home to a truly multicultural community where bold ideas thrive, and the future is shaped.

Together, we are shaping the future.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Principal System Engineer - Desert Sting at Halcon is responsible to develop, execute and improve the system engineering program for the guided weapon product. The job incumbent ensures the Technical (Requirement, Risk) Management of the programme deliverables and ensures that the System functional specifications adhere to system requirements. He/She also ensures traceability- and interface compliance to the system specification of the product.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the Desert Sting Project Manager and design team in developing the Engineering Management Plan
• Provide inputs to a software-design-requirement with achievable test verification, fully traceable from development through operational test
• Support systems architecture and lead the transition to software architecture components and views with an emphasis on modular, open architecture implementations
• Support Earned Value Process through evaluation, execution and impact assessments to technical performance by identifying risks and presenting mitigation options
• Analyse requirements to support software design, test and traceability from development through operational test including incorporating software design-oriented thought processes, as well as ensuring verification oriented results
• Support test activity from test case development through test script execution
• Support generation of material for contract deliverables
• Apply engineering principles to investigate, analyse, plan, design, develop, and/or evaluate requirements for product systems
• Review and prepare engineering and technical analyses, reports, change proposals, and other technical documentation
• Ensure the alignment of product design with requirements
• Develop design and product specifications
• Conduct functional analysis to ensure safety of the systems, sub-systems and interface
• Write the functional requirements of systems, sub-systems and components
• Manage the technical deliverables on time required by Project Management
• Perform other tasks like technical baseline management of the programme, confirming technical performance of the product, validating evaluation/flight test results of sub-systems and product and conducting verification of product performance against System Requirement Specification
• Coach and mentor junior team members and contribute to the knowledge of the office through collaborative exchange

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in electronics or systems engineering
• 10+ years of extensive experience in system design and development for missile programs in the Defence Environment
• Proven practical experience with Risk Assessment, Test and Evaluation for missile programs
• Expert knowledge of System Interface Management
• Demonstrated expertise with Traceability and Verification Management
• Data pack management and change control

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Masters’ Degree or PhD in Engineering relevant to the defense industry

WHY CHOOSE EDGE

Launched in November 2019, the UAE's EDGE is one of the world's leading advanced technology groups, established to develop agile, bold and disruptive solutions for defence and beyond, and to be a catalyst for change and transformation. It is dedicated to bringing breakthrough innovations, products, and services to market with greater speed and efficiency, to position the UAE as a leading global hub for future industries, and to creating clear paths within the sector for the next generation of highly skilled talent to thrive.

At EDGE, the real investment goes beyond compensation. Through our dedicated learning academy and digital learning platforms, employees have access to extensive opportunities to develop new skills, deepen their expertise, and advance their careers. Combined with the freedom to innovate, strong career support, and the opportunity to collaborate with world-class talent from across the globe, EDGE is a place where you can continue to grow, keep learning, and turn ambitious ideas into meaningful outcomes.

Working at EDGE also comes with a package that genuinely reflects how much we value our people. Salaries are highly competitive and tax-free and, depending on your role and seniority, benefits can include family visas, annual flight tickets, medical insurance for you and your dependents, and education allowances for your children.

CANDIDATE PRIVACY & EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

If you feel your skills, experience and potential are a strong match for a role, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every requirement. We are genuinely interested in what you can bring to EDGE.

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EDGE is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and high-performing workforce. We believe every individual deserves to be treated with fairness, respect and dignity, and our employment decisions reflect that. We do not discriminate based on race, colour, nationality, ethnicity, religion, gender, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

As a global organisation, effective collaboration across international teams is central to how we work, so English proficiency is required for all roles unless otherwise stated in the job posting.

Please note that EDGE does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Any resumes in the absence of a formally executed agreement in place will be deemed the property of EDGE, and no placement fees or compensation will be payable in respect of such submissions.