{"id":3953064,"url":"https://alion.io/job/edge-group-principal-engineer-solid-rocket-motor","title":"Principal Engineer, Solid Rocket Motor","company":{"id":48610,"name":"EDGE Group","domain":"edgegroup.ae","url":"https://alion.io/company/edge-group","size_band":"1001-5000","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"SuccessFactors","truth_index":{"grade":"A","score":100,"open_postings":16,"ghost_share":0,"stale_share":0.125,"repost_share":0,"time_to_fill_p50_days":20,"computed_at":"2026-11-09T06:03:00Z"}},"role":"Industrial Engineering","role_family":"Industrial Engineering","seniority":"lead","employment_type":null,"work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates"],"countries":["AE"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":null,"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":10,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-11-09T05:40:46Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-11-09","last_verified_at":"2026-11-09T05:40:46Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":0,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":0},"description":"ABOUT EDGE\nAt EDGE bold ideas are engineered into technologies that protect, improve and save lives.\nHeadquartered 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.\nBased 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.\nTogether, we are shaping the future.\nABOUT THE ROLE\nHALCON is seeking a highly accomplished Principal Engineer,Solid Rocket Motors (SRM) to provide technical leadership across the design, development, testing, qualification, and optimization of next-generation missile propulsion systems.\nThis is a critical technical authority role responsible for leading rocket motor design activities, driving innovation in propulsion performance, and guiding multidisciplinary engineering teams through the complete SRM lifecycle. The successful candidate will combine deep technical expertise in solid rocket motor design, internal ballistics, and propulsion simulation with the leadership capability to influence strategy, mentor engineers, and deliver mission-critical programs.\nRESPONSIBILITIES\nLead the design, development, optimization, and performance assessment of Solid Rocket Motor (SRM) propulsion systems.\nProvide technical authority for rocket motor architecture, safety analysis, and subsystem integration.\nReview and approve rocket motor designs, ensuring performance, manufacturability, reliability, and safety requirements are achieved.\nPlan and execute Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulations and internal ballistic analyses to validate propulsion performance.\nLead investigations into design anomalies and resolve discrepancies between analytical predictions and test results.\nDevelop and implement best practices, methodologies, and standards for SRM design, modelling, and simulation activities.\nDrive research and development initiatives focused on next-generation propulsion technologies and advanced manufacturing methods.\nSupport missile system integration by ensuring propulsion performance aligns with overall system requirements.\nReview and approve technical reports, design reviews, test reports, and program recommendations.\nMentor and develop propulsion engineers through coaching, technical guidance, workshops, and knowledge-sharing initiatives.\nEnsure technical lessons learned, methodologies, and engineering knowledge are documented and institutionalized across the organization.\nSupport critical design reviews, qualification campaigns, customer interactions, and program milestone activities.\nBASIC QUALIFICATIONS\nEssential Qualifications\nBachelor's Degree in:Aerospace Engineering\nMechanical Engineering\nChemical Engineering\nOr a related engineering discipline\n\nEssential Experience\nMinimum 10-15 years of experience in Solid Rocket Motor design, development, analysis, or missile propulsion engineering.Demonstrated technical leadership experience within complex defense, aerospace, missile, or space propulsion programs.Extensive experience performing rocket motor performance analysis, internal ballistics modelling, and propulsion system design.Proven experience supporting propulsion development through design, testing, qualification, and production transition phases.\nPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS\nLed a complete Solid Rocket Motor development and qualification program from concept through flight qualification.\nPrevious experience as Chief Engineer, Lead Engineer, Technical Authority, or Principal Engineer within missile, guided weapon, or space propulsion programs.\nExperience with tactical missile systems, guided munitions, launch vehicles, or space propulsion applications.\nTechnical Competencies\nSolid Rocket Motor Design & Analysis\nInternal Ballistics Modelling\nCFD Simulation and Performance Analysis\nPropellant Chemistry and Energetic Materials\nRocket Motor Safety Assessment\nMissile Propulsion Integration\nStatic Test Planning and Evaluation\nQualification and Verification Activities\nEngineering Governance and Technical Reviews\nRoot Cause Analysis and Corrective Action Management\nLeadership Competencies\nStrategic Thinking\nTechnical Leadership\nAdvanced Problem Solving\nStakeholder Engagement\nDecision Making Under Technical Uncertainty\nMentoring and Capability Development\nCross-Functional Team Leadership\nWHY CHOOSE EDGE\nLaunched 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.\nAt 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.\nWorking 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.\nCANDIDATE PRIVACY & EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT\nIf 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.\nAny information you share as part of your EDGE candidate profile or job application will be handled in accordance with applicable data protection and privacy regulations.\nEDGE 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. 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