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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\nADASI is the regional leader in autonomous systems and services, dedicated to offering holistic solutions - from the development and production of unmanned systems to joint mission analysis and equipment acquisition. We manufacture, operate, and maintain next-generation autonomous capabilities for air, land, and sea, operating in demanding environments. Headquartered in the UAE, we are committed to advancing the region’s technological edge in defense innovation.\nThe Systems Engineer - Hydraulic Systems is responsible for the design, development, integration, validation, and lifecycle support of hydraulic systems in UAV platforms. The role focuses on ensuring that hydraulic subsystems such as landing gear, flight control actuators, weapon release mechanisms, and auxiliary systems are designed and integrated to meet mission performance, reliability, and regulatory compliance requirements.\nRESPONSIBILITIES\nSystem Architecture & Requirements Management\nDevelop and manage system-level requirements and specifications for hydraulic systems, including pressure regulation, flow rates, fluid types, redundancy and safety features.\nCreate and ensure system safety analysis in parallel and maintain interface control documents (ICDs) and hydraulic circuit diagrams.\nCollaborate with airframe, avionics, actuation, and control systems teams to ensure integrated hydraulic system solutions.\nEnsure the that requirement definition, design processes, verification and integration for custom developed systems are in place (ADASI side and/or supplier side)\nPrepare related design verification documents including system DDPs.\nDesign & Integration Support\nSupport the selection, sizing, and integration of hydraulic components such as pumps, actuators, accumulators, reservoirs, filters, and valves.\nEnsure Design Life-Cycle management as per ARP4754\nConduct trade studies on hydraulic system configurations, sizing and equipment selection considering weight, reliability, maintainability, and cost.\nEnsure hydraulic systems integrate effectively with structural, avionics, electrical, landing gear and control systems.\nAnalysis, Verification & Testing\nContribute to hydraulic system analyses, including fluid dynamics simulations, contamination control studies, and thermal impact assessments.\nDefine and execute verification testing: pressure testing, endurance testing, environmental qualification (e.g. MIL-STD-810H, DO-160).\nSupport root cause analysis and corrective actions for hydraulic-related failures or performance issues.\nDevelop System Safety Assessments starting with FHA, FMEA and PSA, supporting the safety engineers in parallel.\nCompliance & Documentation\nEnsure hydraulic systems meet aerospace standards e.g.: MIL-PRF-5606, MIL-PRF-83282, MIL-STD-810H, DO-160.\nGenerate and maintain technical documentation: system design descriptions, test reports, compliance matrices, and safety assessments.\nSupport internal design reviews and prepare documentation for airworthiness, qualification and/or certification processes.\nCross-functional Collaboration\nWork closely with suppliers and subcontractors to ensure hydraulic components meet technical and quality requirements.\nEnsure the requirement definition, design process, verification and integration for custom developed systems (internal or supplier development).\nSupport design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR) and act as a key interface between hydraulic design activities and broader platform integration teams.\nEngage with manufacturing (DFM) and maintenance teams to ensure hydraulic system solutions are producible and maintainable.\nEnsure maintenance planning for hydraulic system and components including obsolescence management.\nBASIC QUALIFICATIONS\nEducational Background\nBachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Fluid Power/Systems Engineering (REQUIRED)\nMaster’s Degree in a related field (e.g., Hydraulics/Aerospace/Systems Engineering) (PREFERRED)\nProfessional Experience\n8+ years of experience in aerospace or defense industries, with 4+ years in hydraulic system design, analysis and/or integration.\nExperience in UAVs, military aircraft, rotorcraft, or similar platforms preferred.\nExperience in safety-critical system design.\nExperience in system design life-cycle.\nStrong knowledge of:\nHydraulic circuits and components (pumps, accumulators, valves, actuators)\nHydraulic fluid properties and contamination control\nFluid power simulation and analysis tools (e.g., SimHydraulics, Amesim, MATLAB/Simulink)\nSystem safety, redundancy, and fail-safe principles\nFamiliar with CAD tools (CATIA, NX, SolidWorks) for packaging and integration validation\nUnderstanding of applicable standards (e.g. ARP4754, ARP4761, MIL-STD-810H, DO-160, , AS9100)\nFamiliar with configuration management and PLM tools (e.g., Teamcenter, Windchill, ARAS).\nStrong knowledge and experience in system development life cycle management\nFamiliar with system safety, qualification and/or certification processes.\nKnowledge in environmental qualification and EMI & EMC compliance.\nCapable of technical management/monitoring of supplier design activities\n\nPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS\nINCOSE ASEP or CSEP - Preferred\nOEM or specialized training in hydraulic systems - Advantageous\nAS9100D or ISO 9001 quality systems awareness - Preferred\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. 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.\nAs 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.\nPlease note that EDGE does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. 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