Avionics & Mission Systems Test Equipment Engineer

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ADASI, part of the EDGE Group, seeks an Avionics and Mission Systems Test Equipment Engineer in Abu Dhabi to design and maintain UAV test equipment for acceptance testing. Responsibilities include building test benches, firmware and software design, interfaces to the system under test, automation, and documentation. Requirements: a bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, six to eight years in UAV or aerospace test equipment design, CAD skills, and programming in Python, LabVIEW or C/C++. Familiarity with MIL-STD, DO-160 and ISO standards preferred. To apply, tailor your resume to show measurable automation results, lifecycle involvement, and collaboration with design and test teams onsite in Abu Dhabi, aligning with UAE security and innovation goals.

About ADASI:

ADASI is the regional leader in autonomous systems and services, offering cutting-edge solutions across air, land, and sea domains. As part of the EDGE Group, ADASI focuses on designing, developing, and delivering next-generation unmanned systems that perform in complex environments, meeting the tactical needs of modern defense operations.

Job Purpose:

The Avionics & Mission Systems Test Equipment Engineer is responsible for developing, and maintaining specialized test equipment and systems to support acceptance and qualification testing of UAV platforms and subsystems. This role ensures that test solutions meet system requirements, enable efficient and accurate validation, and align with customer and regulatory standards. The engineer collaborates closely with system, design, and test execution teams to provide testability input, develop hardware/software interfaces, automate test processes, and maintain robust test environments throughout the product lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Design Test Equipment to enable execution of Acceptance Testing as per Requirements specified by System Engineer
• Working closely with test execution team to understand the test cases, propose test capabilities
• Collaborate with the development team to troubleshoot, debug, and fix issues
• Participate in Platform/System design reviews to give testability inputs to platform designers
• Design and implement firmware and software for Specialized Test Equipment
• Design interfaces between Test Bench and System Under Test
• Integrate FW/SW installation into the test process as per customer requirements
• Create test process instructions
• Build, commissioning and maintenance of complex test systems
• Developing requirements, methods, test plans, flow charts, data flow diagrams and other documentation to verify designs
• Update test scripts based on bugs and changes/upgrades in the system
• Maintain and upgrade test environments as needed
• Help coordinate and conduct user acceptance testing

Qualification & Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field (Master’s degree is a plus).
• Experience: 6-8 years of experience in test equipment design, development, and integration, preferably in UAV or aerospace industries.
• Training: Continuous professional development in emerging test technologies and UAV system advancements, aerospace standarts, familiarity with military or aerospace protocols is preferred.

Skills & Competencies:

• Proven experience in test automation, test procedures, and troubleshooting.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks) for designing test equipment.
• Experience with programming and scripting languages (e.g., Python, LabVIEW, C/C++).
• Experience in using electrical testing instruments like oscilloscopes, power analyzers, and signal generators.
• Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and systems engineering principles.
• Experience with UAV systems or testing environments, including avionics, propulsion, and communication systems preferred.
• Knowledge of simulation and modeling tools preferred.
• Familiarity with relevant industry standards (e.g., MIL-STD, DO-160, ISO 9001) preferred.
• Certifications in safety standards (e.g., OSHA, IEC standards) or relevant engineering certifications (e.g., PMP) preferred.

Why Join ADASI:

• Contribute to strategic defense initiatives that support the UAE’s national security and innovation objectives.
• Be part of a forward-looking organization leading advancements in autonomous and unmanned systems.
• Enjoy a dynamic work environment with opportunities for career growth, leadership development, and impact on national-scale programs.

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