Principal Engineer - MEG Design & Specification, Airframe
Role Overview
The role supports Halcon's development of advanced aerospace and defense products.
The source title identifies MEG design and specification for airframe; the role description calls the position Principal Engineer - Mechanical Design.
The engineer leads mechanical design across concept, detailed design, analysis, testing, manufacturing support, and in-service product support.
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About EDGE
EDGE is a UAE-headquartered advanced technology group working across defence and emerging technologies.
The group comprises more than 35 specialised companies and centres of excellence and develops technologies for defence and other sectors.
About the role
The role supports Halcon's development of advanced aerospace and defense products.
The source title identifies MEG design and specification for airframe; the role description calls the position Principal Engineer - Mechanical Design.
The engineer leads mechanical design across concept, detailed design, analysis, testing, manufacturing support, and in-service product support.
Responsibilities
- Lead mechanical design and development from concept through production and product support.
- Perform engineering calculations, simulations, design analyses, and technical evaluations against performance requirements.
- Develop and review design documentation, engineering changes, test specifications, and verification activities.
- Provide technical leadership, mentor engineers, and support multidisciplinary development programs and project execution.
Basic qualifications
- Bachelor's, Master's, or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Minimum relevant mechanical-design experience: 12 years with a bachelor's degree, 10 years with a master's degree, or 9 years with a PhD.
- Aerospace or defense industry experience is preferred.
- Strong expertise in CAD systems, Product Data Management (PDM), engineering analysis, and mechanical-design methodologies.
- Experience in product development, testing, manufacturing support, and performance evaluation of complex mechanical systems.
Preferred qualifications
- Experience in guided munition, missile, aerospace, or defense product development and manufacturing environments.
- Experience leading technical teams, mentoring engineers, and supporting multidisciplinary engineering programs.
Language
- English proficiency is required for all roles unless otherwise stated in the job posting.
Working at EDGE
- EDGE describes access to a learning academy, digital learning platforms, career support, and opportunities to collaborate with international colleagues.
- Competitive tax-free salaries are described; benefits may vary by role and seniority and can include family visas, annual flights, medical insurance, and children's education allowances.
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