Senior EO Technician

About the role

EDGE, an advanced technology group headquartered in the UAE focused on defence and emerging technologies, is hiring a Senior EO Technician in Abu Dhabi. This technical expert has a strong understanding of both electrical engineering and optical communications and resolves complex technical issues within MRO and production.

Key responsibilities

• Drive and train the team in technical troubleshooting and repair solutions.
• Design, simulate and prototype electrical systems for electro-mechanical systems used in land, air and marine applications.
• Develop motor control algorithms, sensor interfaces and power electronics solutions for actuator systems.
• Design motor control circuits for precise motion control in electro-mechanical sensor systems.
• Develop and implement power electronics circuits for efficient power delivery and conversion.
• Apply digital signal processing (DSP), DAC and FPGA technology to improve system performance.
• Integrate sensors (position, torque, force, temperature) into EOIR systems and implement feedback control systems.
• Test, debug and validate EOIR hardware and firmware at system level.
• Train team members, promote continuous improvement, monitor asset calibration and ensure health and safety compliance.

Required profile

• Bachelor or diploma in engineering (electro-optics, electronic, electrical or mechanical) or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in the same field.
• Preferred: successfully completed major projects during studies.
• English proficiency required.

Required skills

• Electrical repairs and sensors integration.
• Tools and equipment management, technical documentation including drawings and test reports.
• DSP, DAC and FPGA knowledge.

What we offer

• Tax-free salaries and highly competitive pay.
• Benefits that may include family visas, annual flight tickets, medical insurance for dependents and education allowances for children.
• A learning academy and digital learning platforms, plus career support.