Chief Technician, Weapon Integration (Mechatronics)

About the role

EDGE Group PJSC, a defence and emerging technologies group headquartered in the UAE, is hiring a Chief Technician for its Halcon Mechatronics department in Abu Dhabi. The role leads the integration, assembly and testing of precision-guided weapons and missile systems, supports ground testing, flight testing and launch platform integration, acts as the technical bridge between engineering design and production teams, and ensures products meet performance, quality and acceptance requirements in a defence environment.

Key responsibilities

• Perform integration, assembly, acceptance testing and evaluation of guided weapons and missile systems.
• Support ground testing, flight testing and launch platform integration activities.
• Manage Interface Control Documents (ICDs), harness development and integration data packs.
• Develop and maintain tools, jigs, fixtures, assembly instructions and testing procedures.
• Train and mentor technicians while ensuring compliance with engineering processes and workflows.

Required profile

• Degree or diploma in Electrical, Mechatronics, Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 6-10 years of experience in guided weapons, missile systems or defense integration programs.
• Preferred: experience in defense, aerospace, military or missile development environments.
• English proficiency required for all roles.

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of systems engineering, baseline management and engineering documentation.
• Experience with manufacturing, testing, integration and acceptance of complex electro-mechanical systems.
• Preferred: knowledge of guidance and control systems, weapon telemetry and launch platform integration.

What we offer

• Highly competitive, tax-free salaries.
• Benefits that may include family visas, annual flight tickets, medical insurance for you and your dependents, and education allowances for your children.
• A learning academy and digital learning platforms, career support and collaboration with global talent.