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EDGE Group

Senior Engineer Advanced Engine Architecture

Abu DhabiFull-timeOn-sitePosted May 26, 2026
Advanced Propulsion SystemsUAV PropulsionRapid PrototypingExperimental ArchitecturesHybrid-Electric PropulsionHydrogen PowertrainsPropulsion System DesignPropulsion System Testing

Role overview

We are seeking a Senior propulsion engineer to contribute to the end-to-end development of advanced propulsion systems, with a strong emphasis on experimental architectures, UAV propulsion, and rapid prototyping. This role is responsible for developing propulsion systems from first-principles concept through design, integration, testing, and field deployment, including turbojet engines, hybrid-electric systems, and hydrogen-based powertrains.

What you will do

  • Own complete propulsion system architectures from concept, trade studies, and sizing through prototyping, testing, and deployment
  • Lead development of turbojet, hybrid-electric, and hydrogen fuel cell propulsion systems for UAV and AAM platforms
  • Define system-level requirements, interfaces, and integration strategies across mechanical, electrical, and control domains.Define and execute ground and flight test campaigns
  • Develop test rigs, instrumentation, and validation methodologies
  • Lead failure analysis and root-cause investigations, driving rapid design improvements
  • Support flight readiness reviews and system demonstrations

Skills profile

Required skills

Advanced Propulsion SystemsUAV PropulsionRapid PrototypingExperimental ArchitecturesHybrid-Electric PropulsionHydrogen PowertrainsPropulsion System DesignPropulsion System Testing
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