Product Manager P200+

About Edge At EDGE bold ideas are engineered into technologies that protect, improve and save lives. Headquartered in the United Arab Emirates, EDGE is a leading advanced technology group working at the forefront of defence and emerging technologies. Spanning more than 35 specialised companies and multiple centres of excellence, we are purpose-built to move fast. Free from heavy legacy processes, we give our people the autonomy, accountability, and agility to bring breakthrough technologies from concept to reality. Based in Abu Dhabi, a globally connected hub at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, EDGE is home to a truly multicultural community where bold ideas thrive, and the future is shaped. Together, we are shaping the future. About The Role Product Manager — P220i Engine Programme Single-threaded owner of the P200+ class (P220i, ≈220 HP, MALE-class heavy-fuel engine) — Powertech’s highest-value, partnership-driven product. Responsibilities Product Ownership & Authority • Single-threaded owner — act as the final technical and commercial decision-maker for the P220i across its full lifecycle. • Roadmap & baseline — own the product roadmap, configuration baseline, requirements, and change control. • Product P&L — own the business case for a high-value, lower-volume product — unit cost, pricing, margin, and capital intensity. Partnership & Manufacturing (Italy) • Partner management — manage the Italy-based development and manufacturing partnership day-to-day — technical direction, milestones, deliverables, and commercial terms — within the agreed governance. • Industrialisation — drive build, assembly, and industrialisation of the P220i at the Italy facility; maintain strong on-site presence during development and build. Engineering & Product Definition • Requirements & interfaces — define and maintain engine requirements and interface control (mechanical, electrical, ECU/EFI, ICD) for MALE-class integration. • Architecture — drive decisions on the larger-displacement heavy-fuel architecture, EFI/ECU, redundancy, generator/power, and installation envelope. Programme & Delivery Management • Schedule & risk — own the master schedule, risk register, and gate/milestone delivery (concept → development → qualification → first build). • Governance — report programme and partnership status; manage interdependencies and recovery planning. Test, Validation & Qualification • Test strategy — own the test and qualification strategy; direct the assigned Test Engineer and approve test plans, acceptance criteria, and qualification evidence. • Hands-on — be present in the test cell and at integration / flight-test campaigns; review and sign off test data. • Compliance — drive compliance against customer specifications (e.g., Reach-M) and applicable airworthiness/environmental standards. Customer & Business Development • Customer interface — be the primary technical and commercial point of contact for MALE-class customers; lead RFQ/SOW, quotations, and negotiations with BD support. • Pipeline — develop the high-value MALE-class pipeline regionally and internationally. Basic Qualifications • Degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Automotive, or Propulsion Engineering (Master’s desirable). • 8+ years in engine/powertrain development or propulsion programme management, including significant programme leadership. • Demonstrated end-to-end ownership of a complex engine/powertrain product through development, qualification, and delivery. • Proven management of development/manufacturing partnerships or joint ventures, ideally cross-border. • Strong commercial acumen on high-value, capital-intensive products. Preferred Qualifications • Heavy-fuel / larger-displacement engine experience; MALE-class UAV propulsion. • Defence programme and offset/JV experience; ISO 9001 / AS9100 environments. • Italian-market familiarity and experience working with Italian engineering/manufacturing partners. • Engine architecture and integration; EFI/ECU and fuel systems; performance and reliability fundamentals (power, BSFC, TBO). • Partnership/JV governance, contract and milestone management, industrialisation. • CAD (SolidWorks), STEP/CATIA interfacing; requirements and ICD management; programme, cost, and risk tooling. WHY CHOOSE EDGE Launched in November 2019, the UAE's EDGE is one of the world's leading advanced technology groups, established to develop agile, bold and disruptive solutions for defence and beyond, and to be a catalyst for change and transformation. It is dedicated to bringing breakthrough innovations, products, and services to market with greater speed and efficiency, to position the UAE as a leading global hub for future industries, and to creating clear paths within the sector for the next generation of highly skilled talent to thrive. At EDGE, the real investment goes beyond compensation. Through our dedicated learning academy and digital learning platforms, employees have access to extensive opportunities to develop new skills, deepen their expertise, and advance their careers. Combined with the freedom to innovate, strong career support, and the opportunity to collaborate with world-class talent from across the globe, EDGE is a place where you can continue to grow, keep learning, and turn ambitious ideas into meaningful outcomes. Working at EDGE also comes with a package that genuinely reflects how much we value our people. Salaries are highly competitive and tax-free and, depending on your role and seniority, benefits can include family visas, annual flight tickets, medical insurance for you and your dependents, and education allowances for your children. CANDIDATE PRIVACY & EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT If you feel your skills, experience and potential are a strong match for a role, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every requirement. We are genuinely interested in what you can bring to EDGE. Any information you share as part of your EDGE candidate profile or job application will be handled in accordance with applicable data protection and privacy regulations. EDGE is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and high-performing workforce. We believe every individual deserves to be treated with fairness, respect and dignity, and our employment decisions reflect that. We do not discriminate based on race, colour, nationality, ethnicity, religion, gender, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. As a global organisation, effective collaboration across international teams is central to how we work, so English proficiency is required for all roles unless otherwise stated in the job posting. Please note that EDGE does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. A

Degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Automotive, or Propulsion Engineering (Master’s desirable). 8+ years in engine/powertrain development or propulsion programme management, including significant programme leadership. Demonstrated end-to-end ownership of a complex engine/powertrain product through development, qualification, and delivery. Proven management of development/manufacturing partnerships or joint ventures, ideally cross-border. Strong commercial acumen on high-value, capital-intensive products.

Product Ownership & Authority: act as the final technical and commercial decision-maker for the P220i across its full lifecycle; own the product roadmap, configuration baseline, requirements, and change control; own the business case for a high-value, lower-volume product — unit cost, pricing, margin, and capital intensity. Partnership & Manufacturing (Italy): manage the Italy-based development and manufacturing partnership day-to-day — technical direction, milestones, deliverables, and commercial terms — within the agreed governance; drive build, assembly, and industrialisation of the P220i at the Italy facility; maintain strong on-site presence during development and build. Engineering & Product Definition: define and maintain engine requirements and interface control (mechanical, electrical, ECU/EFI, ICD) for MALE-class integration; drive decisions on the larger-displacement heavy-fuel architecture, EFI/ECU, redundancy, generator/power, and installation envelope. Programme & Delivery Management: own the master schedule, risk register, and gate/milestone delivery (concept → development → qualification → first build); report programme and partnership status; manage interdependencies and recovery planning. Test, Validation & Qualification: own the test and qualification strategy; direct the assigned Test Engineer and approve test plans, acceptance criteria, and qualification evidence; be present in the test cell and at integration / flight-test campaigns; review and sign off test data; drive compliance against customer specifications (e.g., Reach-M) and applicable airworthiness/environmental standards. Customer & Business Development: be the primary technical and commercial point of contact for MALE-class customers; lead RFQ/SOW, quotations, and negotiations with BD support; pipeline — develop the high-value MALE-class pipeline regionally and internationally.