Mechanical Integration Engineer

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 Pulse Nova, one of the joint ventures at EDGE, is hiring a Mechanical Integration Engineer to design, develop, and validate mechanical components, assemblies, and mounting structures to integrate radar, EW, C2, and sensor systems onto naval, ground, and airborne platforms. The role involves performing mechanical interface and structural analyses, preparing 3D CAD models and manufacturing drawings, and ensuring compliance with military environmental standards. The engineer will lead hardware installation activities, coordinate with technicians, and support mechanical testing, troubleshooting, and system qualification. Responsibilities • Design and validate 3D mechanical parts, assemblies, and structures to integrate radar, EW, C2, and sensors onto naval, ground-vehicle, and airborne/UAS platforms. • Design equipment mounts, support structures, and protective enclosures in line with MIL-STD-810G (or equivalent) requirements. • Perform mechanical interface analysis: weight and footprint budgets, power consumption, cooling, and vibration/shock loading per platform. • Prepare 3D CAD models, detailed manufacturing drawings, and mechanical installation drawings. • Lead and support the physical installation of hardware on each platform, coordinating directly with the installation technicians. • Support mechanical checks and tests and troubleshooting of electromechanical issues during integration and trials. • Support environmental and qualification testing (vibration, shock, ingress protection, thermal). Basic Qualifications • Degree in Mechanical Engineering. • Minimum 5+ years of experience in 3D mechanical design and integration of electronic equipment onto vehicles, vessels, or aircraft. • Hands-on experience developing and validating mechanical prototypes, including 3D printing and fit checks. • Familiarity with MIL-STD-810G or equivalent environmental qualification standards. • Proficiency in 3D CAD tools such as Siemens NX or SolidWorks. Experience with Ansys or equivalent tools for structural analysis. • Hands-on experience with installation tooling, torque specifications, and workmanship standards. • Willingness to travel to integration and test sites, including desert/field campaigns and naval facilities. 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. Any resumes in the absence of a formally executed agreement in place will be deemed the property of EDGE, and no placement fees or compensation will be payable in respect of such submissions.

Degree in Mechanical Engineering. Minimum 5+ years of experience in 3D mechanical design and integration of electronic equipment onto vehicles, vessels, or aircraft. Hands-on experience developing and validating mechanical prototypes, including 3D printing and fit checks. Familiarity with MIL-STD-810G or equivalent environmental qualification standards. Proficiency in 3D CAD tools such as Siemens NX or SolidWorks. Experience with Ansys or equivalent tools for structural analysis. Hands-on experience with installation tooling, torque specifications, and workmanship standards. Willingness to travel to integration and test sites, including desert/field campaigns and naval facilities.

Design and validate 3D mechanical parts, assemblies, and structures to integrate radar, EW, C2, and sensors onto naval, ground-vehicle, and airborne/UAS platforms. Design equipment mounts, support structures, and protective enclosures in line with MIL-STD-810G (or equivalent) requirements. Perform mechanical interface analysis: weight and footprint budgets, power consumption, cooling, and vibration/shock loading per platform. Prepare 3D CAD models, detailed manufacturing drawings, and mechanical installation drawings. Lead and support the physical installation of hardware on each platform, coordinating directly with the installation technicians. Support mechanical checks and tests and troubleshooting of electromechanical issues during integration and trials. Support environmental and qualification testing (vibration, shock, ingress protection, thermal).