Capability Development Lead

ABOUT THE ROLE
The Capability Development Leader is responsible for leading the development and delivery of the company's future engine test capabilities. This role will oversee the planning, design, construction, commissioning, and successful completion of a world-class Engine Test Campus, including high-altitude test facilities, combustion test facilities, and other specialist capabilities that complement and expand the existing Engine Test Facility.

The Capability Development Leader will provide overall programme leadership, ensuring the project is delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the required quality and technical standards. Working with internal stakeholders, contractors, suppliers, and external partners, the role is responsible for driving the programme from concept through to full operational capability, ensuring the facilities meet the organisation's current and future engine development and testing.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Programme Leadership

  • Provide overall leadership to drive the development and delivery of the company's future engine test capabilities.
  • Technical leadership in achieving the outcomes of the Campus.

• Project Delivery

  • Oversee the planning, design, construction, commissioning, and successful completion of the Engine Test Campus.

• Capability Development

  • Deliver new specialist test facilities that complement and expand the existing Engine Test Facility.

• Stakeholder Management

  • Work with internal stakeholders, contractors, suppliers, and external partners to drive the programme from concept through to full operational capability.

• Operational Readiness

  • Ensure the facilities achieve full operational capability and meet the organisation's current and future engine development and testing requirements.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Qualifications

• Doctorate degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Experience

• Experience in test engineering or test operations
• Aerospace or propulsion testing experience preferred
• Experience working in a structured engineering or industrial environment
• Experience in dealing with various technical stakeholders within and outside the organization.
• Familiarity with instrumentation, data acquisition systems, or control systems is advantageous

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
• Practical, hands-on engineering mindset
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and test documentation
• Good written and spoken English
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Willingness to learn and develop within a fast-paced test environment

WHY CHOOSE THE COMPANY
Launched in November 2019, the company's name 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 the company, 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, the company is a place where you can continue to grow, keep learning, and turn ambitious ideas into meaningful outcomes.

Working at the company 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 the company.

Any information you share as part of your candidate profile or job application will be handled in accordance with applicable data protection and privacy regulations.

The company 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 the company 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 the company, and no placement fees or compensation will be payable in respect of such submissions.