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Principal Engineer (Aerodynamics-Missiles)

Unlock employer Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Direct to Company 2 hours ago · 01 Oct 2026

Financial

  • Estimate: $90k - $150k*
  • Zero income tax location

Accessibility

  • Office Only
  • Visa Provided

Requirements

  • Experience: Senior
  • English: Professional

Position

ABOUT THE ROLE
ADVANCED CONCEPTS is an entity within the company dedicated to the design and deployment of advanced, innovative technologies. This role focuses on the design, analysis, and optimization of missiles, covering aerodynamics, structures, flight dynamics, controls, propulsion, and stability. It involves leading conceptual design and performance studies, including high-speed aerodynamics, heat transfer, and store separation analysis.

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RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Leads the design, performance evaluation, and optimization of missiles, including fuselage, wings, and control surfaces.
  • Incorporates structural and aerodynamic considerations seamlessly into the design process, ensuring balanced functionality and performance of aerospace structures.
  • Applies deep understanding of applied aerodynamics and flight dynamics to guide and enhance design projects.
  • Utilizes control theory knowledge to ensure stability and optimize the performance of missiles.
  • Deep fundamental knowledge of high-speed aerodynamics and heat transfer – transonic and supersonic flows.
  • Understanding of the process of missile conceptual design – formulation of requirements, generation of concepts, trade-off studies, sensitivity analysis, MDO.
  • Working understanding of jet propulsion – solid rocket motors and turbines.
  • Working understanding of store separation – simulation approaches, validation.
  • Applies strong mathematical skills in various aspects of aerospace engineering, from design computations to simulation result interpretations.
  • Communicates complex technical information effectively, both in writing and orally, ensuring clarity and comprehension among technical and non-technical personnel.
  • Supports the chief engineer in the form of technical contributions.
  • Mentoring Engineer, Engineer I, Engineer II.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

  • Master or PhD specifically in Aerospace Engineering
  • Minimum 12 years in UAS industry including 5+ years in a senior/team lead role
  • Knowledge of guided weapons and missile technology is mandatory

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Advanced knowledge of MS Office, MATLAB, any CAD package (Solidworks preferred)
  • Proficient in low fidelity tools (DATCOM) and advanced simulations (ANSYS Fluent) for fixed wing aircraft and missiles.
  • Working knowledge of jet propulsion – turbines and solid rocket motors – selection, integration, optimization
  • Expert knowledge of missile conceptual design.
  • Working knowledge of missile control theory
  • Experience in running HPC clusters for CFD and CHT simulations.

WHY CHOOSE THE COMPANY
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.

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