About us
ARENGY is a prominent Engineering and Recruiting Services Company operating within the Middle East, specifically from Dubai and Abu Dhabi (UAE). Our clientele includes some of the most successful industry leaders worldwide.
We are currently seeking to fill the position of Systems Engineer – UAV Avionics & Mission Systems for the development of a new series of Military UAV projects. This is a permanent role with our client, a leading innovator in the aerospace and defense industry, specializing in cutting-edge Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) technologies.
Job Description
The Systems Engineer – UAV Avionics & Mission Systems is responsible for the design, integration, validation, and lifecycle management of both core avionics and mission-specific systems for the company's UAV platforms. This role ensures all electronic, control, and mission payload systems are developed and integrated to meet operational, performance, safety, and regulatory standards. The engineer will support requirements engineering, architecture definition, system validation, and cross-functional collaboration throughout the development lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
System Requirements & Architecture
- Define and manage system-level requirements for avionics and mission systems including navigation, communication, sensor payloads, datalinks, electronic warfare, and ISR components.
- Develop system architecture and interface control documents (ICDs) for seamless integration of avionics, autopilot, mission computers, and sensors.
- Support trade studies for avionics and payload selection based on mission needs, weight, power, and data throughput constraints.
Integration, Development & Verification
- Oversee integration of COTS and custom avionics systems including GPS/INS, ADS-B, EO/IR payloads, SIGINT/ELINT modules, tactical radios, and mission computers.
- Collaborate with hardware, software, and mechanical teams to ensure system compatibility and integration into the UAV platform.
- Develop Verification & Validation (V&V) plans for avionics and mission subsystems including ground tests, simulation, and flight tests.
- Analyze test data and telemetry to confirm system behavior meets requirements under various mission scenarios.
Compliance, Safety & Documentation
- Ensure system designs adhere to aerospace and defense standards such as DO-178C, DO-254, MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-810, and GCAA/MoD regulatory requirements.
- Support airworthiness and cybersecurity compliance through risk assessments, mitigation strategies, and documentation of system assurance activities.
- Prepare and maintain technical documentation including requirement specifications, test plans, integration reports, and configuration records.
Cross-Functional Support & Technical Leadership
- Participate in technical reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, QR) and contribute to design decisions that influence platform-level performance and reliability.
- Collaborate with GCS, flight control, electrical, software, and payload teams to ensure end-to-end functionality.
- Support operational teams during system integration, mission preparation, and in-field troubleshooting.
Required qualifications
Qualifications & Experience
Educational Background
- Bachelor's Degree in Avionics Engineering, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related discipline (REQUIRED)
- Master's Degree in Avionics Systems, Mission Systems Engineering, or Systems Engineering (PREFERRED)
Professional Experience
- Minimum 15+ years of experience in UAV or defense avionics/mission systems engineering.
- Proven track record in integrating avionics and mission payloads (e.g., EO/IR, COMINT/SIGINT, radar, LIDAR) on UAV or aerospace platforms.
- Familiarity with UAV command & control, payload data processing, and RF communication systems.
Technical Skills
- Proficient in systems engineering tools and principles (e.g., DOORS, Polarion, SysML/UML).
- Strong knowledge of avionics data protocols (e.g., ARINC 429, MIL-STD-1553, CAN, Ethernet, UART).
- Understanding of RTOS environments (e.g., VxWorks, QNX, embedded Linux) and mission software architecture.
- Familiar with simulation, HIL testing, and telemetry analysis.
- Experience with sensor fusion, data link integration, and real-time mission data processing systems.
Soft Skills & Competencies
- Strong analytical and systems-thinking mindset.
- Excellent technical documentation and communication skills.
- Ability to work in multi-disciplinary teams and manage technical interfaces.
- Detail-oriented with a focus on safety, reliability, and mission assurance.
- Proactive, adaptable, and solution-driven in dynamic environments.
Preferred Certifications
- INCOSE ASEP or CSEP – Strongly Preferred
- DO-178C / DO-254 training or certification – Advantageous
- Cybersecurity certifications (e.g., CISSP, Security+ for secure avionics) – Beneficial
- AS9100/ISO 9001 quality system awareness – Preferred
Benefits
Very competitive salary and benefits, family medical insurance and air-tickets, international education paid for kids.
