SME - Hydraulic Systems

ADASI


Date: 3 weeks ago
City: Abu Dhabi
Contract type: Full time
About ADASI

ADASI is the regional leader in autonomous systems and services, dedicated to offering holistic solutions – from the development and production of unmanned systems to joint mission analysis and equipment acquisition. We manufacture, operate, and maintain next-generation autonomous capabilities for air, land, and sea, operating in demanding environments. Headquartered in the UAE, we are committed to advancing the region’s technological edge in defense innovation.

The Role

We are seeking a highly experienced Subject Matter Expert – Hydraulic Systems to lead the design, integration, and lifecycle support of hydraulic subsystems across ADASI’s UAV platforms. This pivotal role will serve as the technical authority for aerospace-grade hydraulic systems, ensuring performance, reliability, compliance, and innovation. You will collaborate cross-functionally, guide engineering teams, and influence platform strategy through technical excellence and forward-looking design.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership & System Architecture

  • Define and develop hydraulic system architectures for flight control, landing gear, and aerospace mission applications
  • Serve as the design authority for components including power packs, actuators, accumulators, filters, and lines
  • Ensure hydraulic system design aligns with platform requirements, redundancy strategies, and operational environments

Systems Engineering & Integration

  • Develop system requirements, performance specifications, and hydraulic schematics
  • Lead integration with avionics, structural, actuation, and control systems
  • Oversee development of interface documentation, P&IDs, and test plans

Testing, Compliance & Certification

  • Define and execute test strategies for functional, endurance, leak, and environmental validation
  • Ensure compliance with MIL-PRF-5606, MIL-STD-810, DO-160, AS9100, and UAE MoD airworthiness standards
  • Support certification, FMEA, and airworthiness documentation

Innovation & R&D Support

  • Stay abreast of next-gen hydraulic tech including electro-hydrostatic actuators and smart sensor integration
  • Drive enhancements for weight savings, system reliability, and fluid conditioning
  • Collaborate with R&D on new hydraulic concepts and platform integration strategies

Mentorship & Stakeholder Engagement

  • Mentor design engineers and analysts in hydraulic systems development
  • Act as technical focal point in supplier reviews and external engagements
  • Represent ADASI in industry forums and customer-facing technical briefings

Required Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Fluid Power Systems Engineering (REQUIRED)
  • Master’s or PhD in Hydraulics, Mechatronics, or Aircraft Systems (PREFERRED)

Experience

  • Minimum 10 years in aerospace hydraulic systems, with 4+ years in a senior/SME role
  • Experience with UAV, rotary-wing, or fixed-wing aircraft hydraulic subsystems is highly desirable

Technical Tools

  • Strong knowledge of:
    • Closed- and open-loop hydraulic systems
    • MIL-PRF-5606, MIL-PRF-83282 fluids and contamination control
    • Servo valves, accumulators, pumps, and thermal considerations
  • Tools:
    • CATIA, NX, SolidWorks
    • MATLAB/Simulink, Amesim, SimHydraulics
Ideal Attributes

  • Strong system-level mindset and strategic technical thinking
  • Clear communicator and mentor across disciplines
  • Detail-oriented with a deep focus on safety and compliance
  • Innovative, problem-solving mindset in regulated environments
  • Collaborative leadership in both technical and supplier-facing contexts

Why Join ADASI

At ADASI, you'll work with some of the brightest minds in the defense and aerospace industry. We foster a collaborative and high-performance culture where your ideas drive innovation. Whether you're an engineer, strategist, or visionary, you'll find a purpose-driven career that empowers you to make an impact on national security and technology evolution.

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