System Engineer - Environmental Engineering

ADASI


Date: 2 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 seasoned Systems Engineer – Environmental Engineering to join our high-performing Engineering team at ADASI. This critical role is responsible for the full lifecycle of environmental systems engineering across our UAV platforms, including system design, thermal analysis, environmental qualification, and regulatory compliance. The successful candidate will ensure optimal performance of environmental systems such as thermal management, payload conditioning, and contamination control under varied operational scenarios and challenging environments.

Key Responsibilities

  • Define and develop environmental control system (ECS) architecture, requirements, and interfaces
  • Lead the design and integration of thermal management, airflow, insulation, and contamination control systems
  • Perform thermal simulations and environmental modeling to assess heat transfer, temperature stability, and environmental loads
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless system integration across airframe, avionics, and mechanical domains
  • Define and execute test plans including thermal cycling, vibration testing, and environmental stress screening
  • Ensure systems comply with standards such as MIL-STD-810, DO-160, AS9100, and GCAA regulations
  • Prepare technical documentation for certification, audits, and internal design reviews
  • Mentor junior engineers and drive innovation in environmental and thermal system technologies
  • Engage with external partners and suppliers to evaluate advanced solutions and components

Required Qualifications

  • Education:
    • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Environmental Engineering (required)
    • Master’s degree in Thermal Sciences or Aerospace Systems Engineering (preferred)
  • Experience:
    • 10+ years of aerospace or defense experience in environmental or thermal systems
    • Proven experience working with UAVs, aircraft ECS, or payload thermal management systems
  • Certifications (preferred):
    • INCOSE ASEP/CSEP
    • Thermal or environmental certifications (e.g., AIAA, ASHRAE)
    • AS9100D/ISO 9001 quality system awareness
Technical Tools

  • Simulation: ANSYS Thermal, Thermal Desktop, Fluent CFD, MATLAB
  • Design: Experience with heat exchangers, airflow systems, insulation, and HVAC subsystems
  • Systems Engineering: DOORS, Polarion
  • Testing Standards: MIL-STD-810, DO-160, GCAA environmental compliance

Ideal Attributes

  • Strong analytical and simulation skills with attention to system-level integration
  • Clear communicator across multidisciplinary teams and technical domains
  • Proactive, adaptable, and capable of driving initiatives independently
  • Strategic thinker with the ability to balance design constraints and operational realities
  • Leadership mindset with the ability to guide teams and mentor junior engineers

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. Ready to take your career to the next level? Apply now or share this opportunity with someone in your network who might be the perfect fit.

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