Systems Engineer - Stability & Control

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 looking for a highly experienced Systems Engineer – Stability and Control to join our Engineering team at ADASI. In this role, you will be responsible for the analysis, modeling, simulation, and verification of flight stability and control systems for our next-generation UAV platforms. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring safe, stable, and agile flight behavior across all mission profiles, from launch to recovery. Your work will directly influence flight control strategies, vehicle handling qualities, and overall system performance in a defense and aerospace environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct longitudinal and lateral-directional stability analyses for UAV platforms
  • Define control surface sizing, actuator capabilities, and trim conditions
  • Develop and maintain 6-DOF flight dynamics models in MATLAB/Simulink or equivalent
  • Design, tune, and validate autopilot control laws (PID, LQR, gain-scheduled controllers)
  • Integrate aerodynamic and mass property data into high-fidelity simulations
  • Plan and execute V&V strategies using simulation, HIL, and flight testing
  • Analyze flight test data to evaluate control performance and stability margins
  • Support wind tunnel, ground, and flight testing campaigns
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams in aerodynamics, avionics, software, and systems integration
  • Contribute to safety assessments, certification reports, and compliance with airworthiness standards

Required Qualifications

  • Education:
    • Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Control Systems, or related field (required)
    • Master’s degree in Flight Dynamics or Control Engineering (preferred)
  • Experience:
    • Minimum 10+ years in aerospace or defense industry
    • At least 5 years of hands-on experience in flight stability and control of UAVs or aircraft
  • Certifications (preferred):
    • INCOSE ASEP/CSEP
    • Certification in flight dynamics or control simulation tools
    • Awareness of AS9100D or ISO 9001 systems
Technical Tools

  • Modeling and simulation: MATLAB/Simulink, X-Plane, FlightGear
  • Stability analysis tools: AVL, XFOIL, Athena Vortex Lattice
  • Control system design: Classical and modern methods (PID, LQR, etc.)
  • Integration of CFD and mass property data
  • Airworthiness and stability standards: MIL-F-8785C, MIL-HDBK-1797, CS-UAS, DO-178C

Ideal Attributes

  • Analytical thinker with deep flight mechanics knowledge
  • Strong communicator with technical documentation skills
  • Systems-minded with cross-disciplinary collaboration experience
  • High attention to detail and safety in flight-critical systems
  • Proactive, solution-oriented, and comfortable in fast-paced programs

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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