Systems Engineer - Test Equipment Development
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 Test Equipment Development Systems Engineer to join our growing Engineering & Technology team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and validating custom and commercial test equipment critical to the functional verification and performance assurance of ADASI’s UAV platforms. From automated test benches to hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) simulators and diagnostic tools, you will lead test systems that ensure accuracy, repeatability, and compliance with aerospace defense standards. This role plays a vital part in ensuring the mission-readiness and reliability of advanced unmanned systems.
Key Responsibilities
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.
#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 Test Equipment Development Systems Engineer to join our growing Engineering & Technology team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and validating custom and commercial test equipment critical to the functional verification and performance assurance of ADASI’s UAV platforms. From automated test benches to hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) simulators and diagnostic tools, you will lead test systems that ensure accuracy, repeatability, and compliance with aerospace defense standards. This role plays a vital part in ensuring the mission-readiness and reliability of advanced unmanned systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and develop custom test equipment (hardware and software) for avionics, propulsion, and communication systems
- Define technical requirements for ATE, integration benches, and simulation rigs
- Develop and automate test scripts using LabVIEW, Python, MATLAB, etc.
- Integrate test platforms with telemetry, DAQ systems, and real-time HIL environments
- Ensure compliance with aerospace protocols: MIL-STD-1553, ARINC 429, CAN Bus, Ethernet
- Support V&V activities including calibration, root cause analysis, and preventive maintenance
- Provide support during platform, subsystem, and environmental testing campaigns
- Maintain technical documentation, version control, and test equipment manuals
- Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechatronics, Electronics, or Systems Engineering (required)
- Master’s degree in Test Systems or Automation Engineering (preferred)
- Experience:
- 10+ years in aerospace, UAV, or defense test equipment development
- Proven experience building ATE, integration rigs, or HIL setups for complex systems
- Familiarity with safety-critical hardware/software testing and validation
- Programming: LabVIEW, Python, MATLAB/Simulink, C/C++
- Tools: Data acquisition systems, signal conditioning, PCB debugging tools
- Standards: MIL-STD-1553, ARINC 429, CAN, Ethernet
- Systems Engineering: DOORS or equivalent requirements tools
- Hardware: Cable harnessing, interface boards, calibration equipment
- Strong systems-thinking and diagnostic skills
- Exceptional attention to detail, process control, and test coverage
- Comfortable working independently or as part of a cross-functional team
- Adaptable and solution-oriented in a high-paced aerospace development environment
- Proficient in documenting complex systems and troubleshooting procedures
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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