Advanced Aerodynamics & Propulsion Engineer II

ABOUT EDGE

At EDGE bold ideas are engineered into technologies that protect, improve and save lives.

Headquartered in the United Arab Emirates, EDGE is a leading advanced technology group working at the forefront of defence and emerging technologies. Spanning more than 35 specialised companies and multiple centres of excellence, we are purpose-built to move fast. Free from heavy legacy processes, we give our people the autonomy, accountability, and agility to bring breakthrough technologies from concept to reality.

Based in Abu Dhabi, a globally connected hub at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, EDGE is home to a truly multicultural community where bold ideas thrive, and the future is shaped.

Together, we are shaping the future.

ABOUT THE ROLE

About POWERTECH

POWERTECH is a center of excellence for propulsion technologies, specializing in the design, engineering, and manufacturing of combustion engines, expendable turbojet engines, and turbofan engines for a wide range of aerospace, defence, and autonomous applications, including fixed- and rotary-wing UAVs and other advanced platforms.

Job Summary

We are seeking an Engineer – Advanced Aerodynamics & Propulsion to drive the aerodynamic, thermodynamic, and architectural development of next-generation propulsion systems. This role spans compressible-flow modeling, conceptual and preliminary engine-cycle design, and performance assessment for advanced configurations such as high-speed propulsion, intakes, and novel engines architectures. You will translate aerodynamic insights into system-level decisions, support feasibility studies, and help define design trade-offs for innovative propulsion concepts.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Advanced Engine Architecture & Conceptual Design

• Develop and evaluate new propulsion concepts using physics-based modeling.
• Lead preliminary cycle analyses and trade studies (thrust, SFC, weight, thermal and operability limits).
• Generate conceptual engine layouts, flow path definitions, and preliminary aerodynamic sizing and parametric studies.
• Build and improve tools for early-stage architecture assessment.
• Translate flow analyses into system-level impacts on thrust, cycle limits, efficiency, and operability.
• Support concept down-selection by integrating aerodynamic, cycle, and feasibility insights.

Aerodynamic Modeling & Process Development

• Model and simulate internal and external aerodynamics across various flow regimes.
• Analyze compressible-flow phenomena such as shocks, expansions, and shock-boundary layer interactions.
• Evaluate performance of intakes, nozzles, and cooling/secondary air systems.
• Assess distortion, stability margins, flow separation, and aerodynamic efficiency. 
• Implement robust methods for compressible-flow estimation in preliminary design.

Testing, Validation & Model Correlation

• Support engine test campaigns and component experiments to validate predictions.
• Integrate empirical data to refine models and quantify uncertainty.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s or PhD in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, or related field with focus on aerodynamics or propulsion.
• 7+ years of experience in aerospace or advanced propulsion systems.
• Strong foundation in compressible-flow theory and propulsion system concepts.
• Hands-on experience with Python for modeling, simulation automation, and data processing.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• AMESIM, AxStream, or Siemens Studio experience.
• Multidisciplinary optimization.
• CFD & CAD skills for geometry preparation, concepts investigation and detailed modelling.

WHY CHOOSE EDGE

Launched in November 2019, the UAE's EDGE is one of the world's leading advanced technology groups, established to develop agile, bold and disruptive solutions for defence and beyond, and to be a catalyst for change and transformation. It is dedicated to bringing breakthrough innovations, products, and services to market with greater speed and efficiency, to position the UAE as a leading global hub for future industries, and to creating clear paths within the sector for the next generation of highly skilled talent to thrive.

At EDGE, the real investment goes beyond compensation. Through our dedicated learning academy and digital learning platforms, employees have access to extensive opportunities to develop new skills, deepen their expertise, and advance their careers. Combined with the freedom to innovate, strong career support, and the opportunity to collaborate with world-class talent from across the globe, EDGE is a place where you can continue to grow, keep learning, and turn ambitious ideas into meaningful outcomes.

Working at EDGE also comes with a package that genuinely reflects how much we value our people. Salaries are highly competitive and tax-free and, depending on your role and seniority, benefits can include family visas, annual flight tickets, medical insurance for you and your dependents, and education allowances for your children.

CANDIDATE PRIVACY & EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

If you feel your skills, experience and potential are a strong match for a role, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every requirement. We are genuinely interested in what you can bring to EDGE.

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EDGE is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and high-performing workforce. We believe every individual deserves to be treated with fairness, respect and dignity, and our employment decisions reflect that. We do not discriminate based on race, colour, nationality, ethnicity, religion, gender, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

As a global organisation, effective collaboration across international teams is central to how we work, so English proficiency is required for all roles unless otherwise stated in the job posting.

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