Officer, Contracts

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

• Lead development, review, negotiation, and administration of acquisition contracts for vehicle systems, components, tooling, manufacturing assets, and sustainment services.
• Translate acquisition strategies, capability needs, readiness requirements, and regulatory obligations into clear, enforceable contract terms.
• Prepare and evaluate Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Requests for Quotations (RFQs), Invitations to Tender (ITTs), Statements of Work (SOWs), technical data packages, source-selection criteria, and contractual deliverables.
• Manage contract modifications, engineering change proposals, warranty provisions, depot-maintenance agreements, and Performance-Based Logistics (PBL) contracts.
• Ensure contractual structures support lifecycle readiness, affordability, technical performance, and operational availability.
• Ensure contractor technical deliverables comply with engineering standards, Military Standards (MIL-STD) requirements, safety regulations, and reliability targets.
• Interface with engineering teams on design reviews, configuration changes, Bills of Materials (BOM) updates, and manufacturing readiness assessments.
• Evaluate technical and acquisition proposals for vehicle subsystems/payloads, powertrains, electronics, armor solutions, mission kits, and integration requirements.
• Support technical risk assessments and development of acquisition decision documentation.
• Conduct cost/price analyses, negotiation support, and lifecycle cost assessments for acquisition and sustainment programs.
• Track contract budgets, funding profiles, financial obligations, and cost performance to ensure affordability and compliance.
• Ensure adherence to financial regulations, cost accounting standards, and audit readiness requirements.
• Support cost realism, cost-saving initiatives, and total ownership cost reduction strategies.
• Oversee logistical planning for procurement, material flow, warehousing, production support, and spare-parts distribution.
• Coordinate with supply chain, production, and logistics teams to sustain production schedules and readiness timelines.
• Manage supplier performance, on-time delivery, and resolution of quality or supply-chain disruptions affecting assembly lines, operational units, or maintenance depots.
• Support provisioning, spare-parts identification, and updates to technical and logistics documentation.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead development and administration of sustainment, field maintenance, and depot-level repair and overhaul contracts.
• Define and monitor Service Level Agreements (SLAs), operational availability metrics, Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF), Mean Time to Repair (MTTR) targets, and maintenance performance.
• Monitor contractor performance for uptime, reliability, failure analysis, obsolescence management, and parts availability.
• Support planning for upgrades, retrofits, refurbishment programs, and end-of-life sustainment strategies.
• Monitor program performance, contractual milestones, engineering progress, and production readiness in line with acquisition timelines.
• Prepare reports, cost summaries, risk assessments, and program briefings for leadership and customers.
• Identify and mitigate risks impacting acquisition execution, manufacturing schedules, logistics performance, or sustainment readiness.
• Ensure compliance with regulations, quality systems, cybersecurity standards, and export control laws including International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR).
• Support audits, customer reviews, supplier assessments, and technical evaluations.
• Maintain complete documentation for all technical, financial, acquisition, sustainment, and logistics contract activities.
• Ensure processes comply with International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 9001, ISO 45001, and ISO 14001 standards, and adhere to all company policies, manuals, and procedures.
• Comply with health, safety, and environmental directives and contribute to maintaining a safe workplace.
• Support requirements analysis through consultation with requesters and end users to fully define contract requirements and SOW clarity.
• Prepare project proposals, coordinate deliveries, and manage supporting documentation.
• Lead pre-bid conferences and issue ITTs, RFPs, and RFQs; prepare technical and commercial evaluation reports.
• Prepare and maintain contractual instruments including Purchase Orders (POs), Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs), Subcontract Management Agreements (SMAs), and subcontracts with complete flow-down clauses and required terms.
• Support all cradle-to-grave contract activities including bid package preparation, proposal analysis, risk assessment, negotiations, vendor selection, and closeout.
• Support contract administration during vendor execution of POs/contracts; resolve delays, returns, shortages, overages, and quality issues.
• Prepare expediting/penalty reports, customer letters, verify receipt of goods/services in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, and support vendor payment processing.
• Maintain tracking files and ensure timely submission of correspondence and reports.
• Oversee and participate in negotiation and coordination of additions, deletions, and modifications to POs, subcontracts, and BPAs.
• Coordinate subcontract changes with functional departments and finance.
• Track subcontract records, vendor performance, and coordinate required responses with stakeholders and senior management.
• Interpret and apply import/export regulations to ensure compliance.
• Evaluate active vendors and lead sourcing and development of new suppliers.
• Mentor and train assigned team members and provide direct training and guidance to customers on contract requirements, processes, and new contract implementation.
• Ensure all high-value property is safeguarded, routinely inventoried, and maintained in serviceable condition.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Systems Engineering, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Minimum of 5–7 years of experience in a contract-related role, preferably within acquisition, maintenance contracting, manufacturing, logistics, supply chain, or contract engineering.
• Experience in ground vehicle programs, manufacturing, depot maintenance, or vehicle sustainment, with knowledge of acquisition lifecycles, FAR/DFARS, contracting practices, and performance-based logistics.
• Professional certifications such as PMP, CIPS, CPCM, or procurement-related certifications are highly desirable.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong knowledge of procurement, technical specifications, and maintenance operations, with understanding of MIL-STD requirements, logistics principles, reliability engineering, and lifecycle sustainment.
• Experience with ERP systems, configuration management tools, and contract management platforms; proficiency in Microsoft Office is required.
• Strong analytical, technical, and cost-evaluation skills, with the ability to manage complex acquisition, maintenance, and supply-chain environments.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder-management skills, with proven ability to multitask in fast-paced environments.
• Fluency in both English and Arabic, with excellent written and verbal communication skills, is required.

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.

Any information you share as part of your EDGE candidate profile or job application will be handled in accordance with applicable data protection and privacy regulations.

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.

Please note that EDGE does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Any resumes in the absence of a formally executed agreement in place will be deemed the property of EDGE, and no placement fees or compensation will be payable in respect of such submissions.