Motion Simulator Engineer

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

We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Motion Simulator Engineer to support the maintenance, calibration, and continuous improvement of advanced navigation production and test facilities.

This role is ideal for an engineer with experience supporting high-precision test equipment, motion simulators, metrology systems, and automated production test environments. You will play a critical role in ensuring equipment reliability, minimizing downtime, and maintaining the highest standards of calibration and performance for inertial navigation products.

RESPONSIBILITIES

- Maintain and support production test facilities and associated test equipment.

- Develop and execute calibration, verification, and maintenance procedures.

- Implement and manage Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) activities.

- Monitor equipment reliability, downtime, and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).

- Generate maintenance documentation, calibration instructions, reports, and work procedures.

- Support annual calibration activities and ensure compliance of production assets, tooling, and fixtures.

- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues affecting production test equipment.

- Identify critical spare parts requirements and develop mitigation plans.

- Support commissioning, qualification, and acceptance of new test equipment and calibration aids.

- Work closely with Quality and Engineering teams to ensure calibration compliance and operational readiness.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- Foundation Degree, HND, Advanced Apprenticeship, NVQ Level 4/5, or equivalent in a relevant engineering discipline.

- Minimum 5 years' experience providing calibration and maintenance support within a manufacturing or production environment.

- Hands-on experience with motion simulators, precision test equipment, automated test systems, or other high-accuracy measurement systems.

- Experience performing preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance activities.

- Proven ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues related to electromechanical test equipment.

- Experience maintaining calibration records and supporting audit requirements.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Physics, Mechatronics, or related field.

- 10+ years of experience supporting motion simulators, inertial navigation systems, or similar high-precision equipment.

- Experience in aerospace, defense, navigation, avionics, simulation, or advanced manufacturing environments.

- Knowledge of inertial sensors, gyroscopes, accelerometers, and navigation test systems.

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Technical Skills

- Calibration and metrology principles

- Precision measurement systems

- Test equipment verification methodologies

- TPM (Total Productive Maintenance)

- Predictive maintenance techniques

- Root cause analysis and troubleshooting

- OEE monitoring and reporting

- Reliability and continuous improvement practices

- Documentation and technical report writing

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.

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.