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TALENT ONE EMPLOYMENT SERVICES
Actively hiring
UAV Airframe & Structural Design Engineer
- Workplace
- On-site
- Commitment
- Full-time
- Seniority
- Senior
- Posted
Location
Al Ain, United Arab Emirates
The company is looking for a UAV Airframe Design Engineer to develop lightweight, strong and manufacturable drone structures. The role covers 3D CAD design, material selection, structural evaluation and prototype development, working closely with manufacturing and assembly teams to ensure designs are practical and production-ready. The engineer will also prepare technical drawings, design documentation and revision updates while following applicable safety, quality and confidentiality requirements.
Responsibilities
- Design and modify UAV frames, airframes, brackets, mounts, and structural components using 3D CAD software.
- Develop lightweight designs while maintaining strength, stability, and durability.
- Select suitable materials such as carbon fibre, aerospace alloys, and engineering plastics.
- Support structural analysis, vibration assessment, and design validation.
- Prepare prototypes and support testing and design improvements.
- Work with manufacturing and assembly teams to ensure designs are practical and production-ready.
- Prepare technical drawings, design documentation, and revision updates.
- Follow applicable safety, quality, and confidentiality requirements.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Materials Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum 5+ years of experience in UAV structural design.
- Strong knowledge of 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, CATIA, Fusion 360, or similar tools.
- Experience in structural design, material selection, and engineering drawings.
- Knowledge of carbon-fibre composites and lightweight structures.
Nice to have
- Experience with FDM 3D printing or rapid prototyping is preferred.