Principal Systems Engineer - Stability and Control

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Create AlertPrincipal Systems Engineer - Stability and ControlDate: 11 Mar 2026Company: EDGE Group PJSCJob Title: Systems Engineer – Stability and ControlDepartment : EngineeringLocation: ADASI HQ, Abu Dhabi, UAEReporting to: Lead Systems Engineer / Chief EngineerEntity: ADASI (A subsidiary of EDGE Group)Job PurposeThe Systems Engineer – Stability and Control is responsible for the analysis, modeling, design, and validation of flight dynamics, stability and control and related systems for ADASI's Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs). This role ensures that platform-level control characteristics meet operational, safety, and regulatory requirements. The position is key to defining aerodynamic control effectiveness, handling qualities, and flight safety margins across multiple mission profiles.Key ResponsibilitiesStability & Control AnalysisPerform longitudinal, lateral and directional stability analyses using linear and non-linear models across various UAV flight regimes.Define control surface sizing, actuator response, and control authority based on aerodynamic and mission requirements.Evaluate natural modes, handling qualities, and stability margins throughout the flight envelope and all phases of flightModeling, Simulation & Control DesignDevelop 6-DOF flight dynamics models using MATLAB/Simulink or equivalent tools for simulation and control system integration.Support the design and tuning of autopilot control laws (e.g., PID, LQR, Gain-Scheduling controllers) to meet stability and performance criteria.Integrate aerodynamic and mass properties/data into dynamic models for high-fidelity simulation.Verification, Testing & ValidationDefine and execute Verification & Validation (V&V) strategies for stability and control requirements through simulation, hardware-in-the-loop (HIL), and flight test campaigns.Analyze flight test data to assess dynamic response, control stability, and trim conditions.Support wind tunnel testing, ground testing, and flight testing, including pre- and post-flight predictions and analyses.System Integration & Interdisciplinary CoordinationWork closely with aerodynamics, flight controls, avionics, mechanical systems, and software engineering teams to ensure control system integration and compatibility.Provide input to airworthiness assessments, safety analysis, and certification documents, including handling qualities evaluations per MIL-F-8785C or similar standards.Documentation & CompliancePrepare and maintain technical documentation including control system models, stability reports, control surface effectiveness data, and compliance matrices.Ensure alignment with applicable UAV and aerospace standards, including CS-UAS, MIL-STD-1797, and internal ADASI/EDGE design standards.Qualifications & ExperienceEducational BackgroundBachelor’s Degree in Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering, Flight Mechanics, Control Systems Engineering, or equivalent (REQUIRED)Master’s Degree in Flight Dynamics, Control Engineering, or related specialization (PREFERRED)Professional ExperienceMinimum 10+ years of relevant experience, with at least 5 years focused on flight stability, dynamics, and control systems in aerospace or UAV applications.Experience with UAVs, fixed-wing, VTOL, or hybrid platforms is preferred.Technical SkillsFlight dynamics and control modeling using MATLAB/Simulink, X-Plane, or FlightGearControl system design and tuning (classical and modern control methods)Use of stability and control analysis tools (AVL, XFOIL, Athena Vortex Lattice, or equivalent)Demonstrated understanding of:Aerodynamic stability principlesControl surface effectiveness and actuator limitationsCoupling effects, flutter margins, and flight envelope constraintsFamiliar with:Airworthiness and stability standards (e.g., MIL-F-8785C, MIL-HDBK-1797)CFD and mass property data integrationStrong analytical and problem-solving abilitiesExcellent technical communication and documentation skillsSystems-oriented mindset with the ability to integrate across disciplinesStrategic thinker with attention to flight safety and operational effectivenessComfortable in collaborative, fast-paced development environmentsPreferred CertificationsINCOSE ASEP or CSEP – PreferredCertification in control systems, UAV dynamics, or flight simulation tools – AdvantageousAS9100D or ISO 9001 Quality System awareness – PreferredAdditional RequirementsMust be eligible for UAE defense/security clearanceWillingness to travel for wind tunnel testing, flight test campaigns, or design reviews#J-18808-Ljbffr