Project Associate

Job Description:

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.

The Project Management Associate provides vital administrative and coordination support to the Engineering Project Management Office (PMO)  role is responsible for ensuring smooth execution of project documentation, reporting, scheduling, data management, and coordination across multiple engineering programs. This position acts as the operational backbone for project managers, enabling efficient communication, compliance, and delivery in a high-tech, defense-focused environment.

• Assist project managers in the creation and maintenance of project documentation, including project charters, Gantt charts, action trackers, and status reports.
• Coordinate and prepare materials for project meetings, design reviews, and progress briefings, ensuring accurate records are kept.
• Support project schedule updates, milestone tracking, and risk log administration in coordination with engineering leads.
• Follow up on action items, stakeholder inputs, and pending tasks to support project flow and timely completion.

• Ensure all project documentation complies with internal governance procedures and defense industry standards.
• Maintain configuration-controlled records including requirements matrices, engineering logs, change requests, and meeting minutes.
• Administer updates in document management systems (e.g., SharePoint, Confluence, PLM platforms) to reflect real-time project status.

• Consolidate project data to support weekly/monthly reporting, dashboards, and KPI updates for senior management.
• Act as the point of contact for logistical coordination between engineering teams, support departments, and external vendors.
• Support communication between cross-functional teams including procurement, quality, and manufacturing to ensure alignment.

• Manage calendars, logistics, and scheduling of internal/external reviews, program workshops, and customer engagements.
• Assist in the preparation and formatting of technical presentations, procurement justifications, and executive summaries.
• Help maintain compliance with EDGE Group reporting standards, templates, and documentation policies.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering Administration, Project Management, Business Administration, or related field (REQUIRED)
• Certifications in Project Coordination, Project Support, or Office Administration (PREFERRED)
• Minimum 3-8 years of administrative or coordination experience in an engineering, aerospace, defense, or technical project environment
• Experience supporting multi-disciplinary teams within a structured project management framework (waterfall, agile, or hybrid)

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…