Senior Mechanical Engineer - Hardware; RF​/Telecom​/Secure Devices

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Hardware (RF / Telecom / Secure Devices)

Abu Dhabi, UAE

Join a leading organization at the forefront of developing cutting‑edge secure communication technologies. This company specializes in advanced RF systems, satellite communications, and ultra‑secure devices used across defence, aerospace, and critical infrastructure environments.

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will play a key role in the design and development of ruggedized hardware systems, working closely with Electronics, RF, and Software teams. This is a hands‑on position where you will drive mechanical design from concept through to production, ensuring performance, reliability, and compliance with demanding environmental and industry standards.

• Design and develop mechanical enclosures and hardware systems for RF, telecom, and secure communication devices.
• Create detailed 2D/3D CAD designs (Solid Works) including assemblies, technical drawings, and documentation.
• Perform thermal and structural analysis to ensure reliability under environmental stresses such as vibration, shock, and temperature extremes.
• Lead mechanical development across the full lifecycle: concept, prototyping, testing, and production release.
• Ensure designs meet ruggedization and environmental standards (e.g. MIL-STD, DO-160).
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (RF, electronics, PCB, software) to deliver fully integrated systems.
• Work closely with vendors and manufacturing partners to support fabrication, assembly, and cost optimisation.
• Support testing and validation activities, including thermal, vibration, and environmental testing.
• Drive design for manufacturability (DFM) and continuous improvement across product iterations.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• 8+ years of experience in mechanical design for hardware products such as RF, telecom, aerospace, or defence.
• Strong experience with Solid Works (3D modelling, assemblies, drawings).
• Proven experience designing electronic enclosures / ruggedized hardware systems.
• Hands‑on experience with thermal and structural analysis tools (e.g. FEA, CFD, Flowtherm or similar).
• Knowledge of materials, machining, and manufacturing processes for high‑reliability products.
• Experience working with industry standards such as MIL-STD-810, DO-160, or similar.
• Familiarity with EMI/EMC considerations and thermal management in electronic systems.
• Experience collaborating with vendors and managing prototype to production transitions.

• Experience in RF systems, SATCOM, or antenna‑related hardware
• Exposure to defence or aerospace environments
• Understanding of PCB integration and system‑level packaging

If you enjoy working on advanced hardware systems, solving complex engineering challenges, and contributing to the development of next‑generation secure communication technologies, this is an opportunity to make a real impact.