Assistant technician

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 Assistant Technician, Weapon Production supports daily weapon assembly and cleaning activities within CARACAL’s Weapon Production Department. The role works closely with Technicians and the Weapon Production Supervisor to ensure production activities are completed safely, efficiently, and in line with required quality standards and SOPs.

• Support daily weapon assembly and cleaning activities on the production floor.
• Handle, organize, and stage parts, tools, trays, and materials.
• Follow SOPs, work instructions, quality standards, and HSE requirements.
• Monitor product quality and report defects or non-conformities.
• Support basic troubleshooting and report equipment or operational issues.
• Assist with inventory checks and ensure required materials and tools are available.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
• Coordinate with Production, Quality, Planning, and Maintenance teams as required.
• Support continuous improvement and safe working practices.

• High School qualification or equivalent.
• Basic knowledge of manufacturing, production, or mechanical processes.
• Ability to follow technical instructions, SOPs, and safety procedures.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Good communication skills in English.
• Ability to work in a hands-on production environment and meet operational deadlines.

• Previous hands-on experience in assembly, manufacturing, production, or cleaning operations.
• Exposure to small weapons, weapon assembly/cleaning, or mechanical assembly is preferred.
• Familiarity with hand tools, components, and production equipment.
• Basic understanding of quality control and production processes.
• Arabic language skills would be an advantage.

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 create 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…