Assembly Lead Technician

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.

As a Assembly Lead Technician in EPI, you will responsible for leading day-to-day manufacturing operations within an assigned production area, ensuring the safe, efficient, and high-quality execution of production plans.

• Lead daily production execution for the assigned area/shift, delivering Safety, Quality and Delivery targets (output, schedule adherence)
• Supervise, guide, and mentor a team of assembly technicians, ensuring efficient workflow, task assignment, and adherence to production schedules.
• Lead the assembly and integration of airframes components, ensuring that all work is performed to the standards of quality and accuracy.
• Implement and enforce quality control procedures throughout the assembly process, conducting inspections and ensuring that all products meet quality standards.
• Provide training to team members on assembly techniques, safety protocols, and quality standards. Foster a culture of continuous improvement and skill development.
• Assist team members in diagnosing and resolving issues that arise during the assembly and integration process, ensuring that all components function correctly and are installed properly.
• Maintain detailed records of the assembly process, production progress, and any issues encountered. Provide regular reports to management on team performance, production metrics, and quality outcomes.
• Identify opportunities to streamline assembly processes, improve efficiency, and reduce waste. Implement lean manufacturing practices where applicable. Accountable to upkeep consumables and implement Kanban systems.
• Ensure that all team members adhere to safety protocols and guidelines, maintaining a safe working environment and ensuring the integrity of Airframe systems.

• Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Production, or Aerospace Engineering or equivalent.
• 10+ years of hands-on experience in Metallic and Composite structure Fabrication/Assembly/Repair. Hands on experience with Composites layup build/Repair.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and process optimization skills, with the ability to support production and resolve complex manufacturing issues.

• Significant experience in Aerostructure assembly and integration of mechanical and electronic components, preferably in the aerospace or UAV industry.
• Experience managing technicians and supporting production targets with high pace environment.
• Experience in aerospace, defence, or other high-precision manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, continuous improvement, and root-cause analysis.

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 ambitious ideas into meaningful outcomes.

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