Senior Manager, Xrange
EDGE
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Abu Dhabi • United Arab Emirates
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About the role
- Develop and implement a comprehensive X-Range strategy aligned with corporate growth objectives.
- Manage daily operations across Operations, Technical Services, and Logistical Services functions.
- Drive management analysis, planning techniques, and performance optimization initiatives.
- Establish KPIs, dashboards, and structured reporting mechanisms to enhance operational performance.
- Oversee workforce planning, training, development, and performance management of all range staff.
- Manage integrated test operations across: Land Systems, Maritime Systems, Air Systems, Electronic Warfare (EW) and Instrumentation & Data Acquisition.
- Ensure all trials are planned, de-conflicted, and executed in accordance with approved test plans.
- Ensure trial zones are fully prepared, equipped, and operationally ready.
- Oversee risk mitigation to ensure all activities are reduced to ALARP (As Low As Reasonably Practicable) levels.
- Ensure compliance with UAE authorities and MOD safety regulations and international standards for safe range operations.
- Implement robust risk assessment processes for all hazardous activities.
- Serve as the primary customer interface and executive focal point.
- Deliver structured progress and operational status reports.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Explosives, Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, Systems, or related field)
- Master’s degree in Engineering, Defense Studies, Business Administration (MBA), or related discipline preferred
- Relevant professional certifications in Test & Evaluation, Safety Management, or Program Management are advantageous
- Minimum 15+ years of experience in defense, test & evaluation, or complex operational environments
- At least 8–10 years in senior leadership or range management roles
- Proven experience managing multi-domain test operations (Land, Maritime, Air, EW, Instrumentation)
- Senior leadership experience managing complex test range operations
- Strong experience working with MOD authorities and government regulatory bodies
- Strong knowledge of ITEA and multi-domain test environments
- Extensive background in safety governance
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Retirement plans
- Paid time off
- Professional development opportunities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
test operations managementperformance optimizationrisk assessmentKPI establishmentdashboard creationreporting mechanismsworkforce planningtraining and developmentcompliance with safety regulationsmulti-domain test operations
Soft Skills
leadershipcommunicationcustomer interfaceplanning techniquesorganizational skillsperformance managementrisk mitigationexecutive focal pointanalytical skillsteam management
Certifications
Test & Evaluation certificationSafety Management certificationProgram Management certification