Connected Battlespace Lab Communications Modelling & Simulation Engineer
RTX
Connected Battlespace Lab Communications Modelling & Simulation Engineer
RTX
Manufactures jet engines, avionics, missiles
Date Posted:
2026-07-21

Country:
United Arab Emirates

Location:
AE-UNITED ARAB EMIRATES-CLIENT SITE ~ United Arab Emirates Remote ~ (External Site)

Position Role Type:
OnsiteAt RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defence company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.
Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defence industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defence.
Collins Aerospaceis seekingaConnected Battlespace Lab (CBL)Communications Systems Modelling & Simulation (M&S) Engineer (CMSE)able to support a three (3) month initiation and training period in the UK followed by a four (4) year assignment in Abu Dhabi,United Arab Emirates (UAE). This position is in support of a long-term communications systems modelling and simulation(M&S)laboratory and academics program.
Candidates must ensure their resumesincludessufficient detail todemonstratealignment with the job requirements, including relevant academic and technical qualifications, and experience.
As this role is primarily based in the UAE, the candidate must successfully complete all requiredbackgroundand pre-hire immigration checks and be eligible to obtain the right to work andresidein the country. The company will support the candidate through the relevant application process. Due to the nature of the program to remain ITAR free this position is NOT available to US candidates.
Role Overview:
The CMSE roleshall support thefollowing specific areas:
Responsible for being a communications systemsubject matter expert (SME)
Teaching and mentoring a teamperforming in-depthmodellingand analysis ofUAEcommunicationssystemsusingcommercial and specially developedM&S tools and techniques
Instructor/facilitatorforthe CBL Foundations course
Providing M&S development support, mentoring, and on the job training (OJT)for theCBLEmiratistaff.
Primary Responsibilities:
Providein-countryCommunications M&S SMEfor Collins aerospace CBL activities
TeachCommunications Systems andM&S concepts and approaches as part of the CBL Foundations Course
Provide students’ academic support and mentoring to ensure successful completion of the course
Assess students’ understanding of M&Sand communications systemstopics and evaluate theirproficiency
Support the Instructional Systems Design process to develop and improve the course
Support installation of the Connected Battlespace Lab (CBL) at a UAE site
Providein-lab M&S project design, planning, execution, and analysis alongside Emirati CBL Foundations Course graduates
Conduct OJT and mentoring of apprentice level Technical Lead/Systems EngineersCBL staffto improve theirproficiencyand grow their skills
Developa working knowledge of UAE MOD specific communications systemsto include networks, RF datalinks, 5G/6G wireless, Satellite Communications (SATCOM), data encryption devices, radios, electronic warfare (EW), Artificial Intelligence (AI)-enabled communications, software defined radio (SDR), etc.
Utilise M&Stools (e.g., Ansys, MATLAB, etc.)to develop communications systems models and simulations
Review and advise onthe development of CBLpolicies and procedures
Work with reach-back support engineers and SMEs to gain andmaintainexpertisein CBL Foundations Course topics andcommunications systemstechnical areas (e.g., M&S tools and techniques, communications systems, mission operations, emerging technologies, etc.)
Other related duties asrequired
Essential Qualifications and Experience You Must Have:
Strongverbaland written communicationskills in the English Language
Understanding of Arabic culture, sensitivity to the Islamic environment, and ability to teach and work in the program’s environment
12+ years of communications systems experience
5+ years of M&S experience
Experience with teaching/mentoring junior technical personnel/students
Experience in the classroom teaching and guiding students during self-guided learning
Military communications systems experience (e.g., datalinks, networks, radios, RF, etc.)
Applied knowledge of M&S principles and practices in a communications systems related domain
Demonstrated ability to conduct short-term studies, translate project requirements into model contexts, and coordinate with SMEs and stakeholders to meet M&S project objectives
Ability to plan and lead the execution of M&S technical projects
Ability to derive and specify clear requirements with measurable acceptability criteria for M&S projects
Ability to assess and communicate the level of confidence / risk associated with M&S project findings
Ability to present model and simulation designs, implementation architectures, and results to M&S professionals and senior decision makers
Development of communications systems/networks models
Development of communications systems/network simulations
Simulations results analysis anddevelopment of optimization recommendations
Qualifications and Experience We Prefer:
Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell
Experience with Software Tool Kits (STKs), writing software adapters, use of AI agents
Experience using MATLAB, Ansys, or other M&S software applications
Familiar with agile software development
Familiar with IT infrastructure software applications (e.g., MS Server)
Experience in the Middle East or working with native Arab cultures
Military experience or military related programs
Understanding of RTX Collins Aerospace and its policies/procedures
Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:
Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.
Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.
RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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RTX operates in aerospace and defense with three main units: Pratt & Whitney jet engines, Collins Aerospace avionics and flight systems, and Raytheon defense systems. Jet engines provide thrust for commercial and military aircraft, avionics manage cockpit controls and navigation, and Raytheon builds missiles, radar, and sensing platforms. It differentiates itself by offering an integrated, end-to-end portfolio across both commercial aviation and national defense under one corporate roof, built on the legacy of Raytheon and UTC. Its goal is to help customers fly more efficiently and protect nations by advancing propulsion, electronics and defense tech for civilian and security needs.
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