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SAEED YOUSIF AHMED ALI AL-ALI

Consultant | Defense Technology And Telecom

UAE, Abu Dhabi

Profile summary

Strategic Projects Manager with 14 years of GCC experience shaping defense and telecom outcomes through project strategy and cross-functional execution. Known for delivering defense vehicle systems and maritime assets while directing stakeholder communication and governance compliance. Committed to good governance and operational excellence across regional initiatives.

Career highlights

Defense Project Delivery: Delivered the offshore raiding craft project and the RG-31 vehicle system installation to clients on time while defining project strategy and resource allocation.

Marine Product Research: Researched and developed a waterproof marine remote control and documented the entire design process during operations at Harris Atlas.

Maritime Asset Compliance: Evaluated maritime assets for compliance against international classification and certification standards while coordinating advisory services for regional and international clients.

Technical Training and Certifications: Completed professional development programs including Operation and Maintenance of Telecommunication Systems and Use of Computer Planning Applications from L3Harris Technologies.

Key skills

ProfessionalExcellent oral and written communication skills as well as the ability to prepare professional documents in Arabic and English Time management abilities and Critical and analytical thinking Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks while producing reports within strict deadlines Integrity and openness as well as a commitment to good governance An inquisitive mind with a drive for excellence Flexibility and the ability to Lead and work effectively as part of a team Security Solutions Communication Systems Defense Vehicles UAV Operations Telecom Tactical Operations Project Management Resource Allocation Governance Compliance Vendor Coordination Stakeholder Communication
SkillsProject Strategy Cross-Functional Execution

Professional experience

TECHNICIANJan 2013 - Jan 2017
Etimad security solutions, Abu Dhabi UAEAbu Dhabi, UAE
UAV OPERATORJan 2012 - Jan 2013
Abu Dhabi Autonomous Systems Investments Co
Team leaderFeb 2017 - Oct 2024
Harris Atlas, Abu Dhabi UAEAbu Dhabi, UAE

Defines project strategy for strategic and operational defense initiatives, steering cross-functional execution and resource allocation. Manages technical teams maintaining communication systems, security solutions, and defense vehicles. Directs stakeholder communication, governance compliance, and vendor coordination across multiple operational workstreams.

  • Delivered the offshore raiding craft project and the RG-31 vehicle system installation to clients on time.
  • Researched and developed a waterproof marine remote control, documenting the design process.
  • Supervised workshop maintenance operations and coordinated subcontractor calibration schedules for test instruments.
ConsultantOct 2024 - Present
National guard, Abu Dhabi UAEAbu Dhabi, UAE
  • Advise on unmanned and autonomous systems, including UAV, UGV, and USV capabilities.
  • Support capability development, technical evaluations, trials, and operational assessments.
  • Provide recommendations on advanced technologies, sensors, communications, AI, autonomy, and mission systems.
  • Coordinate with senior stakeholders, end users, OEMs, and defense companies.
  • Review project performance, technical proposals, risks, and contractor deliverables.
  • Prepare executive recommendations and decision-support reports for senior management.

Education

Master’s DegreeJan 2018 - Jan 2018
AL GHURAIR UNIVERSITY

Engineering Management

Bachelor’s DegreeJan 2017 - Jan 2017
AL HOSN UNIVERSITY

Engineering – Mechanical Engineering

PHD DegreeJan 2023 - Jan 2023
UNIVERSITI TEKNIKAL MALAYSIA MELAKA

Entrepreneurship and Management

MSc Artificial IntelligenceDec 2026
University of Essex

Certifications

Operation and Maintenance of Telecommunication Systems and Use of Computer Planning Applications (CPA)L3Harris Technologies, Rochester NY USA
Power Plant Safety Course
Public Warehousing in Military Service
Design Thinking
Delegation, Coaching and Mentoring Skills
Government Innovation Tools
Cyber Security Basics
Reporting skills for non-managers

Languages

English · Fluent

Arabic · Native