Manufacturing Engineer 1/2
Zone 5 Technologies
Manufacturing Engineer 1/2
Zone 5 Technologies
Aerospace engineering and high-volume munitions production
At Zone 5 Technologies, we're redefining what's possible in precision weapons and unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). Our team of engineers and innovators are developing cutting-edge autonomous solutions to deliver affordable and scalable precision weapons, interceptors, and UAS.
We're building the next generation of munitions and unmanned systems for the United States and its allies. If you're driven by hard problems, energized by rapid innovation, and ready to make an impact on defense technology, you belong here.
Role Summary for Level I:
The Manufacturing Engineer I supports day-to-day production activities while learning manufacturing processes, tooling, documentation, and quality requirements for UAV systems. This role works closely with technicians, assemblers, quality, and supply chain to support stable production.
Role Summary for Level II:
The Manufacturing Engineer II independently owns manufacturing processes for assigned assemblies or production areas. This role balances quality, schedule, and cost while supporting scalable production of UAV systems. Tasks and responsibilities expected for this role include those captured by lower role specific levels.
This role involves working closely with engineers, production technicians, and operations teams to support multiple programs and value streams.
Key Responsibilities for Level I:
Key responsibilities for Level II (In addition to Level I):
Qualifications for Level I:
Qualifications for Level II (In addition to Level I):
2nd Shift Hours are 3:00pm to 11:30pm
Level I: $79,000 - $103,000
Level II: $93,000 - $120,000
What's in it for you:
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Why Join Zone 5 Technologies?
If you are passionate about unmanned aircraft technology and want to be a part of a dynamic and growing company, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and join the Zone 5 Technologies team!
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Pay range for this role 79000 - 120000 USD
Aerospace engineering and high-volume munitions production
Zone 5 designs and builds unmanned aircraft systems and low-cost missiles for defense, serving as a prime DoD contractor with vertical integration from concept to production. Its products, like the Rusty Dagger cruise missile, Paladin UAS for autonomous counter-drone missions, and White Spike for counter-UAS and precision strikes, are engineered for high-volume, low-cost production with modular avionics for fast fielding. It differentiates itself by a production-first approach that aims to cut unit costs and shorten development timelines, delivering a flight-ready system within about four months, and by controlling design and manufacturing in-house as a vertically integrated contractor; in 2026 it became a mostly-owned subsidiary of Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace. Its goal is to provide affordable, scalable munition and counter-UAS solutions for the DoD and allied forces.
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