Electrical Engineer 1/2
Zone 5 Technologies
Electrical 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.
Our Electrical Engineer I/II is an early-career role responsible for supporting the design, development, and integration of electrical systems for unmanned aerial systems (UAS). Engineers in this role will assist in wiring, testing, and troubleshooting electrical components while collaborating with a cross-functional team to deliver innovative solutions.
Responsibilities:
Electrical System Support: Assist in the design, development, and testing of electrical systems and components for UAS platforms.
Wiring and Harnessing: Support the production and documentation of wire harnesses using Altium and other tools.
Debugging and Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve basic circuit issues on UAS platforms.
Integration Assistance: Work with mechanical and software engineers to integrate electrical systems into UAS platforms.
Documentation: Maintain schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation for electrical systems.
Testing: Conduct electrical tests and assist in developing test procedures to verify system functionality.
Collaboration: Work with production teams to address non-conformance issues and implement solutions.
Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
Experience: 0 -2+ years of experience in electrical engineering, preferably with exposure to UAS systems or similar projects (internships or academic experience welcomed).
Skills:
Familiarity with Altium or similar design tools.
Basic knowledge of analog and digital circuits.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
Pay Ranges by Level/Location:
SLO: Level I: $93,000 - $112,000; Level II: $107,000 - $136,000
FWB/DFW: Level I: $80,000 - $105,000; Level II: $98,000 - $130,000
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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 80000 - 136000 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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