Zone 5 Technologies
Senior-level individual contributor responsible for leading the design, development, and optimization of guidance, navigation, and control systems for unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). The role drives innovation in flight controls software, contributes to strategic initiatives from concept through flight testing, and mentors junior engineers while collaborating across disciplines. Engineers in this position ensure high performance of flight control systems and lead research and development efforts in advanced control methodologies.
Headquarters
San Luis Obispo, California, United States
Company Size
51-200 employees
Zone 5 Technologies is a San Luis Obispo, CA–based developer of advanced unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and modular avionics tailored for government and defense missions. They deliver end-to-end solutions from CONOPS and flight control systems to air-launched effects and counter‑UAS platforms, validated through extensive simulation and flight testing. Key products include Air Launched Effects, the open interceptor White Spike, and the multi‑mission Paladin (BlueUAS approved) with options for C‑UAS and munitions delivery. Zone 5 emphasizes flight-proven, modular designs that provide operational flexibility for demanding defense applications.
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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