Mechanical Engineer V/VI

Zone 5 Technologies(1 month ago)

Fort Walton Beach, FL, Florida, United StatesOnsiteFull TimeSenior$175,000 - $225,000Engineering

About this role

Senior Mechanical Engineer responsible for leading design, development, and implementation of advanced mechanical systems for unmanned aircraft systems. The role provides strategic oversight, drives R&D and materials innovation, and ensures regulatory compliance for high-performance UAVs. The position also includes mentorship of junior engineers and cross-functional collaboration to integrate mechanical systems with avionics and software. Engineers will work on prototyping, testing, and advancing autonomous UAS capabilities.

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Required Skills

Mechanical Design
Airframe Design
Propulsion Systems
Payload Integration
Prototyping
Testing
Structural Analysis
Thermal Management
Systems Integration
Materials

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Qualifications

BS in Mechanical Engineering
MS in Mechanical Engineering
BS in Aerospace Engineering
MS in Aerospace Engineering
FAA Part 107
DO-178

About Zone 5 Technologies

zone5tech.com

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.