Zone 5 Technologies, LLC is seeking a highly skilled
Environmental Qualification & Design Engineer to lead the environmental testing, validation, and design integration of advanced counter-drone drone and missile systems for U.S. Department of Defense programs. This role requires a deep understanding of
MIL-STD-810,
EMI/EMC, and missile systems-blending hands-on test execution with early-phase design input to ensure our platforms perform in the most demanding operational environments.
Key Responsibilities:- Develop, author, and execute detailed environmental test plans in compliance with MIL-STD-810 and related military standards.
- Partner with design engineering teams to integrate test-derived insights into hardware architecture, material selection, and packaging to improve reliability and survivability.
- Translate environmental qualification needs into design guidelines and drive early-phase design reviews to ensure environmental readiness.
- Conduct and oversee testing across critical environments, including shock, vibration, temperature, humidity, rain, and sand/dust.
- Coordinate and support EMI/EMC testing, including collaboration with external labs and internal electrical teams.
- Lead test setup planning, including harnessing, fixturing, instrumentation, and data acquisition strategies.
- Serve as primary technical interface for third-party test houses-coordinating logistics, validating setup integrity, and ensuring test fidelity.
- Apply knowledge of missile systems and counter-UAS platforms to guide realistic and mission-relevant test planning.
Ideal Candidate Profile:- A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in aerospace, defense, or high-reliability systems engineering.
- Direct hands-on expertise in MIL-STD-810 environmental testing, with working knowledge of DO-160 and/or related military/industry standards.
- Experience in identifying root cause failure and incorporating insights into early design phases to ensure success.
- Solid understanding of both mechanical and electrical systems, including familiarity with power/harnessing, enclosures, and electronics packaging under extreme conditions.
- Hands-on experience with test instrumentation, vibration tables, thermal chambers, and data collection tools.
- Proven ability to work cross-functionally with internal engineering teams and external testing partners.
- Experience supporting or qualifying missile systems, guided munitions, or small aerial vehicles in DoD acquisition or RDT&E environments.
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Electrical Engineering - Master's preferred.
Level IV: $142,000 - $193,000/yr.
Level V: $171,000 - $230,000/yr.
Pay range for this role
$142,000-$230,000 USD
What's in it for you:Benefits:
- Competitive total compensation package
- Comprehensive benefit package options include medical, dental, vision, life, and more.
- 401k with company-match
- 3 weeks of paid time off each year
- 40 hours of sick time
- 12 annual company holidays
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!
