Electrical Engineer III/IV

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.

We are seeking a highly motivated Electrical Engineer III/IV to join our team. As an unmanned aerial systems (UAS) company, we are looking for an individual with experience overseeing small projects and wire harness production work, The ideal candidate should have experience producing, diagnosing and troubleshooting wire harnesses circuits in UAS platforms and should be familiar with Altium for documenting wire harness designs.

Responsibilities:

Design, develop and test electrical systems and components for UAS platforms

Develop and debug microcontroller systems and circuits

Work with mechanical and software engineers to integrate electrical systems into UAS platforms

Develop and maintain schematics, wiring diagrams, and documentation for electrical systems in UAS platforms

Act as the Avionics liaison between engineering and the production line.

Address and close out non-conformances from the production line.

Develop and perform electrical tests and test procedures to verify system functionality

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality electrical systems

Qualifications:

BS or MS in Electrical Engineering or a related field and 5+ years of experience

Experience with diagnosing and troubleshooting circuits in UAS platforms

Proficiency in Altium for circuit board / harness design

Knowledge of analog and digital circuits, power supplies, and CAN bus communication

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work well in a team environment

Expected outcomes:

3 Months: Work on existing UAS electrical systems projects, learning our development processes and systems. Participate in cross-functional teams to integrate electrical systems into UAS platforms.

6 Months: Take on more responsibility, including leading small electrical systems projects and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Take over responsibility for closing out avionics NCRs from the production line.

12 Months: Take over full responsibility as the liaison between the avionics design engineering team and the production line.

Pay Range by level/location:

SLO: Level III - $131,000 - $161,000; Level IV - $160,000 - $200,000

FWB/DFW: Level III - $116,000 - $150,000; Level IV - $145,000 - $190,000

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Pay range for this role$116,000—$200,000 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

Why Join Zone 5 Technologies?

Innovative Environment: Work on cutting-edge technology that is shaping the future of defense and aerospace.

Collaborative Culture: Join a team of passionate professionals dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.

Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

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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