Developmental Test/Environmental Test Engineer

<div class="content-intro"><p>At Zone 5 Technologies, we're redefining what's possible in unmanned aircraft systems. Our team of engineers and innovators is developing cutting-edge autonomous solutions that push the boundaries of UAS technology - solving complex challenges that matter.</p> <p>We're building the future of UAS capabilities, and we're looking for exceptional talent to join us. If you're driven by hard problems, energized by rapid innovation, and ready to make an impact on next-generation flight systems, you belong here.</p></div><p><strong>Developmental Test/Environmental Test Engineer</strong></p> <p><em>(Testing, Validation & MIL-STD-810 - or equivalent - Design Integration)</em></p> <p>Zone 5 Technologies, LLC is seeking a highly skilled <strong>Environmental Qualification & Design Engineer</strong> 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 <strong>MIL-STD-810</strong>, <strong>EMI/EMC</strong>, and missile systems—blending hands-on test execution with early-phase design input to ensure our platforms perform in the most demanding operational environments.</p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Develop, author, and execute detailed <strong>environmental test plans</strong> in compliance with <strong>MIL-STD-810</strong> and related military standards.</li> <li>Partner with design engineering teams to integrate test-derived insights into hardware architecture, material selection, and packaging to improve reliability and survivability.</li> <li>Translate environmental qualification needs into <strong>design guidelines</strong> and drive early-phase design reviews to ensure environmental readiness.</li> <li>Conduct and oversee testing across critical environments, including <strong>shock, vibration, temperature, humidity, rain, and sand/dust</strong>.</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Coordinate and support <strong>EMI/EMC testing</strong>, including collaboration with external labs and internal electrical teams.</li> <li>Lead <strong>test setup planning</strong>, including harnessing, fixturing, instrumentation, and data acquisition strategies.</li> <li>Serve as primary technical interface for <strong>third-party test houses</strong>—coordinating logistics, validating setup integrity, and ensuring test fidelity.</li> <li>Apply knowledge of <strong>missile systems</strong> and counter-UAS platforms to guide realistic and mission-relevant test