Deputy Chief 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><span data-contrast="auto">Zone 5 is seeking a Deputy Chief Engineer to lead the development and integration of next-generation unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). This role demands expertise in unmanned vehicle systems with either advanced software and/or hardware engineering capabilities. The Deputy Chief Engineer will drive technical strategy, architecture, and execution of UAS platforms in concert with the program Chief Engineer. </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>

<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Key Responsibilities</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>

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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Define system architecture and technical requirements for next-generation platforms including aerodynamic design, propulsion, guidance, and payload integration </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>

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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Oversee integration with aircraft systems including mechanical interfaces, communication links, and launch enclosures </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>

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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Drive technical decision-making across multidisciplinary teams including aerodynamics, flight controls, autonomy, sensors, and communications </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>

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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Establish and maintain technical standards, design processes, and verification methodologies </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>

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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="6" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Lead technical risk management and trade studies for performance, cost, and schedule optimization </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>

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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="7" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Interface with customers, stakeholders, and program leadership on technical matters </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>

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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="8" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Assist in mentoring and developing engineering talent across the organization </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>

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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="9" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Guide certification and qualification activities for airworthiness and operational readiness </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>

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<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Required Qualifications</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>

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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="10" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">7+ years of experience in unmanned/autonomous vehicle systems development </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>

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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="11" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (Master's or PhD preferred) </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>

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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="12" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">3+ years in technical leadership roles with direct responsibility for system-level design </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>

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