Lead UAS Systems Architect & Chief Engineer

Zone 5 Technologies; Fort Walton Beach (FL); Hybrid; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

401k with company-match

4 weeks of paid time off

12 annual company holidays

Job summary

Zone 5 Technologies in Fort Walton Beach, Florida, seeks a Chief Engineer to lead the development of next-generation unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). This role demands deep expertise in unmanned multi-rotor systems and advanced engineering capabilities, focusing on defining technical strategies and overseeing project execution.

Ideal candidates will have over 12 years of experience in the UAS field and a proven ability to lead technical teams across various engineering disciplines. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package are included in this hybrid position.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in unmanned aircraft systems development.
• 5+ years in technical leadership roles with system-level design responsibility.
• Deep understanding of flight dynamics and control systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical development of UAS from concept to production.
• Define system architecture and technical requirements for platforms.
• Oversee integration with aircraft systems and maintain technical standards.

Skills

Technical leadership

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering or related field

Master's or PhD (preferred)

Tools

Flight control software

Systems engineering tools

Job description

Zone 5 Technologies in Fort Walton Beach, Florida, seeks a Chief Engineer to lead the development of next-generation unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). This role demands deep expertise in unmanned multi-rotor systems and advanced engineering capabilities, focusing on defining technical strategies and overseeing project execution.

Ideal candidates will have over 12 years of experience in the UAS field and a proven ability to lead technical teams across various engineering disciplines. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package are included in this hybrid position.