Zone 5 Technologies ยท 3 weeks ago
Mechanical Engineer III/IV
San Luis Obispo, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$125K/yr - $165K/yr
3+ years expZone 5 Technologies is redefining unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) technology. They are seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to design, develop, and optimize mechanical systems for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), ensuring their performance and compliance with industry standards.
AerospaceManufacturingMechanical Engineering
Responsibilities
Design and Development: Design mechanical components and systems for UAVs and other aerospace vehicles, including airframes, propulsion systems, control surfaces, landing gears, and payload integration
Prototyping and Testing: Build and test UAV prototypes to ensure mechanical reliability and performance, including ground and flight tests to validate designs
Structural Analysis: Conduct stress, strain, and fatigue analysis on UAV structures and systems to ensure they can withstand operational conditions such as high speeds, altitudes, and varying temperatures
Thermal Management: Design and analyze thermal systems to manage heat dissipation, especially for high-performance UAVs and aerospace applications
System Integration: Collaborate with electrical, avionics, and software engineers to integrate mechanical systems with sensors, communication, and control systems in unmanned aircraft
Material Selection: Evaluate and select lightweight, high-performance materials for UAVs, optimizing for fuel efficiency, durability, and strength
Failure Analysis: Perform root cause analysis on mechanical system failures and develop solutions to enhance the safety and performance of UAVs
UAV Maintenance and Repair Procedures: Develop guidelines for the inspection, maintenance, and repair of UAV mechanical systems to ensure long-term operational efficiency
Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all designs meet relevant UAS regulations and industry standards
Engage in R&D for cutting-edge UAS technologies, including autonomous systems, additive manufacturing, and advanced composite materials
Documentation: Create detailed reports, design specifications, maintenance manuals, and testing documentation for UAS mechanical systems
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
3-7 years of experience in aerospace mechanical systems, including 2+ years working on unmanned aircraft (UAVs) or related autonomous systems
Proficiency in CAD and mechanical design software (e.g., SolidWorks) for aerospace and UAS applications
Proficiency in detailed design including geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) and drafting
Experience with design for manufacturability (DFM) and tooling design
Experience with finite element analysis (FEA) and other simulation tools
Strong knowledge of fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, structural mechanics, and aerodynamics
Understanding of UAV manufacturing processes, including 3D printing and advanced composite materials
Familiarity with UAV-specific regulations and broader aerospace certification processes (e.g., DO-160, AS9100)
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills
Benefits
Competitive total compensation package
Comprehensive benefit package options include medical, dental, vision, life, and more.
401k with company-match
4 weeks of paid time off each year
12 annual company holidays
Company
Zone 5 Technologies
Zone 5 Technologies is an aviation component manufacturing company that develops and tests unmanned aircraft systems.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2025-12-17Acquired
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