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# Developmental Test Engineer at Zone 5 Technologies

Department: EngineeringEducation: education_required

Compensation

$170,000 – $205,000/yr

**Location**
: San Luis Obispo, California

**Type**
: Full-time

**Level**
: senior

**Posted**
: Oct 2, 2026

## Description

Zone 5 Technologies is hiring an Environmental Qualification & Design Engineer to lead environmental testing, validation, and design integration for counter-drone and missile systems supporting U.S. Department of Defense programs. The role develops MIL-STD-810 test plans, conducts shock, vibration, temperature, humidity, rain, and sand/dust testing, coordinates EMI/EMC testing, manages third-party test houses, and translates test results into hardware design guidelines. The position requires 12–15 years of relevant aerospace, defense, or high-reliability systems engineering experience, knowledge of MIL-STD-810 and related standards, hands-on instrumentation and test equipment experience, and a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering. Compensation is $170,000–$205,000 USD, with medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, and other benefits.

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