Lead MDAO Engineer - Weapon Performance

We are seeking an experienced MDAO Lead to join our Weapons Performance team. In this role, you will lead multidisciplinary design, analysis, and optimization (MDAO) efforts that bring aerodynamics, structures, propulsion, and GNC together into unified vehicle-level trade studies and optimization frameworks for Zone 5's air-launched effects, tactical interceptors, and next-generation munitions — from early concept and sizing through preliminary design, test correlation, and fielded performance. 

We're looking for a technical leader with an entrepreneurial mindset: someone who takes personal responsibility for the success of the systems they help build and has a bias toward action. You will work with the Weapons Performance team's manager to help set technical direction for MDAO, mentor engineers across disciplines, and partner closely with Aerodynamics, Structures, Propulsion, GNC, and Systems Engineering to ensure our systems perform reliably under demanding launch, flight, and terminal conditions. 

Benefits: 

• →Competitive total compensation package 
• →Comprehensive benefit package options include medical, dental, vision, life, and more.
• →401k with company-match 
• →3 weeks of paid time off each year
• →40 hours of sick time
• →12 annual company holidays

Why Join Zone 5 Technologies?

• →Innovative Environment: Work on cutting-edge technology that is shaping the future of defense and aerospace.
• →Collaborative Culture: Join a team of passionate professionals dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.
• →Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

If you are passionate about unmanned aircraft technology and want to be a part of a dynamic and growing company, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and join the Zone 5 Technologies team! 

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