Best suited to candidates with experience in UAS and flight-test coordination working in a collaborative, cross-functional environment in San Luis Obispo, California.
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Original posting from Zone 5 Technologies via Greenhouse
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.
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.
At Zone 5 Technologies, the Test and Evaluation Operations Scheduler will coordinate the personnel, range access, facilities, equipment, and operational support required to execute flight-test activities across multiple programs.
This role is highly detail-oriented, execution-focused, and communication-driven, working cross-functionally with Technical Program Managers (TPMs), Test and Evaluation, Engineering, Operations, Logistics, Safety, Security, and external test-site personnel to develop and maintain an integrated flight-test schedule.
The Test and Evaluation Operations Scheduler will translate program forecasts into executable operating plans, identify personnel and resource conflicts, coordinate range and test-site requirements, and maintain clear schedule visibility across the organization.
In this role, you are expected to operate with strong ownership and attention to detail, ensuring upcoming operations are coordinated early, conflicts are identified before they impact execution, and schedule changes are communicated clearly and quickly.
Responsibilities
Integrated Flight-Test Planning & Scheduling
Develop and maintain an integrated, cross-program flight-test schedule
Translate program forecasts into long-range, rolling look-ahead, and daily execution schedules
Identify schedule dependencies, resource constraints, competing priorities, and planning risks
Maintain schedule accuracy, version control, and change visibility
Coordinate schedule changes while minimizing impacts to programs and test operations
Range & Test-Site Coordination
Request, reserve, and track range time, airspace, facilities, and test-site resources
Coordinate requirements, deadlines, approvals, and schedule changes with internal and external stakeholders
Maintain visibility of range limitations, blackout periods, site conflicts, and outstanding actions
Coordinate site access, travel, and operational support requirements
Personnel & Resource Planning
Coordinate with functional managers to identify qualified personnel required for upcoming operations
Forecast staffing requirements and identify personnel gaps before they impact test execution
Coordinate shared aircraft, test articles, vehicles, ground-support equipment, communications equipment, and other resources
Identify cross-program conflicts and develop options for leadership resolution
Schedule Communication & Leadership Briefing
Facilitate recurring flight-test planning and scheduling meetings
Publish clear schedule products for program teams, functional managers, and leadership
Brief upcoming operations, resource constraints, schedule risks, conflicts, and required decisions
Maintain action, dependency, decision, and risk tracking associated with scheduled operations
Execution Support & Process Improvement
Support daily flight-test operations and rapidly replan around weather, range, technical, personnel, or program changes
Track delays, cancellations, resource utilization, and recurring scheduling constraints
Develop standardized planning workflows, templates, metrics, and operating procedures
Capture lessons learned and continuously improve flight-test planning processes
Qualifications
2–7+ years of experience in operations planning, scheduling, program coordination, logistics, workforce planning, or similar roles
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent activities, stakeholders, and deadlines
Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and follow-through
Ability to identify conflicts, develop practical options, and communicate recommendations
Strong written, verbal, and leadership briefing skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and scheduling or project-management systems
Ability to operate effectively in a rapidly changing operational environment
Ability to support occasional travel and changing flight-test schedules as required
Preferred
Bachelor’s degree in Aviation, Business, Operations Management, Project Management, Logistics, or a related field
Aerospace, defense, UAS, aviation, flight-test, or military test experience
Experience coordinating government ranges, test sites, airspace, or external operational partners
Experience developing resource-loaded schedules and workforce capacity plans
Familiarity with flight-test planning, readiness reviews, test cards, and range documentation
Experience with Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, Jira, or equivalent scheduling tools
Experience developing dashboards, schedule metrics, and leadership briefing products
Level II: $78,000 - $102,000
Level III: $91,000 - $119,000
Level IV: $115,000 - $156,000
Pay range for this role$78,000—$156,000 USDWhat's in it for you:
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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