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Qualification Engineer jobs are open across medical devices, pharmaceuticals, aerospace, and automotive manufacturing, at every level from entry-level to senior and principal, with specializations in process qualification, test validation, and equipment qualification. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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At Zone 5 Technologies, we're redefining what's possible in precision weapons and unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). Our team of engineers and innovators are developing cutting-edge autonomous solutions to deliver affordable and scalable precision weapons, interceptors, and UAS.
We're building the next generation of munitions and unmanned systems for the United States and its allies. If you're driven by hard problems, energized by rapid innovation, and ready to make an impact on defense technology, you belong here.
Zone 5 Technologies is seeking an Environmental Qualification Engineer specializing in EMI/EMC to lead electromagnetic qualification testing of advanced counter-UAS and missile systems for U.S. Department of Defense programs. This role owns EMI/EMC qualification from test planning through final report - working with design engineering, external test labs, and customers to ensure our systems meet electromagnetic environmental effects (E3) requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute EMI/EMC test plans and procedures in compliance with MIL-STD-461 and MIL-STD-464.
- Plan and conduct qualification testing, including conducted and radiated emissions and susceptibility testing.
- Coordinate with external EMI/EMC labs on scheduling, test setup, and test fidelity; serve as the primary technical interface to test houses.
- Build and maintain in-house pre-compliance EMI test capability.
- Lead test setup planning, including harnessing, fixturing, test configurations, and support equipment.
- Troubleshoot EMI/EMC test failures and partner with Electrical Engineering to implement fixes.
- Author test reports and qualification evidence; maintain verification matrices for E3 requirements.
- Support broader environmental qualification testing (e.g., MIL-STD-810, DO-160) as program needs require.
- Support customer test witnessing and present results at reviews.
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
- Experience: 5+ years of experience in EMI/EMC testing for aerospace, defense, or high-reliability systems.
- Skills:
- Hands-on expertise with MIL-STD-461 test methods and working knowledge of MIL-STD-464.
- Experience with EMI test equipment (spectrum analyzers, EMI receivers, LISNs, current probes, antennas, amplifiers).
- Ability to diagnose and resolve EMI/EMC issues.
- Strong technical writing and communication skills.
- U.S. Person status required due to export control regulations.
Preferred Qualifications:
- iNARTE or equivalent EMC certification.
- Experience with lightning, ESD, and HERO testing for ordnance and weapon systems.
- Experience with MIL-STD-810 and DO-160 environmental testing.
- Experience qualifying missile systems, guided munitions, or small aerial vehicles.
- Active U.S. security clearance or ability to obtain.
Level III: $121,000 - $164,000/yr.
Level IV: $154,000 - $190,000/yr.
Level V: $177,000 - $210,000/yr.
What'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!
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
Zone 5 Technologies is a federal contractor and participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. As required by law, we will verify the identity and employment authorization of all new employees using the E-Verify system. Learn more about your rights and responsibilities under E-Verify: https://www.e-verify.gov.
At Zone 5 Technologies, we're redefining what's possible in precision weapons and unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). Our team of engineers and innovators are developing cutting-edge autonomous solutions to deliver affordable and scalable precision weapons, interceptors, and UAS.
We're building the next generation of munitions and unmanned systems for the United States and its allies. If you're driven by hard problems, energized by rapid innovation, and ready to make an impact on defense technology, you belong here.
Zone 5 Technologies is seeking an Environmental Qualification Engineer specializing in EMI/EMC to lead electromagnetic qualification testing of advanced counter-UAS and missile systems for U.S. Department of Defense programs. This role owns EMI/EMC qualification from test planning through final report - working with design engineering, external test labs, and customers to ensure our systems meet electromagnetic environmental effects (E3) requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute EMI/EMC test plans and procedures in compliance with MIL-STD-461 and MIL-STD-464.
- Plan and conduct qualification testing, including conducted and radiated emissions and susceptibility testing.
- Coordinate with external EMI/EMC labs on scheduling, test setup, and test fidelity; serve as the primary technical interface to test houses.
- Build and maintain in-house pre-compliance EMI test capability.
- Lead test setup planning, including harnessing, fixturing, test configurations, and support equipment.
- Troubleshoot EMI/EMC test failures and partner with Electrical Engineering to implement fixes.
- Author test reports and qualification evidence; maintain verification matrices for E3 requirements.
- Support broader environmental qualification testing (e.g., MIL-STD-810, DO-160) as program needs require.
- Support customer test witnessing and present results at reviews.
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
- Experience: 5+ years of experience in EMI/EMC testing for aerospace, defense, or high-reliability systems.
- Skills:
- Hands-on expertise with MIL-STD-461 test methods and working knowledge of MIL-STD-464.
- Experience with EMI test equipment (spectrum analyzers, EMI receivers, LISNs, current probes, antennas, amplifiers).
- Ability to diagnose and resolve EMI/EMC issues.
- Strong technical writing and communication skills.
- U.S. Person status required due to export control regulations.
Preferred Qualifications:
- iNARTE or equivalent EMC certification.
- Experience with lightning, ESD, and HERO testing for ordnance and weapon systems.
- Experience with MIL-STD-810 and DO-160 environmental testing.
- Experience qualifying missile systems, guided munitions, or small aerial vehicles.
- Active U.S. security clearance or ability to obtain.
Level III: $121,000 - $164,000/yr.
Level IV: $154,000 - $190,000/yr.
Level V: $177,000 - $210,000/yr.
What'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!
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
Zone 5 Technologies is a federal contractor and participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. As required by law, we will verify the identity and employment authorization of all new employees using the E-Verify system. Learn more about your rights and responsibilities under E-Verify: https://www.e-verify.gov.
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Who's Hiring
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- Manufacturing
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in qualification engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, life sciences, or a related technical discipline
- Hands-on experience writing and executing IQ, OQ, and PQ protocols
- Familiarity with FDA regulations, GMP, or ISO 13485 quality standards
- Proficiency with statistical tools such as Minitab for process capability analysis
- Experience generating and resolving validation deviations and nonconformance reports
- Working knowledge of risk management methodologies including FMEA
Tips for Your Qualification Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to validation protocols
Qualification engineers are hired to execute IQ, OQ, and PQ protocols, so your resume needs to show exactly that. Name the specific equipment, processes, or systems you validated, the regulatory frameworks you worked under, and the industries where that work happened.
List your protocol authorship upfront
Many candidates bury protocol writing under a vague 'documentation' bullet. Move it front and center. Hiring managers in regulated industries want to see that you can author, execute, and close validation documents, not just follow someone else's.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists qualification engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by regulatory environment
A qualification engineer role in an FDA-regulated medical device company demands very different day-to-day work than one in automotive or semiconductor. When you search, identify the governing framework first so your cover letter speaks directly to what that environment requires.
Prepare a technical walkthrough for interviews
Most qualification engineer interviews include a scenario question asking you to walk through how you would execute a process or equipment qualification. Prepare a clear, step-by-step answer drawn from real experience, naming the deviations you encountered and how you resolved them.
Negotiate around project scope, not just pay
When evaluating an offer, ask which phase of the product lifecycle you will own and whether the role includes design input or only execution. Roles with design input carry more long-term growth. Clarifying scope before you accept tells you as much as the title does.
Qualification Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most qualification engineers?
The companies hiring the most qualification engineers right now include Tesla, Sargent & Lundy, and KIOXIA, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Illinois, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially strong in medical device and pharmaceutical manufacturing, where regulatory requirements drive continuous qualification work.
How many qualification engineer jobs are remote?
About 59% of qualification engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most validation work. Protocol authoring, documentation review, and regulatory writing roles offer the most remote flexibility, while equipment installation qualification and process validation almost always require an on-site presence.
How do you become a qualification engineer?
Start with a bachelor's degree in mechanical, biomedical, chemical, or industrial engineering, or in a life sciences field. Build foundational knowledge of validation lifecycle concepts and the regulatory frameworks relevant to your target industry, such as FDA guidance for medical devices or GMP for pharmaceuticals. Entry-level roles in quality assurance or manufacturing engineering are common starting points because they expose you to documentation systems and process controls. From there, seek out direct involvement in executing IQ, OQ, or PQ protocols to build the hands-on experience employers require.
Can you get a qualification engineer job with little experience?
Yes, entry-level qualification engineer roles exist, particularly at contract manufacturers and companies scaling up new product lines. Employers in these roles often prioritize a solid grasp of validation concepts, attention to detail in technical documentation, and familiarity with quality systems over years of experience. Internships or co-op positions in quality or manufacturing engineering, combined with coursework or self-study in GMP or FDA regulations, can make a strong entry-level application even without formal validation history.
What does the qualification engineer interview process look like?
Most qualification engineer interviews follow a consistent pattern. An initial screening call with a recruiter or hiring manager focuses on your background and regulatory familiarity. A technical interview then tests your understanding of validation lifecycle phases, protocol structure, and how you handle deviations. Many employers include a practical exercise asking you to draft a brief protocol outline or walk through how you would approach an equipment qualification from start to finish. A final round typically involves meeting quality leadership or cross-functional team members who assess how you communicate findings and manage documentation under regulatory scrutiny.
Where can I find and apply to qualification engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to qualification engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your background and apply directly to each listing.
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