Zone 5 Technologies ยท 4 hours ago
Embedded Software Engineer I/II
San Luis Obispo, California
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$85K/yr - $130K/yr
1+ years expZone 5 Technologies is redefining what's possible in unmanned aircraft systems. They are seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to develop software for embedded microcontrollers in unmanned aircraft, focusing on integration, debugging, and collaboration with other engineering disciplines.
AerospaceManufacturingMechanical Engineering
Responsibilities
Design, code, and implement software for embedded devices and systems on unmanned aircraft and test out those devices in flight test environments
Write and test software to support the integration of sensors and processors into aircraft (such as autopilots, payloads, radios, or other functional components)
Debug, troubleshoot, and isolate software issues
Ability to read schematics and use standard debugging equipment: oscilloscope, logic analyzer, multimeter
Work closely with other engineering disciplines (mechanical, electrical, etc.)
Participate in design and peer reviews for solutions
Maintain high standards of software quality within the team by adhering to good practices and habits of configuration control
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace, or related field
1- 2+ years of experience in developing embedded software for real-time systems
Experience with real time operating systems, preferably VxWorks or FreeRTOS
Proficient in C/C++ in a real-time embedded environment
Experience using MATLAB and Simulink
Experience with the CAN bus, SPI, and serial (RS485, etc.) protocols
Experience reading and understanding electrical hardware schematics
Experience writing firmware/embedded code for a physical device
Fundamental knowledge of low-level firmware
Experience using an oscilloscope, and logic analyzer for debugging boards
Develop and perform tests and test procedures to verify embedded system functionality
Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to deliver high-quality systems
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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