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Zone 5 Technologies

Embedded Software Engineer V/VI

Fort Walton Beach, Florida, United StatesFrom $210kmidAdded today

About this role

Zone 5 Technologies seeks an experienced Embedded Software Engineer to design and implement software for unmanned aircraft systems, including microcontroller firmware, sensor integration, and flight-testing of autonomous platforms. This senior-level role involves leading new projects while debugging complex systems and collaborating across engineering teams.

What you'll do

  • Design, code, and implement embedded software for microcontrollers on unmanned aircraft
  • Conduct flight testing and validation of embedded systems in real-world environments
  • Develop and test software for sensor and processor integration (autopilots, payloads, radios, etc.)
  • Lead development planning and execution of new projects and programs
  • Debug, troubleshoot, and isolate software issues in UAS platforms
  • Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams on autonomous solutions

What they're looking for

  • Embedded C/C++ programming
  • Microcontroller development and firmware
  • UAS/UAV software systems
  • Real-time systems and embedded OS
  • Hardware integration and sensor communication
  • Flight testing and validation
  • Software debugging and diagnostics
  • Technical leadership and project planning
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Zone 5 Technologies

Zone 5 Technologies designs and manufactures unmanned aircraft systems and UAVs, focusing on advanced avionics integration and autonomous flight technologies. The company is hiring Systems Integration & Test Engineers, Systems Engineers, and Continuous Improvement Engineers to develop Hardware-in-the-Loop environments, optimize manufacturing processes, and validate next-generation unmanned aircraft systems.

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Likely interview questions

  • Describe your experience developing firmware for embedded microcontrollers in aerospace or autonomous systems applications.
  • Walk us through a complex embedded software issue you debugged in a flight or real-world environment—what was your approach?
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