Integration Engineer I/II

Join us at Zone 5 Technologies where innovation and cutting-edge technology drive pioneering advancements in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). Based in the vibrant city of San Luis Obispo CA, we're seeking talented individuals to join and contribute to our growing team.

We thrive on pushing boundaries and inventing solutions to real-world challenges. Join a community of forward-thinkers who collaborate to create impactful products with a global reach. Our team, consisting of engineers and professionals, is prepared to overcome new frontiers and deliver innovative solutions in the field of unmanned aircraft systems.

We're seeking an Integration Engineer I/II to join our flight test group. In this role, you will support the integration, testing, and bring-up of our Uncrewed Aerial Systems (UASs). This role requires a technical background in software and electrical engineering to diagnose and resolve system issues during development and UAS qualification to ready those systems for flight testing. The ideal candidate will have experience in electrical system integration, testing, and debugging across software, hardware, and embedded systems.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in UAV system integration and bring-up activities.
• Support debugging and troubleshooting of software and electrical system issues.
• Work closely with engineers across multiple disciplines to ensure proper subsystem integration.
• Execute test plans for system validation, including hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) and flight tests.
• Assist in setting up test environments for electrical and software component verification.
• Document test results, configurations, and troubleshooting procedures.
• Gain hands-on experience with UAV avionics, sensors, and communication protocols.
• Learn and support firmware debugging, embedded systems, and communication protocols.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• Basic understanding of software and electrical engineering principles.
• Familiarity with debugging tools such as oscilloscopes and multimeters.
• Exposure to programming languages such as C/C and Python.
• Interest in UAV avionics, sensors, and communication protocols (UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, Ethernet).
• Willingness to learn and collaborate in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Willingness to learn and collaborate in a fast-paced environment.
• Exposure to programming languages such as C/C and Python.
• Interest in UAV avionics, sensors, and communication protocols (UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, Ethernet).
• Willingness to learn and collaborate in a fast-paced environment.

Pay range for this role

$80,000 - $120,000 USD

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
• 4 weeks of paid time off each year
• 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.
• Flexible Work Arrangement: Benefit from a hybrid work environment with the flexibility for remote work.

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.

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!