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Our team of engineers and innovators is developing cutting-edge autonomous solutions that push the boundaries of UAS technology - solving complex challenges that matter.\nWe'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.\nWe'relooking for apeople-firstSoftware Engineering manager to oversee the development, integration, and maintenance of software systems for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). This role involves leading a team of software engineers, collaborating with cross-functional teams (hardware, systems, and flight operations), and ensuring that all software complies withsafety, performance, and regulatory requirements. The candidate will be responsible forthe entire software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering through design, implementation, and validation. \nSoftware Engineering Manager - Embedded Software (UAV Systems) \nResponsibilities \nTeam Leadership & Management: Build, mentor, and manage a high-performing software engineering team developing mission-critical embedded software for UAV flight control, communications, mission planning, and data processing. \nTechnical Direction & Architecture Oversight: Provide technical leadership and architectural guidance for embedded software systems, ensuring scalability, safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance. \nProject & Execution Coordination: Coordinate with product and program managers to define project scope, allocate resources, set priorities, and manage software development schedules for flight control, mission management, and payload software programs. \nSystems Integration & Delivery: Collaborate with cross-functional engineering groups to ensure seamless integration of software with hardware, sensors, communication systems, and ground control systems. \n Quality Assurance & Safety: Oversee verification and validation activities, including unit testing, simulation, hardware-in-the-loop (HITL), and flight testing to ensure performance, robustness, and safety of delivered software. \nCompliance & Certification Leadership: Ensure development follows certification frameworks and safety standards such as DO-178C, ARP4754, and other UAV regulatory requirements. \nInnovation & Technology Strategy: Evaluate emerging technologies and drive adoption into product roadmaps, supporting advancement in autonomy, communications, and mission capabilities. \nProcess Improvement: Help refine development best practices, coding standards, test methodologies, and documentation processes to support scalability and efficiency. \nStakeholder Collaboration: Align software engineering goals with product, business, and operational requirements by coordinating closely with program and product management, systems engineering, hardware engineering, and flight operations teams. \nDocumentation Oversight: Ensure creation and maintenance of high-quality documentation including design artifacts, test plans, certification documentation, and user manuals. \nQualifications \nBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred). \nMinimum of 7+ years of software engineering experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership, management, or team-lead role. \nStrong background in embedded or aerospace software development, with experience in UAV systems strongly preferred. \nFamiliarity with programming languages and modeling tools used in embedded and control systems (e.g., C, C++, C#, Python, MATLAB, Simulink). \n Understanding of real-time operating systems (RTOS), flight control systems, and communication protocols (e.g., STANAG-4586, ARINC-825, MAVLink). \nExperience with network protocols (UDP, TCP, DNS, DHCP) and working with networked embedded devices. \nKnowledge of software development lifecycle tools and workflow systems (Git, GitHub, JIRA, CI/CD). \nDemonstrated ability to lead diverse technical teams, communicate effectively, and drive results in a fast-paced engineering environment. \nFamiliarity with safety-critical systems and certification standards such as DO-178C and ARP4754. \nPreferred Qualifications \nExperience with autonomy-enabling technologies such as machine learning, computer vision, or advanced sensor fusion. \nKnowledge of satellite or long-range communication technologies relevant to UAV platforms. \nPrior involvement in scaling engineering teams or multi-program software organizations. \nPay range for this role\n$170,000—$220,000 USD\nWhat's in it for you:\nBenefits: \nCompetitive total compensation package \nComprehensive benefit package options include medical, dental, vision, life, and more.\n401k with company-match \n3 weeks of paid time off each year\n40 hours of sick time\n12 annual company holidays\nWhy Join Zone 5 Technologies?\nInnovative Environment: Work on cutting-edge technology that is shaping the future of defense and aerospace.\nCollaborative Culture: Join a team of passionate professionals dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.\nCareer Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.\nIf 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! \nIn 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. \nZone 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. 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