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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 26 days Zone 5 Technologies's roles stay open a median of 45 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- No 46% of Zone 5 Technologies's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Zone 5 Technologies
- high 79 stale, 8 reposted of 104 open
- Hiring momentum
- 135 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-09-17
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Zone 5 Technologies's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Zone 5 Technologies.
About this role
The Software Integration Lead at Zone 5 Technologies is responsible for the development, integration, verification, and validation of software systems for unmanned aircraft systems. The role involves planning and supporting various testing phases, analyzing test data, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe aircraft performance. The engineer will also mentor junior engineers and drive communication across engineering disciplines to meet project objectives.
- benefits
- 3/5
- freshness
- 4/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 0/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Zone 5 Technologies as an employer.
What you need
- Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field
- Strong understanding of test engineering methodologies, data analysis techniques, requirements-based testing, flight dynamics and stability, and flight control systems
- Understanding of aircraft systems and avionics integration
- Strong proficiency in one or more of the following: C/C++, Python, MATLAB/Simulink
- Experience with simulation and modeling tools
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills
Nice to have
- Experience with autonomous aircraft, UAVs, missiles, or robotic systems
- Understanding of guidance, navigation, and control architectures
- Familiarity with DO-178C, DO-160 and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
- Experience with software-in-the-loop (SITL) and hardware-in-the-loop (HITL) systems
- Experience with flight-critical or safety-critical software
What you get
- 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
Worth weighing
- No specific technologies or tools mentioned for simulation and modeling
- The role requires the ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance, which may limit some candidates
- The job involves mentoring junior engineers, indicating a potential leadership aspect that may not suit all candidates
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Listed by Zone 5 Technologies on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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