// Computer Engineer
I’m Jonathan Zavala — a Computer Engineering graduate from Cal State Long Beach. I specialize in embedded systems, firmware, and system integration. Currently building tools at Silicon Forensics.
Senior capstone — distributed wireless weather stations using ESP32 + LoRa mesh topology. Custom 3D-printed enclosures with environmental sensors, GPS, and a real-time PC dashboard.
Kotlin Android app that measures WiFi and cellular signal strength in real time to validate Faraday bag shielding effectiveness. Built at Silicon Forensics for forensic hardware QA and law enforcement. Replaced a limited desktop tool that could only test 10 bags per session.
C++ manufacturing automation tool that validates storage drives via Windows IOCTL, cross-references serial numbers against CSV production manifests, and auto-logs QC results. Built at Silicon Forensics to handle high-volume client orders.
Network fundamentals, routing & switching, security, and automation. Study notes, lab configs, and hands-on projects.
Cal State Long Beach · 2025 · GPA: 3.74
Two-time President’s List honoree. Senior capstone: LoRa Mesh Weather Network.
Silicon Forensics · Aug 2024 – Present
Building test automation tools, Android RF apps, and custom systems for forensic hardware manufacturing.
40th Anniversary Edition. Building it out as a dedicated snowboarding rig — mechanical restoration, suspension, armor, and gear storage for mountain trips.