Careers at Avav

Worker Type Regular Job Description Summary The Software Engineer II (Embedded) has the opportunity to develop a variety of innovative unmanned and robotic systems for multiple defense and commercial applications. The Embedded Software Engineer writes functional software for deployment on embedded devices and systems like aircraft and payloads and have the opportunity to test out those devices in flight test environments. This requires the engineer to design, develop, code, test and debug system software as well as analyze and enhance efficiency, stability and scalability of the software on particular devices. There is a mix of full lifecycle development as well as a need to use existing software code base to expand the capabilities to match specific program requirements. Position Responsibilities Writes and tests software to support integration of sensors and embedded processors into aircraft (such as autopilots, payloads, software defined radios or other functional components) or other robotic systems Designs and implements software for prototypes and products using established AeroVironment and industry developed tools and practices. Ensure good configuration control and management of software Assists in writing of requirements, test plans, diagnostic tools, and in validation testing of software. Assist with hardware selection and recommend processing, memory and storage needs of systems Supports development of rapid prototyping and conceptual level testing and will require estimating time to develop software and scoping the depth of the development with project/program management to fit timeline and budget constraints Works closely with other engineering disciplines. Focused on getting the job done Supports transition of development software to production environments and to certification. Participates in multi-disciplinary development teams Supports testing through flight test and handoff to operational teams Develops proof of concept capability demonstrations. Conducts and supports design reviews Follows AV's software development process to develop quality code Works on problems of moderate scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors. Operates in a continuous learning environment under little supervision. Other duties as assigned Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience) Ability and willingness to work on-site daily in Huntsville. A BS degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Minimum 2- 5 years of work experience or demonstrated equivalent competency and professionalism. Strong expertise in C++ and object-oriented development. 2-5 years of relevant experience in Linux application software development. Demonstrated knowledge of Visual Studio, Eclipse or similar IDE as well as defect tracking tools. Experience collaborating closely with and building formal consensus with colleagues on engineering teams. Experience troubleshooting complex realtime systems from application layer down to comms, drivers, and board support layers. Willingness to pursue troubleshooting trails wherever they lead, including beyond nominal domain of expertise. Demonstrated mathematical and analytical skills. Demonstrated ability to break down large or ambiguous problems into manageable tasks. Strong product focus: Driven to understand the product and all its subsystems as a cohesive whole the role that assigned tasks play in. Demonstrates strong interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills Has effective problem-solving, analytical, interpersonal and communication skills Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products Demonstrates competency in researching and re-engineering to propose alternate solutions to issues Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, managing responsibilities to multiple concurrent projects. Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company Focused on teamwork, collaboration and puts the success of the team above one's own interests. Periodic travel will likely be required in support of testing equipment at approved flying locations Periods of development may require long irregular hours around deadlines, weekends and some holidays and in field test environments Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies Expertise in C and Python. Experience with unit testing and test-driven development. Experience working with and development for Comms bus drivers using common protocols such as Ethernet, RS-485, RS-232, CAN, I2C, SPI, USB, “bit banging”. Sensor driver integration (pressure sensors, thermistors, GPS, IMU) Radio, servo, actuator integration Demonstrated professional and/or hobby experience with LLM-assisted software development. Experience with updating build pipelines, especially CI/CD. Prior experience with embedded development (e.g. robotics, drones, vehicle systems, medical systems) Prior experience with professional coding standards and linters (MISRA, JSF, PClint, Understand) Prior experience working with or developing autopilot code (e.g. Ardupilot, PX4, INAV) Prior experience in aerospace or defense sectors. Prior experience with board bring-up / developing board support packages. Experience with ARM architecture processors, particularly STM32 product family. Proficiency working with microcontroller RTOS systems (such as μC/OS, freeRTOS). Expertise with common aerospace RTOSs such as Integrity or VxWorks. Demonstrated electronics knowledge and experience with oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, network analyzers. Prior experience as a system engineer and/or test engineer. Prior experience developing formal peer-reviewed software requirements (DOORS, Jira, Xray preferred). Experience in general aviation and/or remote-control fixed wing aircraft (Part 91 and Part 107 licenses a plus). Physical Demands Ability to work in an office and R&D environment (Constant) Required to stand and sit for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent) Special Requirements: U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) required. Occasionally may be required to travel within the Continental U.S. Clearance Level No Clearance The salary range for this role is: $74,500 - $113,500 AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills. ITAR Requirement: This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements. A “U.S. person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements. Benefits : AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits . We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us. Principals only need apply. NO agencies please. About AV: AV isn’t for everyone. We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission-obsessed. The best of the best. We don’t just build defense technology—we redefine what’s possible. As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S., AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber. From AI-powered drones and loitering munitions to integrated autonomy and space resilience, our technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve. Founded by legendary innovator Dr. Paul MacCready, AV has spent over 50 years pushing the boundaries of what unmanned systems can do. Our heritage includes seven platforms in the Smithsonian—but we’re not building history, we’re building what’s next. If you're ready to build technology that matters—with speed, scale, and purpose—there’s no better place to do it than AV. We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status. ITAR U.S. Citizenship required. Must be willing to work on government contracts and have the ability to obtain a security clearance.

Worker Type Regular Job Description Summary The Manager, Mission Systems Software , leads a large, multi-site team of software engineers building the onboard mission systems software for uncrewed aircraft, including vision-based navigation, autonomy, cooperative behaviors, and flight software. As a member of the Engineering management team, the Manager scales and develops the team through rapid growth, participates in defining and executing the software development strategy, budget, and program commitments, and partners with the Software Chief Engineer on technical direction. Position Responsibilities: Manages a large, multi-site group of software engineers, including budget planning, staffing, training, performance evaluation and career development. Attracts and retains high caliber staff and provides mentorship Scales the team through rapid growth: drives hiring, onboarding, and the development of engineers into senior contributors and leads to keep pace with expanding program demand Partners with the Software Chief Engineer to shape the mission systems software roadmap and priorities, spanning vision-based navigation, autonomy, cooperative behaviors, and onboard flight software Plans, coordinates, and directs software development projects across multiple programs Works in an Agile environment to coordinate software development including scope, scheduling, resourcing, and block/release planning Champions software quality through design reviews, requirements-based testing, code coverage, and disciplined branching and release practices Guides the reuse of common software across programs to reduce sustainment burden and accelerate delivery Partners with systems engineering, GNC, hardware, test, and program teams to align software with system requirements and integration and flight-test milestones Frequently interacts with subordinate supervisors, customers and/or functional peer group managers, normally involving matters between functional areas Establishes and assures adherence to budgets, schedules and work plans. Interacts with senior management Other duties as assigned Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience): BS degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience 12+ years of software engineering experience, with a strong background in embedded, robotics, or mission systems software development At least 4+ years in a management or technical lead role, successfully leading a software team of 15 or more engineers Demonstrated success building and scaling a software team through a period of rapid growth Experience delivering flight-critical or mission-critical software through a full development lifecycle, from requirements through integration, test, and deployment Experienced with modern development and CI/CD tooling (e.g., Git/GitLab, CI pipelines, containerization) and Linux environments Demonstrated ability to work across software, systems, GNC, and program teams to deliver on program and customer milestones Occasionally may be required to travel within the Continental U.S. Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies: Advanced degree is desired Background delivering software for UAS, drones, robotics, autonomous systems, or other defense or aerospace platforms is a strong plus Familiarity with mission systems domains such as computer vision, machine learning, autonomy, or GNC is a plus Familiarity with real-time flight software and robotics/autonomy software frameworks is a plus Familiarity with open-systems and airworthiness standards (e.g., MOSA, FACE, DO-178) is a plus Experience leading a distributed or multi-site team in a defense technology or fast-paced product environment is a plus Prior experience or clearance eligibility to support work in a controlled or cleared environment is a plus Demonstrates competency in communicating technically and effectively across software, systems, GNC, and program groups and staff Skilled at identifying, communicating and mitigating technical risks and issues Embraces AI-assisted development tooling and encourages its adoption to improve team efficiency and quality Demonstrates strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills Exercises independent judgment in methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results Uses vision to think beyond the immediate situation, explore multiple potential paths, and adapt decision-making style based on the situational circumstances Inspires, motivates, and empowers people to deliver organizational goals, while also delivering value back to employees Brings organizational values to life using personality, uniqueness and the creation of a shared vision Champions the process of change and promotes a culture of quick adaptation while helping others deal with the effects of change Demonstrates the ability to develop and maintain internal and external trusting, professional relationships Assesses the degree of risk and opportunity in plans or actions and takes appropriate action to mitigate them or makes plans to build on the opportunity Physical Demands: Ability to work in an office and production environment (Constant) Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent) Special Requirements: U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) required. Occasionally may be required to travel within the Continental U.S. Clearance Level No Clearance The salary range for this role is: $141,000 - $215,000 AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills. ITAR Requirement: This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements. A “U.S. person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements. Benefits : AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits . We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us. Principals only need apply. NO agencies please. About AV: AV isn’t for everyone. We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission-obsessed. The best of the best. We don’t just build defense technology—we redefine what’s possible. As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S., AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber. From AI-powered drones and loitering munitions to integrated autonomy and space resilience, our technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve. Founded by legendary innovator Dr. Paul MacCready, AV has spent over 50 years pushing the boundaries of what unmanned systems can do. Our heritage includes seven platforms in the Smithsonian—but we’re not building history, we’re building what’s next. If you're ready to build technology that matters—with speed, scale, and purpose—there’s no better place to do it than AV. We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status. ITAR U.S. Citizenship required. Must be willing to work on government contracts and have the ability to obtain a security clearance.

Worker Type Regular Job Description Software-Systems Analyst Summary The Systems Simulation, Software and Integration Directorate (S3I) Government Systems Integration Laboratory (G-SIL) supports the acquisition, integration, test, and evaluation of technologies developed for the Portfolio Acquisition Executive Fires (PAE Fires) Integrated Fires Mission Command (IFMC) and Integrated Battle Command System (IBCS). The G-SIL is a government-owned Hardware-in-the-Loop (HWIL) integration and test facility staffed by Army civilians and contractor personnel from multiple organizations. The Software/System Analyst will work as part of a multidisciplinary team of hardware, software, and operational test professionals to plan, execute, analyze, and report on real-time test events and experiments. The position will support testing and analysis of evolving IBCS Major End Items (MEIs), adapted weapons and sensors, interfaces within the Army Integrated Air and Missile Defense (IAMD) system of systems, and interfaces with other Army and Joint systems across live and virtual test environments. The successful candidate will apply software analysis, simulation, systems integration, and test-analysis expertise to evaluate system performance, identify defects and limitations, assess mission impacts, and communicate findings to government leadership and technical stakeholders. Familiarity with Army Air and Missile Defense systems, operational concepts, and doctrine is highly preferred. Strong written, verbal, analytical, and presentation skills are required . Position Responsibilities Evaluate the functional capabilities of the Army Integrated Air and Missile Defense (IAMD) family of systems against Agile features, user stories, requirements, and Interface Control Documentation (ICDs). Conduct operational readiness and system-performance assessments of IBCS and integrated Army radars, weapons, and uplinkers , including LTAMDS, IFPC, RIG-360, Sentinel A4, ALPS, and other integrated systems. Develop and execute test cases and provide technical direction for the preparation of test stimuli required to evaluate system capabilities and mission scenarios. Perform verification and validation of simulation tools used for test-stimulus preparation, real-time instrumentation, post-processing of data logs, and analysis. Identify and recommend new tools and methodologies as testing requirements evolve. Analyze and support the integration of IBCS Foreign Military Sales (FMS) software builds with foreign sensors and weapons, identifying integration issues, system limitations, and potential mission impacts. Independently analyze test data and results; review analysis performed by other team members; reconcile discrepancies; and develop technically sound conclusions and recommendations. Conduct operational test and fielding analyses for deployed IBCS Army units and assess system performance against operational requirements. Document software and system defects, limitations, and anomalies in JIRA and communicate significant issues to appropriate technical working groups. Develop technical analysis findings, presentations, and briefings for government leadership and the PAE Fires Joint Data Analysis community. Collaborate with hardware, software, systems engineering, and operational test personnel to resolve technical issues and support successful execution of integrated test events. Required Bachelor's degree in Computer Science , Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, or related technical field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant military experience. 5+ years of experience in software analysis, simulation, systems integration, test, or a related technical discipline. Experience analyzing software or system test results. Ability to communicate technical findings and mission risks to senior leadership. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications. U.S. citizenship. Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance. Preferred Experience with IBCS, Patriot, THAAD, Sentinel, Aegis, LTAMDS, IFPC, or related Air and Missile Defense systems. Operational experience with Patriot or other Army Air Defense systems. Experience with Python, MATLAB, or similar scripting/analysis tools. Experience with tactical operations, Air Battle Management, Air Defense Tactics, or Joint Kill Chain procedures. Patriot Master Gunner/Top Gun certification. Table VIII certification. Battalion or Brigade Standardization Officer experience. Experience developing defense plans and presenting senior-level Courses of Action (COAs). Clearance Level Secret The salary range for this role is: $80,500 - $123,000 AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills. ITAR Requirement: This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements. A “U.S. person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements. Benefits : AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits . We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us. Principals only need apply. NO agencies please. About AV: AV isn’t for everyone. We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission-obsessed. The best of the best. We don’t just build defense technology—we redefine what’s possible. As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S., AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber. From AI-powered drones and loitering munitions to integrated autonomy and space resilience, our technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve. Founded by legendary innovator Dr. Paul MacCready, AV has spent over 50 years pushing the boundaries of what unmanned systems can do. Our heritage includes seven platforms in the Smithsonian—but we’re not building history, we’re building what’s next. If you're ready to build technology that matters—with speed, scale, and purpose—there’s no better place to do it than AV. We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status. ITAR U.S. Citizenship is required. Secret or Top Secret clearance, or the ability obtain a clearance is desired.

Worker Type Regular Job Description Summary We are seeking an experienced Senior Systems Engineer to perform systems engineering activities for a family of Unmanned Systems supporting defense and commercial applications. In this role, you will: Perform systems engineering across the full systems engineering V, including requirements decomposition, functional analysis (using MBSE), and verification and validation planning and execution. Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, software, and integration teams to develop, review, and implement system architectures and requirements. Contribute to process and tool improvements and share technical knowledge with team members. Key Responsibilities Develop system, subsystem, and component requirements specifications including requirements decomposition, derivation, allocation, and traceability. Perform functional analysis and contribute to system architecture development using Model-Based Systems Engineering methods. Support the definition and management of system interfaces, including creation of Interface Control Documents and related artifacts. Contribute to system trade studies and analyses (performance, cost, schedule, risk). Support verification and validation planning including defining approaches for establishing requirements compliance, supporting the development of test plans and test procedures, and supporting test execution. Support customer discussions and participate in internal and external design reviews. Travel up to 10% to support customer meetings, design reviews, integration, and test events. Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science/Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering, or related field; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. DoD Secret security clearance. 5+ years of relevant experience architecting, modifying, and supporting complex systems, preferably defense and/or aerospace systems. Demonstrated proficiency in Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) using SysML v1.x and Cameo Enterprise Architect / Cameo Systems Modeler. Experience with requirements management tools (preferably Jama), including: Authoring and managing system, subsystem, component specifications. Establishing and maintaining end-to-end traceability to architecture, design, and verification artifacts. Experience developing systems engineering and architecture artifacts, such as specifications, ICDs, architecture diagrams, CONOPS, trade studies, and analyses. Experience supporting systems verification and validation activities, including: Developing or reviewing verification methods and compliance assessments. Supporting test planning, procedure development, requirements traceability, and test execution. Experience working in a collaborative, multidisciplinary engineering environment and communicating progress, technical issues, and risks to systems engineering leadership and program stakeholders. Ability to perform in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment where small teams share broad responsibilities. Strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives. Excellent problem-solving, analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills. Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree in Systems Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science/Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering, or related field from an ABET-accredited institution. Current, active U.S. DoD Secret clearance or higher. Familiarity with MBSE methodologies and frameworks such as UAF and OOSEM. Experience preparing or supporting presentations of systems engineering content and artifacts at technical reviews (e.g., SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR). Exposure to one or more of the following technical areas is desired: Software / Embedded Software RF Systems Networking Optics (EO/IR) Natural and Induced Environments Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3) Cybersecurity Physical Demands Ability to work in an office and manufacturing environment (Constant) Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent) Clearance Level No Clearance The salary range for this role is: $100,500 - $153,250 AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills. ITAR Requirement: This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements. A “U.S. person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements. Benefits : AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits . We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us. Principals only need apply. NO agencies please. About AV: AV isn’t for everyone. We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission-obsessed. The best of the best. We don’t just build defense technology—we redefine what’s possible. As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S., AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber. From AI-powered drones and loitering munitions to integrated autonomy and space resilience, our technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve. Founded by legendary innovator Dr. Paul MacCready, AV has spent over 50 years pushing the boundaries of what unmanned systems can do. Our heritage includes seven platforms in the Smithsonian—but we’re not building history, we’re building what’s next. If you're ready to build technology that matters—with speed, scale, and purpose—there’s no better place to do it than AV. We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status. ITAR U.S. Citizenship required. Must be willing to work on government contracts and have the ability to obtain a security clearance.

Worker Type Regular Job Description Summary As a Sr. Software Engineer (Applications) one works with and is mentored by a talented group of engineers in a fast moving, collaborative Agile development environment. In this role, one plans, designs, develops and tests software systems or applications for software enhancements and new products including cloud-based or internet-related tools. Position Responsibilities Develops C++ software to implement control algorithms, interface with ground control station (GCS) software, and integrate with various payloads Supports the development of ground control station (GCS) software for Android Owns architecture and design decisions for software systems, ensuring alignment with program requirements and long-term maintainability. Evaluates technical tradeoffs and risk across performance, reliability, and schedule constraints Troubleshoots technical issues with aircraft and payloads Interfaces with 3rd party vendors to integrate new payloads onto the platform Develops user manuals and other technical documentation Collaborates with systems engineers and other software disciplines to ensure consistent, reliable system performance Partners with the Chief Engineer and Product Line Manager to define requirements, plan new projects, and evaluate emerging opportunities Operates in a continuous learning environment; provides technical leadership, guidance, and mentoring to less experienced engineers Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience) Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university and 8 years of related experience; or Master’s degree in a STEM discipline with 6 years of related experience; or PhD with 4 years of related experience Extensive, hands-on experience with modern C++, maintainable software architecture, and modular system design Experience with DDS (Data Distribution Service) or similar protocols, including managing data distribution across disparate nodes over constrained networks, and general knowledge of networking topologies and principles Experience developing software for mechatronic or hardware-integrated systems, including familiarity with safety-critical concepts such as determinism and real-time systems Ability to engage directly with technical and non-technical customers Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies Hands-on knowledge of CMake or similar build systems; able to support cross-platform builds for Android and Linux (x86 and ARM) Experience with UAS, drones, robotics, autonomous vehicles, or other embedded systems Experience with CI/CD pipelines (GitLab or similar) Experience with Docker — used for application deployment, development and testing environments Kotlin or Java experience (e.g., for Android development) Comfortable taking ownership across multiple areas of a project rather than working in a narrow, siloed role Willingness to travel locally (Occasionally) Physical Demands Ability to work in an office environment (Constant) Required to stand and sit for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent) Clearance Level No Clearance The salary range for this role is: $111,500 - $170,000 AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills. ITAR Requirement: This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements. A “U.S. person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements. Benefits : AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits . We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us. Principals only need apply. NO agencies please. About AV: AV isn’t for everyone. We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission-obsessed. The best of the best. We don’t just build defense technology—we redefine what’s possible. As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S., AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber. From AI-powered drones and loitering munitions to integrated autonomy and space resilience, our technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve. Founded by legendary innovator Dr. Paul MacCready, AV has spent over 50 years pushing the boundaries of what unmanned systems can do. Our heritage includes seven platforms in the Smithsonian—but we’re not building history, we’re building what’s next. If you're ready to build technology that matters—with speed, scale, and purpose—there’s no better place to do it than AV. We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status. ITAR U.S. Citizenship required. Must be willing to work on government contracts and have the ability to obtain a security clearance.