Software Engineer I-3

About the role

As a Software Engineer I (Embedded), you will work with and be mentored by a talented group of engineers in a fast-moving, collaborative Agile development environment. In this entry-level role, you will plan, design, develop, and test software systems or applications for software enhancements and new products, including cloud-based or internet-related tools.

Responsibilities

• Work within a defined software life cycle development process.
• Support the full life-cycle of product including design, coding, debugging, test, deployment, and maintenance.
• Code, simulate, integrate, and validate software.
• Write quality code that is modular, reusable, testable, and scalable.
• Write unit tests to test code you've written.
• Participate in software design reviews.
• Deliver work on time according to estimated completion dates and project schedule & budget.
• Support and derive algorithm design from detailed software requirements.
• Use JIRA to keep an accurate work log and status of all tasks.
• Work closely with multiple teams of software developers supporting different programs.
• Follow AV's software development process to develop quality code under general supervision.
• Work on problems of limited scope in a continuous learning environment under moderate supervision.
• Work closely with other engineering disciplines.
• Contribute to the design, coding, documenting, and testing of software using the Scrum Framework, with guidance from senior engineers.
• Demonstrate understanding of the system design you are working on and the role that assigned tasks play in the system.
• Demonstrate strong listening, questioning, clarifying, and summarizing skills to effectively communicate in one-on-one and small group settings.
• Develop and enhance professional expertise.
• Research and re-engineer to propose alternate solutions to issues.
• Excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment where small teams share a broad variety of duties.
• Display strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives.
• Take ownership and responsibility for current and past work products.
• Commit to learning from mistakes and improving performance of oneself, others, and the company.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline is required, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• 0 - 2 years of relevant experience in Windows or Linux application software development.
• Object-Oriented Design experience is required; Qt experience is a plus.
• Expertise in one of the following: C# .Net, Java, C++, and/or Web UI.
• Demonstrated familiarity with source code configuration management tools such as SVN and Git.
• Experienced writing unit tests, using an IDE, and understanding basic debugging techniques.
• Demonstrated mathematical and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated understanding of object-oriented design, data structures, databases, and operating systems.
• Willingness to travel locally (occasionally).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with test-driven development.
• Experience with Android, iOS, or React/Redux web development.
• Demonstrated basic knowledge of networking.

Skills

• Effective problem-solving, analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Focus on teamwork, collaboration, and putting the success of the team above individual interests.

Physical Demands

• Ability to work in an office and manufacturing 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).

Pay

The salary range for this role is $60,500 - $92,500. 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.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401K with company matching.
• 9/80 work schedule.
• Paid holiday shutdown.

For more information about our company benefit offerings, please visit http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.

About the company

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.

This position requires access to information subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under ITAR and EAR, or be eligible for an export license. A “U.S. person” is defined as a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. Some positions will require current U.S. citizenship due to contract requirements.