Software QA Automation Engineer I

Position Responsibilities

• Participate in the design, expansion, and maintenance of the automated test suite.
• Aid in defining and planning the scope, resource needs, and goals of manual and automated testing.
• Define and implement QA practices, procedures, standards, and reporting.
• Identify and document project risks, quantify risk/benefit trade-offs, and propose alternative solutions and mitigation strategies.
• Work closely with senior QA automation engineers to design test plans, scenarios, and test cases to exercise new functionality and identify defects.
• Develop and maintain automated test scripts and tools to support regression and system-level testing.
• Partner with cross-functional resources as needed to validate software against project timelines and requirements.
• Collaborate with QA/QC team members to learn concepts, methodologies, and best practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

  Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

  • Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
  • 1–3 years of relevant QA, test engineering, or related experience (internships/co-ops acceptable).
  • Exposure to automated test frameworks or CI tools is a plus.
  • Experience with C++ and/or C# is a plus.

    Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

    • Strong attention to detail and a methodical, process-oriented approach to testing.
    • Hands-on experience with Linux and Windows environments.
    • Familiarity with Docker (e.g., running containers, basic troubleshooting).
    • Basic scripting experience, preferably in Python.
    • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word for test documentation and reporting.
    • Ability to work effectively in a lab environment (hardware/software integration, equipment handling).
    • Strong communication skills and a willingness to learn from more senior team members.
    • Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives.
    • Takes ownership and responsibility for work products.
    • Committed to learning from mistakes and improving the performance of oneself, others, and the company.

      Physical Demands

      • Ability to work in an office and R&D/lab environment (constant).
      • Sit and stand for extended periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and other lab/office equipment (frequent).
      • Ability to safely handle and work around lab equipment, cabling, and test setups.

        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.

          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.
          • We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.

            About AV

            • AeroVironment is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants.
            • We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.

              ITAR

              • 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.
              • 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.
              • We are an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.
              • We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.