Software Engineer (EMB), I
AeroVironment, Inc.1 day ago
Moorpark, CA, USAEntry Level
Base Salary
$67k - $102k/yr
Responsibilities
- Write and test software integrating sensors and embedded processors into aircraft, payloads, software-defined radios, and robotic systems.
- Design and implement prototype and production software while maintaining configuration control and software quality.
- Develop system requirements, test plans, diagnostic tools, validation tests, proof-of-concept demonstrations, and design-review materials.
- Analyze and improve software efficiency, stability, scalability, and capabilities using existing code bases.
- Assist with hardware selection and recommend system processing, memory, and storage requirements.
- Support rapid prototyping, conceptual testing, flight testing, production transition, and certification activities.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams and project or program management to scope work and meet schedule and budget constraints.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- 0–2 years of relevant experience and experience troubleshooting systems.
- Proficiency with Python, C, C++11, C++ STL, and/or OpenCL.
- Knowledge of Visual Studio, Eclipse, or a similar integrated development environment and defect-tracking tools.
- Experience with RS-485, RS-232, CAN, I2C, SPI, and USB protocols.
- Demonstrated mathematical, analytical, problem-solving, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Preferred experience includes STM32 processors, µC/OS, FreeRTOS, Video4Linux, Ubuntu Linux kernel modification and compilation, Linux/ARM driver development, ROS, basic electronics, and laboratory equipment.
- Must be able to work under moderate supervision, learn continuously, collaborate in small multidisciplinary teams, and periodically travel to approved equipment-testing and flying locations.
- Applicants must meet applicable ITAR/EAR requirements as a U.S. person or be eligible for approval of an export license; some positions may require current U.S. citizenship.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- 401(k) with company matching.
- 9/80 work schedule.
- Paid holiday shutdown.
- Periodic travel and work in office, R&D, and field-test environments may be required; development periods may include irregular hours, weekends, and some holidays.
About AeroVironment, Inc.
AeroVironment builds small unmanned aircraft systems, loitering munitions (e.g., Switchblade), and related software, sensors, and services for U.S. and allied defense agencies. The public company (NASDAQ: AVAV), founded in 1971 and headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, sells hardware, training, and lifecycle support, with widely fielded systems such as Raven, Puma, and Wasp. It also offers autonomy and robotic technologies used in reconnaissance, targeting, and force protection missions.