Associate Software Engineer
AeroVironment, Inc.1 day ago
Moorpark, CA, USAEntry Level
Base Salary
$67k - $102k/yr
Responsibilities
- Develop, debug, test, deploy, and maintain software applications and product enhancements.
- Code, simulate, integrate, and validate modular, reusable, testable, and scalable software.
- Write unit tests and participate in software design reviews.
- Support algorithm design, software documentation, and the full software development lifecycle.
- Use JIRA to maintain accurate work logs and task status.
- Work with multiple software development teams and other engineering disciplines.
- Contribute to software development under guidance from senior engineers using the Scrum Framework.
- Deliver work according to estimated completion dates, project schedules, and budgets.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- 0–2 years of relevant experience developing Windows or Linux application software.
- Object-oriented design experience and expertise in C# .NET, Java, C++, and/or Web UI.
- Familiarity with source code configuration management tools such as SVN and Git.
- Experience writing unit tests, using an IDE, and applying basic debugging techniques.
- Understanding of object-oriented design, data structures, databases, and operating systems, along with mathematical and analytical skills.
- Occasional willingness to travel locally.
- Preferred qualifications include test-driven development, Android, iOS, React/Redux web development, and basic networking knowledge.
- Must be able to work in office and manufacturing environments and satisfy applicable ITAR/EAR requirements; some positions require current U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain a security clearance.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- 401(k) with company matching.
- 9/80 work schedule.
- Paid holiday shutdown.
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.