Lead Software Engineer
AeroVironment, Inc.1 day ago
Centreville, VA, USAStaff+
Base Salary
$128k - $195k/yr
Responsibilities
- Implement and optimize computer vision and perception algorithms in C++ for low-SWaP embedded processors.
- Configure CMake and modern C++ build systems and integrate software into unmanned aerial and maritime systems.
- Write unit tests, validate and debug software, and support benchtop testing, demonstrations, and operational field experimentation.
- Lead software design, implementation, documentation, and testing in accordance with software processes and coding standards.
- Collaborate with software developers, external developers, customers, and stakeholders to design reusable software and deliver projects on schedule.
- Provide technical guidance and mentoring to less experienced engineers and contribute to process improvement.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Math, or Physics, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- 8–12 years of relevant experience in software engineering or a related field.
- Strong C/C++ software engineering skills, including data structures, algorithms, object-oriented programming, and development workflows.
- Experience with CMake, modern C++ build systems, Python, Ubuntu and/or CentOS Linux, unit testing, debugging, Git, IDEs, and debuggers.
- Demonstrated mathematical, analytical, problem-solving, communication, collaboration, and technical leadership skills.
- Experience with DDS, gRPC, and Rust is preferred; familiarity with machine learning and computer vision concepts is desired.
- U.S. citizenship is required, along with willingness to work on government contracts and obtain a DoD security clearance.
- Willingness to travel within the continental U.S. up to 40% and obtain or already hold an FAA Part 107 certification.
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.