Associate Software Engineer

Worker Type

Regular

Job Description

Summary

As an Associate Software Engineer, one works with and is mentored by a talented group of engineers in a fast moving, collaborative Agile development environment. In this entry level role, one plans, designs, develops and tests software systems or applications for software enhancements and new products including cloud-based or internet-related tools.

Position Responsibilities

• Works within a defined software life cycle development process
• Supports the full life-cycle of product including design, coding, debugging, test, deployment and maintenance
• Codes, simulates, integrates and validates software. Writes quality code that is modular, reusable, testable, and scalable. Writes unit tests to test code you've written.
• Participates in software design reviews
• Delivers work on time according to estimated completion dates and project schedule & budget
• Supports and derives algorithm design from detailed software requirements
• Uses JIRA to keep an accurate work log and status of all tasks. Works closely with multiple teams of software developers supporting different programs
• Follows AV's software development process to develop quality code under general supervision
• Works on problems of limited scope. Operate in a continuous learning environment under moderate supervision
• Works closely with other engineering disciplines
• Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

• 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 a must; 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 are required
• Demonstrated understanding of object-oriented design, data structures, database, and operating systems.
• Willingness to travel locally (Occasionally)

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

• Experience with test-driven development is preferred
• Experience with Android, iOS, or React/Redux web development is preferred
• Demonstrated basic knowledge of networking is preferred
• With guidance from senior engineers, one contributes to the design, coding, documenting and testing software using the Scrum Framework
• Demonstrates understanding of the system design one is working on and understand the role that assigned tasks play in the system
• Demonstrates strong listening, questioning, clarifying and summarizing skills to effectively communicate in one-on-one and small group setting
• Develops and enhances professional expertise. Demonstrates ability to research and re-engineer to propose alternate solutions to issues.
• Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties
• Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives
• Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products
• Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company
• Has effective problem-solving, analytical, interpersonal and communication skills
• Focuses on teamwork, collaboration and puts the success of the team above one's own 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)

Clearance Level

No Clearance

The salary range for this role is:

$66,500 - $101,500

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.

ITAR Requirement:

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. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements. 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.

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. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: .

We also encourage you to review our company website at to learn more about us.

Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.

About AV:

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.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.

ITAR

U.S. Citizenship required. Must be willing to work on government contracts and have the ability to obtain a security clearance.