Director of Software Engineering, Integration & Simulation

AeroVironment • Simi Valley, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Engineering, Software Engineering is an experienced individual within the Autonomous Systems (AxS) Segment, with extensive knowledge performing one’s function in a fast-paced organization. As a member of the Engineering leadership team, this individual participates in executing the overall strategic technology roadmap that will drive the business growth in a very competitive market space . This position will oversee a talented team of Simulation and Software Integration Engineers that develops world class products & solutions within a defined fast paced R&D development process, with highest levels of safety, reliability, innovation and lowest cost for multiple applications. In this role, one is responsible for building a functional organization that has the capabilities and capacities to meet the business needs. Location: On-site at AeroVironment Engineering Centers: Simi Valley, CA; Petaluma, CA; San Diego, CA; Huntsville, AL; Sunrise, FL; Pottstown, PA; Melbourne, FL.

Requirements

• BS degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• 12+ years of experience in embedded programming and knowledge in embedded system design
• At least 2+ years in a supervisory role and successfully managing a technical design team
• 8+ years' experience on multiple engineering projects including research and development efforts, with a focus on embedded software aspects of the project life cycle
• Experienced in and knowledgeable of real-time operating systems (RTOS), I/O drivers, and micro-controllers
• Experienced in and knowledgeable of data communication protocols (i.e. I2C, SPI, CAN, USB)
• Demonstrated expert programming ability with C language
• Occasionally may be required to travel within the Continental U.S.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree is desired
• Demonstrates competency in communicating technically and effectively with electrical, mechanical and software groups and staff
• Skilled at identifying, communicating and mitigating technical risks and issues
• Understands schematics and is skilled at using a logic analyzer
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills
• Exercises independent judgment in methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results
• Uses vision to think beyond the immediate situation, explore multiple potential paths, and adapt decision-making style based on the situational circumstances
• Inspires, motivates, and empowers people to deliver organizational goals, while also delivering value back to employees
• Brings organizational values to life using personality, uniqueness and the creation of a shared vision
• Champions the process of change and promotes a culture of quick adaptation while helping others deal with the effects of change
• Demonstrates the ability to develop and maintain internal and external trusting, professional relationships
• Assesses the degree of risk and opportunity in plans or actions and takes appropriate action to mitigate them or makes plans to build on the opportunity
• Secret or Top Secret clearance, or the ability obtain a clearance is desired.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage an engineering organization skilled in rapid prototyping and transitioning projects to full production.
• Define and drive adoption of simulation-based product development as a core engineering capability.
• Guide the use of instrumented flight test vectors and data acquisition to support simulation and validation.
• Oversee rapid system performance evaluation through advanced modeling, advocate for best practice application, and foster simulation expertise across the team.
• Continuously improve software simulation and integration capabilities to support the Autonomous Vehicle Segment (AxS).
• Manage engineering resources and budgets aligned with strategic plans and the Annual Operating Plan (AOP).
• Cultivate a professional environment for engineers to excel and grow.
• Participate in setting business strategy and act as a key liaison across teams and with leadership.
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.

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: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director