Senior Software Engineer

AeroVironment • Jessup, MD

10d • $220,000 - $240,000

About The Position

The Senior Software Engineer will serve as a key technical contributor, designing and delivering advanced software capabilities in support of national security operations. This role demands deep expertise across the software development lifecycle—from requirements analysis and system architecture through implementation, testing, and deployment. You’ll work in a fast-paced, highly secure environment where innovation, precision, and accountability matter.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Math, or Physics is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Minimum 15+ years of relevant experience in application software development
• Extensive background in building, deploying, and supporting enterprise-grade applications
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools, build systems, and containerization
• Proven ability to lead complex development efforts and mentor junior engineers
• Active TS/SCI with Full-Scope Polygraph

Nice To Haves

• Strong background in DevSecOps practices and Agile methodologies
• Familiarity with performance optimization in high-security environments
• Experience integrating with distributed systems and mission platforms

Responsibilities

• Analyze, design, and develop complex software systems in Windows or UNIX environments
• Build and deploy mission-critical applications using modern scripting and compiled languages (e.g., C, C++, C#, Java, Python)
• Lead development teams and provide technical guidance across multiple projects
• Coordinate software installation, configuration, and performance validation with system engineers
• Build and optimize CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, Bamboo, or similar tools
• Containerize and deploy applications using Docker, Artifactory, or other DevSecOps tools
• Select and implement software development processes that align with customer and system engineering requirements
• Ensure quality control through automated testing and rigorous documentation
• Implement scalable, secure solutions using modern deployment technologies like Ansible, Packer, and Terraform
• Contribute to requirements definition, performance tuning, and continuous improvement initiatives

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.

What This Job Offers

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