Software Engineer III (Apps)

AeroVironment•Melbourne, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Software Engineer III (Applications), you will work with and be mentored by a talented group of engineers in a fast-moving, collaborative Agile development environment. In this role, you will plan, design, develop, and test software systems or applications for software enhancements and new products, including cloud-based or internet-related tools. AeroVironment (AV) is a premier autonomous systems company in the U.S., delivering breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber. The company builds AI-powered drones, loitering munitions, integrated autonomy, and space resilience technologies that shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve. Founded by Dr. Paul MacCready, AV has over 50 years of experience pushing the boundaries of unmanned systems.

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 5 - 8 years of relevant experience in Windows or Linux application software development.
Object Oriented Design experience is required
Expertise in one of the following: C# .Net, Java, C++, and/or Web UI
Experienced writing unit tests and debugging code
Experienced with formal and structured lifecycle development process
Experienced with Agile Software Development Process Management
Demonstrated mathematical and analytical skills are required
Demonstrated familiarity with source code configuration management tools such as SVN and Git as well as familiarity with IDEs and debuggers
Willingness to travel locally (Occasionally)
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.
Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree is preferred
Experience with Android, iOS, or React/Redux web development is preferred
Experience with FitNesse test framework is preferred as is experience with UAS, drones, or robotics
Demonstrates understanding of object-oriented design, data structures, database, and operating systems.
A basic knowledge of networking is preferred
Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions
Demonstrates effective listening, questioning, clarifying and summarizing skills to effectively communicate in one-on-one and small group settings
Demonstrates understanding of system design that one is working on and understands the role that assigned tasks play in the system
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

Responsibilities

Works within a defined software life cycle development process
Understands the requirements and process.
Participates in software design reviews
Creates software design documentation according to software process requirements and guidance from Senior Engineers
Implements coding according to coding standard.
Writes a unique test, and validate software according to the process.
Contributes in the process improvement efforts
Delivers work on time according to agreed completion dates and project schedule & budget
Supports and derives algorithm design from detailed software requirements
Works closely with multiple teams of software developers reusing developed software to support different programs
Operates in a continuous learning environment under moderate supervision.
Provides guidance and mentoring to less experienced engineers
Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors
Other duties as assigned