AeroVironment-posted 10 days ago
Full-time • Mid Level
San Diego, CA
1,001-5,000 employees

As a Sr. Staff Software Engineer (Applications) leads and mentors a talented group of engineers in a fast moving, collaborative Agile development environment. In this role, one leads the plans, design, development and testing of mission systems flight software.

  • Software development in support of AV’s vision-based navigation, autonomy, cooperative behaviors, and mission systems technology roadmap
  • Writes and tests onboard Linux application software to support integration of sensors, processors, or other robotics systems into aircraft
  • Understands the requirements and process.
  • Participates in and leads software design reviews
  • Creates software design documentation according to software process requirements
  • Implements coding according to coding standard.
  • Writes a unique test, and validate software according to the process.
  • Contributes to 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 and provides guidance and mentoring to less experienced engineers
  • Works on significant and unique issues where analysis of situations or data requires an evaluation of intangibles
  • Acts independently to determine methods and procedures on new or special assignments.
  • May supervise the activities of others
  • Other duties as assigned
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Math, or Physics is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
  • Minimum 12+ years of relevant experience in Linux application software development.
  • Familiar with OOP software design patterns, SDLC, and STLC
  • Expertise in one of the following: Python, C, C++11/17, and STL
  • Demonstrated knowledge of VS Code or similar IDE as well as defect tracking tools
  • 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 control tools such as Git and cloud-based CI/CD tools
  • Willingness to travel locally (Occasionally)
  • U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) required.
  • ITAR Requirement: T his 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.
  • Must be willing to work on government contracts and have the ability to obtain a security clearance.
  • Advanced degree is preferred
  • Experience with computer vision and machine learning on embedded systems
  • Experience with UAS, drones, robotics, autonomous vehicles, or other embedded systems
  • Familiar with real-time controls, especially advanced estimations techniques
  • Experience developing within the Robot Operating System (ROS2) framework on Linux/ARM
  • Familiar with the FACE technical standard and UoC development
  • Demonstrates leadership skills and sound 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
  • 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 .
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