AeroVironment-posted about 1 month ago
Full-time • Mid Level
San Diego, CA

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.
  • Occasionally may be required to travel within the Continental U.S.
  • 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.
  • 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.
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