Dev Ops Engineer

AeroVironment, Inc.; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 102,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K with company matching

9/80 work schedule

Paid holidays

Job summary

AeroVironment, Inc. is seeking a DevOps Software Engineer to support a national security program. You will develop and maintain custom apps and scripts across Linux-based platforms, implement automation with Ansible, and work with Docker containers.

Strong communication with internal teams and external partners is essential. Applicants should have 3+ years in Rust/Python, and experience with Linux environments, Agile development, and scalable architectures.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI w/polygraph.
• Demonstrated 3+ years of experience using Rust and/or Python to develop applications and services.
• Experience with Rust strongly preferred; ability to learn new languages quickly.
• Demonstrated experience implementing automation tools using Ansible.
• Demonstrated experience implementing custom apps using Docker containers.
• Demonstrated experience maintaining custom application code bases.
• Strong written/verbal communications and problem-solving skills.
• Able to work well in a team and as an individual contributor.
• Experience with agile development methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and/or modify custom applications and scripts across multiple platforms.
• Maintain custom software applications and services.
• Recommend and implement improvements to existing software solutions.
• Maintain system architecture for versatility and consistency across platforms.
• Provide input to software configuration, docs, roadmaps, and updates.
• Attend meetings and reviews.
• Communicate with internal teams, program manager, and customer teams.
• Coordinate with mission partners and vendors as required.

Skills

Active TS/SCI w/polygraph

Rust

Python

Ansible

Docker

Linux

Agile development

Tools

VMware

Ubuntu Server

Windows Server

Samba

Linux Firejail

GitHub / GitLab

Squid

Greylog

SQL / PostgreSQL

PowerShell

Job description

8824

Worker Type

Regular

Job Description

Summary

AV is seeking a DevOps Software Engineer to join an established customer-facing project supporting U.S. national security. The ideal candidate will have experience with custom applications and scripts across multiple platforms and implementing improvements to existing software solutions. This position requires strong ability to communicate with internal team members across multiple areas, the program manager, and customer team members. In addition, the successful candidate will regularly engage with external parties such as mission partners and vendors as required.

Position Responsibilities

• Develop and/or modify custom applications and scripts implemented across multiple platforms

• Maintain custom software applications and services

• Recommend and implement improvements to existing software solutions

• Maintain system architecture to ensure versatility and consistency across multiple platforms

• Provide input to software configuration and system documentation, improvements to capabilities, build roadmaps, and update software as required

• Attend meetings and reviews

• Communicate with internal team members across multiple areas, the program manager, and customer team members

• Communicate with external parties such as mission partners and vendors as required

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

• Active TS/SCI w/polygraph

• Demonstrated custom development experience using Linux based servers and appliances

• Demonstrated 3+ years of experience using Rust and/or Python to develop applications and services.

• Experience with Rust strongly preferred; candidates with a demonstrated ability to quickly learn new languages will also be considered

• Demonstrated experience implementing automation tools using Ansible

• Demonstrated experience implementing custom apps using Docker containers

• Demonstrated experience in maintaining custom application code bases

• Demonstrate strong written/verbal communications, problem solving, organizational and interpersonal skills including willingness and ability to document and share information

• Able to work well in a team environment and as an individual contributor

• Experience with agile development methodologies

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

• Knowledgeable of the following programming languages and IT technologies:

• Rust (e.g. Actix, Rocket, or Warp, Wasm for client-side Rust Code)

• Python

• VMWare

• Ubuntu Server

• Windows Server

• Samba

• Linux Firejail

• Docker

• Ansible

• Github / Gitlab

• Squid

• Greylog

• SQL / Posgresql

• Knowledgeable in developing automation solutions for routine processes such as alerting and logging (e.g. PowerShell for scripting automation)

• Knowledgeable of web-based application development and best practices

• Knowledgeable of custom browser plugin development

• Understanding of RESTful APIs and microservices architecture

Ability to integrate AI models into web applications

Preferred Certifications

• Security+ ITIL v3 Foundation

• Certified System Administrator

• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)

• Web Application Pen Testing Certification

Location

On-site in Chantilly, VA

Salary Range : $102,000.00 - $190,000.00

Compensation & Benefits Notice

The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Determination of official compensation or salary relies on several factors including, but not limited to, level of position, job responsibilities, geographic location, scope of relevant work experience, educational background, certifications, contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements, alignment with local internal equity, as well as alignment with market data.

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 will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify U.S. person status under the ITAR and the EAR. A “U.S. person” according to their 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.

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 .

We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.

Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.

Who We Are

Based in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971 by celebrated physicist and engineer, Dr. Paul MacCready, we’ve been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years. Be a part of the team that developed the world’s most widely used military drones and created the first submarine-launched reconnaissance drone, and has seven innovative vehicles that are part of the Smithsonian Institution’s permanent collection in Washington, DC.

Join us today in developing the next generation of small UAS and tactical missile systems that will deliver more actionable intelligence to our customers so they can proceed with certainty – and succeed.

What We Do

Building on a history of technological innovation, AeroVironment designs, develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense and allied military services use the company’s hand-launched UAS to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real-time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.

ITAR

About AV:

AV isn’t for everyone. We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission-obsessed. The best of the best.

We don’t just build defense technology—we redefine what’s possible. As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S., AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber. From AI-powered drones and loitering munitions to integrated autonomy and space resilience, our technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve.

Founded by legendary innovator Dr. Paul MacCready, AV has spent over 50 years pushing the boundaries of what unmanned systems can do. Our heritage includes seven platforms in the Smithsonian—but we’re not building history, we’re building what’s next.

If you're ready to build technology that matters—with speed, scale, and purpose—there’s no better place to do it than AV.

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