Lead Embedded Systems Engineer – Robotics & UAS

avav; Moorpark (CA); On-site; USD 147,000 - 224,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K with company matching

9/80 schedule

Paid holiday shutdown

Job summary

AeroVironment in California is seeking a Principal Software Engineer (Embedded) to lead the development of unmanned and robotic systems for defense and commercial applications. The role writes and tests software for embedded devices, designs software for prototypes, and helps transition software to production and certification.

You will guide rapid prototyping, estimate development effort, and collaborate across engineering teams to deliver robust, scalable solutions while meeting timelines and

Qualifications

• A BS degree in Computer Science/Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering or related field is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Minimum 12 - 15 years of experience years of relevant experience
• Experienced trouble-shooting systems is required and is proficient with Python, C, C++11,C++ STL and/or OpenCL
• Demonstrated knowledge of Visual Studio, Eclipse or similar IDE as well as defect tracking tools
• Experienced working with common protocols such as RS-485, RS-232, CAN, I2C, SPI, USB
• Demonstratedmathematical and analytical skills are required
• Periodic travel will likely be required in support of testing equipment at approved flying locations
• Periods of development may require long irregular hours around deadlines, weekends and some holidays and in field test environments

Responsibilities

• Writes and tests software to support integration of sensors and embedded processors into aircraft or other robotic systems
• Designs and implements software for prototypes and products using established tools and practices; ensures proper configuration control
• Leads in writing system requirements, test plans, diagnostic tools, and validation testing; assists with hardware selection and memory/storage needs
• Leads development of rapid prototyping and conceptual testing; estimates time to develop software and scopes development to fit timelines
• Works closely with other engineering disciplines; focuses on getting the job done
• Leads and supports transition of development software to production environments and certification; participates in multi-disciplinary teams
• Develops proof of concept capability demonstrations and conducts design reviews
• Contributes to AV's software development process with quality code
• Handles significant issues requiring evaluation of intangibles
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Python

C

C++11

C++ STL

OpenCL

RTOS

ROS

Linux

Troubleshooting

Education

BS in Computer Science/Engineering or related field

Tools

Visual Studio

Eclipse

SVN

Bitbucket

GitLab

Job description

AeroVironment in California is seeking a Principal Software Engineer (Embedded) to lead the development of unmanned and robotic systems for defense and commercial applications. The role writes and tests software for embedded devices, designs software for prototypes, and helps transition software to production and certification.

You will guide rapid prototyping, estimate development effort, and collaborate across engineering teams to deliver robust, scalable solutions while meeting timelines and