Lead Software Engineer

AeroVironment, Inc.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 112,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental Vision

401K with company matching

9/80 work schedule

Paid holiday shutdown

Job summary

AeroVironment, Inc. in Huntsville, AL is seeking an experienced software engineer to work within a formal lifecycle, contribute to design reviews, and implement high-quality code under time constraints.

The role involves mentoring peers, collaborating across teams, and delivering tested software while supporting diverse programs. Ideal candidates have 8–12 years of Windows/Linux development, strong OO design, and proficiency in C#/.Net, Java, C++, or Web UI, plus Agile process experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a technical field.
• 8–12 years of Windows or Linux application software development experience.
• Object oriented design experience required.
• Expertise in C#/.Net, Java, C++, or Web UI.
• Experience writing unit tests and debugging code.
• Familiar with formal/v structured lifecycle development and Agile processes.
• Familiar with SVN and Git, IDEs and debuggers.
• Willing to travel locally (occasional).

Responsibilities

• Works within a defined software life cycle development process.
• Understands requirements and processes.
• Leads software design reviews and creates design docs.
• Implements coding to standards and validates via tests.
• Contributes to process improvements and delivers on schedule.
• Coordinates with multiple teams and mentors less experienced engineers.
• Possibility to lead teams on new assignments.

Skills

Bachelor's degree

8-12 years experience

Object Oriented Design

C# .Net, Java, C++, Web UI

Unit tests & debugging

Agile SDLC

Source control (SVN, Git)

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, CS, EE, Math or Physics

Tools

SVN

Git

IDEs & Debuggers

Job description

Position Responsibilities

• Works within a defined software life cycle development process
• 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
• Demonstrates methods and procedures on new assignments and may coordinate activities of other personnel (Team Lead)
• Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Math, or Physics is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Minimum 8 - 12 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)

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

• 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

Physical Demands

• Ability to work in an office environment (Constant)
• Required to stand and sit for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)

Clearance Level

• No Clearance

Salary range for this role is

$111,500 - $170,000

ITAR Requirement

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 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.

Benefits

• medical
• dental vision
• 401K with company matching
• 9/80 work schedule
• 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.

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.

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 U.S. Citizenship required. Must be willing to work on government contracts and have the ability to obtain a security clearance.

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