SummaryThe Manager, Software Engineering, coordinates with other departments to meet the milestones during product development cycles. As a member of the Engineering management team, the Software Engineering Manager participates in defining and executing the overall engineering product development strategy, budget, team development and evaluation.Position ResponsibilitiesManages a group of software engineers, including budget planning, staffing, training, performance evaluation and career development. Attracts and retains high caliber staff and provides mentorshipCollaborates with management, production, and spaneting to define product design requirementsPlans, coordinates, and directs engineering development projects. Reviews and approve product design decisionsDesigns, modifies, develops, writes and implements software applications as an individual contributorDesign and implement embedded software drivers and applications on a micro-controllerVerify and document product designs according to quality and regulatory guidelinesWorks in an Agile environment to coordinate software development projects including scope, scheduling and resourcingParticipates in the testing process through test review and analysis, test witnessing and certification of software. Tests, analyzes, and debugs embedded software and digital electronicsFrequently interacts with subordinate supervisors, customers and/or functional peer group managers, normally involving matters between functional areasEstablishes and assures adherence to budgets, schedules and work plans. Interacts with senior managementOther duties as assignedBasic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)BS degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience12+ years of experience in embedded programming and knowledge in embedded system designAt least 2+ years in a supervisory role and successfully managing a technical design team8+ years experience on multiple engineering projects including research and development efforts, with a focus on embedded software aspects of the project life cycleExperienced in and knowledgeable of real-time operating systems (RTOS), I/O drivers, and micro-controllersExperienced in and knowledgeable of data communication protocols (i.e. I2C, SPI, CAN, USB)Demonstrated expert programming ability with C languageOccasionally may be required to travel within the Continental U.S.Other Qualifications & Desired CompetenciesAdvanced degree is desiredDemonstrates competency in communicating technically and effectively with electrical, mechanical and software groups and staffSkilled at identifying, communicating and mitigating technical risks and issuesUnderstands schematics and is skilled at using a logic analyzerDemonstrates strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skillsExercises independent judgment in methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining resultsUses vision to think beyond the immediate situation, explore multiple potential paths, and adapt decision-making style based on the situational circumstancesInspires, motivates, and empowers people to deliver organizational goals, while also delivering value back to employeesBrings organizational values to life using personality, uniqueness and the creation of a shared visionChampions the process of change and promotes a culture of quick adaptation while helping others deal with the effects of changeDemonstrates the ability to develop and maintain internal and external trusting, professional relationshipsAssesses the degree of risk and opportunity in plans or actions and takes appropriate action to mitigate them or makes plans to build on the opportunityPhysical DemandsAbility to work in an office and production environment (Constant)Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)
Clearance Level
No ClearanceThe salary range for this role is:
$91,000 - $129,150AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.
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: 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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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 youre 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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ITAR
U.S. Citizenship required