Sr. Software Engineer, Linux Applications

**Worker Type**

Regular

**Job Description**

**Summary**

As a **Sr. Software Engineer (Applications)** one works with and is mentored by a talented group of engineers in a fast moving, collaborative Agile development environment. In this role, one plans, designs, develops and tests software systems or applications for software enhancements and new products including cloud-based or internet-related tools.

**Position Responsibilities**

+ Build up embedded Linux applications to control complex networked environments.· Develop web-based UI to support soldier created networks on the battlefield.· Work with program and engineering leadership to help understand requirements and influence design, analysis, and testing to ensure robust application reliability.· Work with cross-IPT disciplines such as Systems, Electrical, Hardware, and Test Engineering to align hardware and software goals.· Operate in a continuous learning environment and provide guidance and mentoring to less experienced engineers.

**Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)**

+ Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)· Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or any other relevant field is required.· Minimum 8 - 12 years of relevant experience in Windows and Linux software development.· Experience with Linux application development.· Expertise in the following: C++ and Python.· Strong experience with containerization technologies (e.g. Docker, Kubernetes).· Experience with developing web applications.· Understands lower level networking concepts, including the OSI model, socket programming, and network debugging.

**Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies**

+ Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies· Advanced degree in relevant field is preferred.· Understanding of DHCP, IPv4, IPv6, Linux bridges, network stack internals.· Experience with Python-based web frameworks like Flask and FastAPI.· Experience with communicating to and controlling UAS, drones, or robotics is preferred.

**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)

The salary range for this role is:

$124,370 - $176,400

AeroVironment 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:**

_T_ _his 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: .

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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**

U.S. Citizenship required

**ABOUT US**

At AeroVironment, our purpose is to secure lives and advance sustainability through transformative innovation. Our solutions give our customers a fresh vantage point, positioning them to see the world with new eyes and extending their reach beyond the line of sight. That is the power of our breakthrough unmanned aircraft systems, perfected and refined over a half century.

Whether they are warfighters searching for an enemy, border patrol agents searching for people in need of assistance, or telecom providers linking millions to the digital economy, our customers choose AeroVironment because our systems generate actionable intelligence reliably, creating a path to goals that would otherwise be unattainable.

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