Worker Type
Regular
Job Description
Summary
As a Sr. Software Engineer you will be responsible for building and optimizing user interfaces and server-side applications in support of mission-critical systems. This role focuses on designing and developing modern web applications and visualization tools that render large-scale datasets and enhance the user experience for national security operations.
Position Responsibilities
Build high-performance, scalable web-based visualization interfaces using React and JavaScript
Design and maintain microservices and APIs using Node.js and Express.js
Translate wireframes, mockups, and user stories into clean, reusable, and accessible frontend code
Implement accessibility best practices (Section 508/WCAG)
Debug UI/UX issues and optimize frontend performance
Work closely with end users to gather feedback and improve product functionality
Use GitLab for version control, CI/CD, and project workflows
Support containerization and deployment via Docker and Kubernetes
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)
Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Minimum 10 years of software engineering experience
Demonstrated experience developing frontend applications using ReactJS
Experience with graph visualization tools handling thousands of nodes and edges
Experience with automated JS test frameworks (e.g., eslint, jest)
Proven ability to gather user requirements and translate into UI components
Strong backend development skills with Node.js and RESTful APIs
Proficiency in GitLab CI/CD workflows and Agile/Scrum development
Excellent communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
An active TS/SCI with polygraph
Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies
Experience as a Scrum Lead or SAFe environment contributor
Familiarity with JavaScript packages such as babel, nwsapi, winston, graphology, ag grid, and sigma
Experience authoring technical documentation and system overviews
Past success mentoring junior developers or leading smaller dev teams
Salary Range: $180,000 - $200,000
Clearance Level
Top Secret with Poly
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: 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
U.S. Citizenship required
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.
Careers at AeroVironment (https://www.avinc.com/careers/our-team)
