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Avr Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Travel Nurse RN - CVOR

Carmichael, CA · On-site

$2.7K - $3.7K/wk

Active RN License Minimum 2 years of CVOR RN experience BLS (AHA) ACLS (AHA) CVOR experience with CABG, AVR, MVR, and Thoracotomy Must be able to take 30-minute call response Scrub experience is ...

Travel CVOR RN

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$2.7K - $3.7K/wk

Travel RN - CVOR | Cardiovascular OR | 12hr Mid Shift | 36 hrs/week | 11a-11:30p + Call | Cerner | ACLS, BLS, COVID Vaccine required | Must have strong CVOR experience including CABG, AVR, MVR, and ...

Staff Firmware Engineer

Costa Mesa, CA · On-site

$120 - $180/hr

Broad experience with one or more microcontroller cores (ARM, AVR, MSP430, PIC, etc.) * Experience integrating microcontrollers with analog and digital sensors * Experience developing firmware in ...

Experience with one or more microcontroller cores (ARM, AVR, MSP430, PIC, etc.) * Experience with an RTOS (FreeRTOS, Zephyr, VxWorks, or similar) * Familiarity with requirements management tools (e.g ...

Staff Firmware Engineer

Costa Mesa, CA · On-site

$220K - $292K/yr

Broad experience with one or more microcontroller cores (ARM, AVR, MSP430, PIC, etc.) * Experience integrating microcontrollers with analog and digital sensors * Experience developing firmware in ...

Broad experience with one or more microcontroller cores (ARM, AVR, MSP430, PIC, etc.) * Experience integrating microcontrollers with analog and digital sensors * Experience developing firmware in ...

Travel CVOR RN

Long Beach, CA · On-site

$2.6K - $3.6K/wk

AVR * MVR * Thoracotomy * Scrubbing is not required for RNs, but is considered a plus. * Approximately 2 CVOR cases per week . * 2 circulators per case. * Charge RN handles assignments for the ...

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Microchip and Atmel based AVR chip experience. * Ocpp protocol experiences * ESP32 based wifi chip experiences. * Experience or understanding of firmware design tools and languages. Proficient in ...

Embedded Firmware Engineer

Costa Mesa, CA · On-site

$110K - $151K/yr

Experience with one or more microcontroller cores (ARM, AVR, MSP430, PIC, etc.) * Experience with an RTOS (FreeRTOS, Zephyr, VxWorks, or similar) * Familiarity with requirements management tools (e.g ...

Broad experience with one or more microcontroller cores (ARM, AVR, MSP430, PIC, etc.) * Experience integrating microcontrollers with analog and digital sensors * Experience developing firmware in ...

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How much do avr jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for avr in California is $71,679.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $78,827.00 and $85,192.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an AVR?

AVRs, or Automatic Voltage Regulators, are electronic devices designed to automatically maintain a constant voltage level to electrical equipment. They are commonly used in power generation and distribution systems to regulate voltage fluctuations, protecting sensitive equipment from damage due to overvoltage or undervoltage. AVRs are essential in ensuring the stability and reliability of power supply systems, making them critical in industries such as manufacturing, telecommunications, and data centers.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as an AVR engineer?

To thrive as an AVR Engineer, you need a strong background in electrical engineering, circuit design, and power systems, usually supported by a relevant degree or technical diploma. Familiarity with simulation tools (such as MATLAB or PSpice), microcontroller programming, and industry standards is typically required. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication are valuable soft skills in this role. These competencies ensure reliable voltage regulation, system stability, and clear coordination with cross-functional engineering teams.

What are common challenges faced by AV professionals during live event setups, and how can they be addressed?

AV professionals often encounter challenges such as last-minute equipment changes, unexpected technical issues, and coordinating with other event teams. Effective communication, thorough pre-event testing, and having backup equipment on hand are key to overcoming these obstacles. Working closely with event coordinators and staying up to date with the latest AV technology can also help ensure a smooth setup and successful event execution.
Infographic showing various Avr job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 61% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 26% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 89% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $71,679 per year, or $34.5 per hour.

Staff Firmware Engineer

Anduril Industries

Costa Mesa, CA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 10 days ago


Anduril rating

9.1

Company rating: 9.1 out of 10

Anduril

Based on 17 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

7.4

Company rating compared to similar companies: 7.4 out of 10

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Based on 76,770 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE

Anduril is seeking a Staff Firmware Engineer to join our team based in Costa Mesa, CA. The firmware team at Anduril develops core technology used across multiple products such as as Menace, Dive-XL, Ghost, and Roadrunner. We work in close coordination with Electrical Engineering to develop hardware and software solutions to some of the hardest problems facing our customers. You'll contribute low level firmware development for systems operating on land, sea, and air.

WHAT YOU'LL DO
    • Develop low-level firmware/software for microcontrollers, create reusable device drivers, integrate system-level features and architect changes to support an ever-growing codebase
    • Take full ownership of design, implementation and completion of embedded firmware projects
    • Mentor other firmware engineers and help teach best practices in design engineering
    • Contribute to team direction, policy and guidance
    • Quickly debug and troubleshoot issues that span the electrical, firmware, and software boundaries
    • Help select microcontrollers and peripherals and review schematics with electrical engineering team
    • Concurrently manage involvement in multiple projects at various stages
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
    • BS or MS in CS/CE/EE or equivalent industry experience
    • Experience: 10+ years of experience in firmware/embedded software development, with a focus on embedded systems.
    • Expert level C coding ability for embedded systems
    • Demonstrated success creating complex MCU projects that communicate between multiple boards or systems
    • Broad experience with one or more microcontroller cores (ARM, AVR, MSP430, PIC, etc.)
    • Experience integrating microcontrollers with analog and digital sensors
    • Experience developing firmware in bare-metal and/or RTOS environments
    • Debugging skills with JTAG, SWD, Oscilloscopes, and Logic analyzers
    • Solid understanding and application of coding best practices, board bring up and debugging
    • Extensive experience with common bus protocols such as USB, SPI, I2C, CAN, RS232, RS485, Ethernet, etc.
    • Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
    • Experience with one or more microcontroller cores (ARM, AVR, MSP430, PIC, etc.)
    • Have a bias for action. If you see a problem, you want to solve and fix it
    • Be naturally curious about the technologies and tools you use

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As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril delivers cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the warfighter in months, not years.


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About Anduril Industries

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Anduril Industries is a trailblazer in the technology industry based in Costa Mesa, CA, US. Founded in 2017 by Palmer Luckey, the creator of Oculus VR, the company focuses on developing innovative technology to equip and empower those in the defense sector. Its primary products include cutting-edge autonomous systems and AI software that assist in combating threats to national and global security. The mission of Anduril Industries is to integrate technology and defense by building transformative, scalable solutions that ensure a safer world.

Industry

Guided missile and space vehicle manufacturing

Company size

501 - 1,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Costa Mesa, CA, US

Year founded

2017

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