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AeroVironment

Senior Software Engineer (Apps)

Lawrence, KS · On-site

$111K - $170K/yr

Worker Type Regular 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 ...

Wood Plc

Software Development Engineer

Topeka, KS · On-site +1

Work as part of a team to develop software applications for engineering and information management projects * Build custom applications and tools that integrate with other H&H engineering software ...

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Lawrence, KS · On-site

$15.75 - $20.50/hr

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Emery Sapp and Sons, Inc.

Survey Intern

Lawrence, KS · On-site

$15.75 - $20.50/hr

This internship is perfect for someone studying Construction Management as many of our Surveying ... Works from engineering plans to establish lines and grades for construction purposes; keeps ...

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Senior Software Engineer (Apps)

AeroVironment, Inc.

Lawrence, KS • On-site

$111K - $170K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 10 days ago

AeroVironment rating

9.1

Company rating: 9.1 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

7th of 72 rated aerospace companies

Job description

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
  • Develops C++ software to implement control algorithms, interface with ground control station (GCS) software, and integrate with various payloads
  • Supports the development of ground control station (GCS) software for Android
  • Owns architecture and design decisions for software systems, ensuring alignment with program requirements and long-term maintainability. Evaluates technical tradeoffs and risk across performance, reliability, and schedule constraints
  • Troubleshoots technical issues with aircraft and payloads
  • Interfaces with 3rd party vendors to integrate new payloads onto the platform
  • Develops user manuals and other technical documentation
  • Collaborates with systems engineers and other software disciplines to ensure consistent, reliable system performance
  • Partners with the Chief Engineer and Product Line Manager to define requirements, plan new projects, and evaluate emerging opportunities
  • Operates in a continuous learning environment; provides technical leadership, guidance, and mentoring to less experienced engineers

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)
  • Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university and 8 years of related experience; or Master's degree in a STEM discipline with 6 years of related experience; or PhD with 4 years of related experience
  • Extensive, hands-on experience with modern C++, maintainable software architecture, and modular system design
  • Experience with DDS (Data Distribution Service) or similar protocols, including managing data distribution across disparate nodes over constrained networks, and general knowledge of networking topologies and principles
  • Experience developing software for mechatronic or hardware-integrated systems, including familiarity with safety-critical concepts such as determinism and real-time systems
  • Ability to engage directly with technical and non-technical customers

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies
  • Hands-on knowledge of CMake or similar build systems; able to support cross-platform builds for Android and Linux (x86 and ARM)
  • Experience with UAS, drones, robotics, autonomous vehicles, or other embedded systems
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines (GitLab or similar)
  • Experience with Docker - used for application deployment, development and testing environments
  • Kotlin or Java experience (e.g., for Android development)
  • Comfortable taking ownership across multiple areas of a project rather than working in a narrow, siloed role
  • Willingness to travel locally (Occasionally)

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
The salary range for this role is:
$111,500 - $170,000
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:
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.
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.
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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