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Worker Type

Regular

Job Description

Job Summary

The primary role of the **Senior Software Engineer** is to design and develop modern, high-performance web applications that support mission-critical systems. This role focuses on building scalable frontend and backend solutions, visualizing large-scale datasets, and improving user experience in complex operational environments. You’ll work across the full stack in an Agile team, collaborating with end users and stakeholders to deliver reliable, impactful software.

Position Responsibilities:

+ Build high-performance, scalable web-based visualization interfaces using React and JavaScript

+ Design and maintain backend microservices and RESTful APIs using Node.js and Express.js

+ Translate wireframes, mockups, and user stories into clean, reusable, and accessible frontend code

+ Implement accessibility best practices in alignment with Section 508 and WCAG standards

+ Debug UI/UX issues and optimize frontend and application performance

+ Collaborate closely with end users to gather feedback and improve product functionality

+ Use GitLab for version control, CI/CD pipelines, and Agile project workflows

+ Support containerized deployments using Docker and Kubernetes

Basic Qualifications:

+ Bachelor’s degree in the field of Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering or related field is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

+ Minimum of 12 years of experience.

+ Demonstrated experience developing frontend applications using ReactJS

+ Experience building or supporting graph visualization tools handling large datasets

+ Hands-on experience with automated JavaScript testing frameworks such as eslint and jest

+ Strong backend development experience using Node.js and RESTful APIs

+ Proficiency with GitLab CI/CD workflows and Agile or Scrum development methodologies

+ Strong communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies:

+ Experience serving as a Scrum Lead or contributing within SAFe environments

+ Familiarity with JavaScript libraries and packages such as babel, nwsapi, winston, graphology, ag-grid, and sigma

+ Experience authoring technical documentation and system overviews

+ Demonstrated ability to mentor junior developers or lead small development teams

**Salary Range:** $180,000 – $200,000

Compensation & Benefits Notice

The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Determination of official compensation or salary relies on several factors including, but not limited to, level of position, job responsibilities, geographic location, scope of relevant work experience, educational background, certifications, contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements, alignment with local internal equity, as well as alignment with market data.

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

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)