Worker Type Regular

Job Description

AV is seeking an experienced Senior Full Stack Software Engineer with strong technical depth and a broad range of experience across modern development technologies. This role requires specialized expertise in full-stack development and the ability to contribute to solving complex technical challenges. The ideal candidate brings extensive experience across front-end and back-end technologies, applies strong analytical thinking and sound judgment, and can identify effective and innovative solutions. This individual should be comfortable working in a fast-paced Agile environment and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive technical outcomes.

Position Responsibilities

In this role, you will work closely with Product Owners to execute complex development taskings while supporting and guiding the day-to-day activities of the software development team. You will contribute to the design, development, and integration of both prototype and production systems supporting mission-critical capabilities. This includes full-stack development efforts tied to integrated air and missile defense planning and execution. Additionally, you will collaborate with stakeholders and technical team members to determine the best path forward for development, ensuring solutions align with project objectives and are delivered in accordance with established technical and professional standards.

Our team leverages technologies including Docker, Kubernetes, Node.js, Python, React, and other modern tools to address complex challenges within the DoD environment. This position is hybrid in Huntsville, AL.

Required Qualifications

U.S. Citizenship required
Active Secret clearance required
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
Minimum of 15 years of progressive, relevant experience
Demonstrated strong technical expertise in full-stack software development
Experience contributing to the resolution of complex technical problems
Ability to apply analytical thinking and sound judgment to develop effective solutions
Experience working within established technical and professional standards and guidelines
Strong ability to collaborate within cross-functional teams
Experience with some or all of the following: TypeScript, JavaScript, Node.js, React, Python, Docker, Kubernetes, AWS, Azure
Experience designing, implementing, improving, and maintaining front-end systems using React or other modern JavaScript frameworks
Experience developing back-end solutions using languages such as Python, Java, or C++, and integrating with databases, front-end frameworks, and RESTful APIs
Experience working in Linux environments, including software integration, deployment, and system configuration

Desired Qualifications

Understanding of cloud-native technologies and solutions
Familiarity with the Missile Defense System
Experience in Integrated Air and/or Missile Defense
Familiarity with C2BMC, IBCS, Aegis, or Air Force Planning
Experience supporting systems that integrate with mission environments or specialized hardware

Clearance Level Secret

The salary range for this role is: $91,000 - $129,150. 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 is required. Secret or Top Secret clearance, or the ability obtain a clearance is desired.