Entry-Level Software Engineer

Worker Type

Regular

Job Description

AV’s Specialized Exploitation & Targeting (SET) Department is seeking an entry-level Software Engineer to support NASIC at Wright-Patterson AFB. You will write and maintain multiple source code repositories for data analysis tools to support the production of technical intelligence products for warfighters, senior decision-makers, and the Intelligence Community. Technologies used in this position can range from languages such as C++, Python, and TypeScript.

Key Responsibilities

Enhance and maintain existing code bases for multiple applications and websites on both the Windows and Linux environments.

Participating in software design meetings and reviews.

Working with other software developers in a team environment.

Implementing unit tests and participating in functional test plan execution.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Math, or a closely related technical field.

0-3 years of experience in software design, development, coding, testing, and debugging.

Knowledge in web/service-based design, programming, and requirements.

Knowledge in front-end technologies including Javascript, TypeScript, CSS3, and HTML5 and third-party libraries such as Angular or React Js.

Knowledge of server-side programming languages such as C++, Python, and Go.

Familiarity using Git to manage code repositories.

U.S. Citizenship required.

Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance.

Desired Qualifications

Familiarity with test-driven development such as Agile and Scrum, and in full-cycle development.

CompTIA Security+ certification.

Familiarity with Kubernetes and containers.

Familiarity with document stores like Elasticsearch and SQL stores such as PostgreSQL.

Competencies & Work Environment

Ability to work in a team environment.

Ability to work in multiple code bases and support multiple tools simultaneously.

Clearance Level

No Clearance

The salary range for this role is:

$60,500 - $86,100

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.

ITAR

U.S. Citizenship required. Must be willing to work on government contracts and have the ability to obtain a security clearance.