Worker Type
Regular
Job Description
SummaryThe Manager, Software Engineering, coordinates with other departments to meet the milestones during product development cycles. As a member of the Engineering management team, the Software Engineering Manager participates in defining and executing the overall engineering product development strategy, budget, team development and evaluation.
Position Responsibilities
Manages a group of software engineers, including budget planning, staffing, training, performance evaluation and career development. Attracts and retains high caliber staff and provides mentorship
Collaborates with management, production, and marketing to define product design requirements
Plans, coordinates, and directs engineering development projects. Reviews and approve product design decisions
Designs, modifies, develops, writes and implements software applications as an individual contributor
Design and implement embedded software drivers and applications on a micro-controller
Verify and document product designs according to quality and regulatory guidelines
Works in an Agile environment to coordinate software development projects including scope, scheduling and resourcing
Participates in the testing process through test review and analysis, test witnessing and certification of software. Tests, analyzes, and debugs embedded software and digital electronics
Frequently interacts with subordinate supervisors, customers and/or functional peer group managers, normally involving matters between functional areas
Establishes and assures adherence to budgets, schedules and work plans. Interacts with senior management
Other duties as assigned
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)
BS degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
12+ years of experience in embedded programming and knowledge in embedded system design
At least 2+ years in a supervisory role and successfully managing a technical design team
8+ years' experience on multiple engineering projects including research and development efforts, with a focus on embedded software aspects of the project life cycle
Experienced in and knowledgeable of real-time operating systems (RTOS), I/O drivers, and micro-controllers
Experienced in and knowledgeable of data communication protocols (i.e. I2C, SPI, CAN, USB)
Demonstrated expert programming ability with C language
Occasionally may be required to travel within the Continental U.S.
Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies
Advanced degree is desired
Demonstrates competency in communicating technically and effectively with electrical, mechanical and software groups and staff
Skilled at identifying, communicating and mitigating technical risks and issues
Understands schematics and is skilled at using a logic analyzer
Demonstrates strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills
Exercises independent judgment in methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results
Uses vision to think beyond the immediate situation, explore multiple potential paths, and adapt decision-making style based on the situational circumstances
Inspires, motivates, and empowers people to deliver organizational goals, while also delivering value back to employees
Brings organizational values to life using personality, uniqueness and the creation of a shared vision
Champions the process of change and promotes a culture of quick adaptation while helping others deal with the effects of change
Demonstrates the ability to develop and maintain internal and external trusting, professional relationships
Assesses the degree of risk and opportunity in plans or actions and takes appropriate action to mitigate them or makes plans to build on the opportunity
Physical Demands
Ability to work in an office and production environment (Constant)
Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills, time-management skills, and a customer-focused mindset are required. This is an excellent opportunity to expand your expertise in React and other modern front-end tools, paving the way for more advanced engineering roles with direct impact on our mission goals.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, time-management skills, and a customer-focused mindset are required. This is an excellent opportunity to expand your expertise in React and other modern front-end tools, paving the way for more advanced engineering roles with direct impact on our mission goals.
Clearance
This position requires the successful candidate to have and maintain an active federal security clearance. The ideal candidate will currently possess a Top-Secret security clearance. However, if you do not possess a current security clearance but meet the job requirements, you should still apply. You must be willing & eligible to obtain a security clearance.
Location
This position is located at 13900 Lincoln Park Dr Herndon, VA 20171. This position is full time in-office.
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Salary Range: $80K - $100K
The BlueHalo, an AV Company, 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.
Our compensation package also includes components designed to support employees' total well-being, which should be considered when evaluating our competitive benefits package. These benefits include health insurance, life insurance, disability, company holiday and paid time off, parental leave, 401(k) company match and contributions, professional development/training reimbursements, and other work/life programs.
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Joining the BlueHalo, an AV Company team means immersing yourself in a dynamic environment, working alongside the brightest minds in technology through some of the toughest challenges facing our nation today. We are spearheading the future of global defense, with every BlueHalo employee playing a key role in our success. That’s why our investment in you goes beyond competitive pay and a rewarding benefits package. We’re committed to providing our people with the best opportunities to develop their skills, share their knowledge, and push their innovative ideas to the cutting-edge. Enjoying this journey with a supportive team that feels like family throughout BlueHalo Nation is an unparalleled opportunity. From Space to C-UAS & Autonomous Systems to Electronic Warfare & Cyber, and Artificial Intelligence, at our company there is no limit to where you can take your career. Our mission is clear: to lead through innovation. Join the transformation and innovate with us.
Clearance Level
The salary range for this role is:
$83,500 - $131,250AeroVironment 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.
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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.