Sr. Principal Software Engineer (Embedded)

AeroVironment


Job Location:

Princeton, NJ - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 170000 - 272000
Posted on: 11 hours ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Worker Type

Regular


Job Description

Summary

SeniorSoftware Engineers are responsible for the system-level design as well as software architecture and development (code and debug) integrating and testing of software Senior Software Engineer (Embedded) works with other software development engineers on tasks in real-time embedded communication and control this role one is instrumental in developing the next-generation Ground Control Station solutions for the companys unmanned aircraft.

Duties

  • Generating software subsystem requirements as well as developing and analyzing thedetailed software requirements

  • Develop system-level software architecture and create software high-level design documents with UML

  • Code simulate integrate and validate software

  • Develop simulation and interfacing methodology for the testing software

  • Will work closely with multiple teams of software developers supporting different programs

  • Participate in software design reviews and walk-throughs. Supports design reviews and proposal efforts

  • Responsible for significant portions of design or development of complex subsystems or systems

  • Usesprofessional concepts & company objectives to resolve complex issues in creative and effective ways.Demonstrates expert knowledge of appropriate design analysis and simulation tools and validation techniques

  • Works on complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth knowledge of variable factors. Exercises judgment in selecting methods techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results

  • Works independently with minimal supervision. Responsible for one or more software development teams.Provides technical supervisionand mentorshipandis responsible for one or more software development teams and/or projectsto accomplish established goals(informal Team Lead)

  • Otherduties as assigned

Experience

  • 8 -12 years of related experiencewith Bachelors degree; or6 years of experience with advanced degree

  • 8 years experience CandObject-Oriented Design

  • Technical knowledge and experience with the following aredesired:Serial communications Network communications CAN communication TCP/IP UDP FTP image processing

  • Strong electronicsknowledge and use of lab equipment is required

  • Experience with image processing Guidance Navigation and Control and autonomous control and navigation of unmanned vehicles is preferred

Education

Bachelors degree inElectrical Engineering Computer Engineering Computer Science or related discipline

Advanced degree is preferred

Additional Requirements

  • Expert in software life-cycle development including defining and documenting requirements object-oriented software architecture and design programming and testing and source code configuration management

  • Demonstrated proficiencywith Keil Visual Studio CCS iMX6/Linux ARM processors and SVN configuration management tools is preferred

  • Able to excel in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment where small teams share a broad variety of duties

  • Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives

  • Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products

  • Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself others and the company

  • Demonstrates effective problem-solving analytical interpersonal and communication skills. Consistently demonstrates teamwork collaboration and puts the success of the team above ones own interests. Is comfortable working in a scrum environment

  • Strong listening questioning clarifying and summarizing skills to effectively communicate in one-on-one and small group settings

Physical Demands

  • Ability to work in an office (Constant)

  • Required to stand and sit for long periods; talk hear and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Constant)

Special Requirements

U.S. Citizen or U.S.Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) per ITAR definition

Willingness to travel locally (Occasionally)


Clearance Level

No Clearance

The salary range for this role is:

$170000 - $272000

AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer including but not limited to the location the role and associated responsibilities a candidates 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 AeroVironments determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironments 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: also encourage you to review our company website at to learn more about us.

Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.

About AV:

AV isnt for everyone. We hire the curious the relentless the mission-obsessed. The best of the best.

We dont just build defense technologywe redefine whats 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 Smithsonianbut were not building history were building whats next.

If youre ready to build technology that matterswith speed scale and purposetheres 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 datasexual 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.

Required Experience:

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AV is a leading manufacturer of Unmanned Aircraft Systems, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles, Loitering Munition Systems, Unmanned Ground Vehicles used for surveillance and reconnaissance by the United States Military, U.S. allies and Commercial Industries. AV also manufactures High-Altitude P ... View more

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