Full-Stack Software Engineer with Security Clearance

Worker Type Regular Job Description Summary The primary role of the Full-Stack Software Engineer is to help design, build, and enhance mission-critical software systems. This is your chance to work on complex, diverse projects that range from processing-intensive analytics and novel algorithm development to real-time systems and large-scale data manipulation. You'll collaborate with a team of innovators, contribute to system design decisions, and ensure our solutions meet the highest standards of performance and reliability. Position Responsibilities * Apply today's best practices in software development, leveraging cutting-edge frameworks and methodologies.
* Build full-stack solutions across frontend, backend, and UI, tailored to mission needs.
* Partner with customers and end-users to implement changes that improve usability and impact.
* Provide input on hardware/software trade-offs, reuse strategies, and integration of COTS/GOTS solutions.
* Review, test, and document software components to meet design requirements and resolve issues. Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience) * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field is required or equivalent combination of education, and experience
* Minimum 3+ years' related hands-on software development experience
* Experience with MongDB or similar database technologies
* Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies * Experience in UI development with React or other modern JavaScript frameworks
* Backend development experience with Spring Boot.
* Containerization experience with Docker/Kubernetes
* Exposure to machine Learning and AI development
* Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automated build tools Physical Demands * Ability to work in an office 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) Salary Range: $100,000 - $210,000 The AV 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. 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 will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify U.S. person status under the ITAR and the EAR. A "U.S. person" according to their 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 U.S. Citizenship required