Software Engineer

The primary role of the Full Stack Software Engineer is to design and develop secure, cloud-native applications supporting ICAM product development and Zero Trust architecture. This role focuses on building scalable front-end and back-end solutions using modern Java and JavaScript frameworks while ensuring security, accessibility, and performance in mission-critical environments. You’ll collaborate across engineering teams to deliver compliant, resilient systems that support national security missions.

Position Responsibilities:

• Design and develop web-based front-end and back-end solutions

• Build responsive, Section 508-compliant user interfaces using ReactJS

• Develop, integrate, and deploy Spring Boot applications in containerized environments

• Leverage cloud services and orchestration platforms for scalable deployment

• Implement secure coding practices using OAuth2 and OpenID Connect standards

• Support Linux-based deployments and Bash scripting activities

• Create unit tests using JUnit and mocking frameworks

• Author technical documentation and collaborate across development teams

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in computer engineering or in a field related to the computer engineering or computer science disciplines is required.

• Minimum of 8 years of software engineering experience

• Proficiency in Java and front-end development using ReactJS

• Experience with UX design principles and accessibility standards

• Hands-on experience with Docker, Spring Boot, Git, Maven, JSON, and XML

• Familiarity with PKI, OAuth2, and containerized CI/CD pipelines

• Experience with Bash scripting and Linux administration

• Strong verbal, written, and technical documentation skills

• Ability to work independently and manage priorities in fast-paced environments

• An active TS/SCI with Polygraph

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies:

• Experience supporting ICAM or Zero Trust architectures

• Familiarity with Kubernetes and cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure

• Professional or specialty-level AWS or Microsoft Azure certifications

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 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.

Careers at AeroVironment (https://www.avinc.com/careers/our-team)