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# CNO Developer (Mid-Level)

- **Company:** AeroVironment, Inc.
- **Location:** Georgetown, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Confluence, JIRA, Automation of Tests, Unit Testing, Unix, C++ (Programming Language), Software Quality, Cyber Security, Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Networking Hardware, Python (Programming Language), Networking Basics, Network Programming, Reverse Engineering, Software Engineering, System Programming, TCP/IP, Computer Network Operations, Information Technology, Atlassian Tools, Reverse Engineering Software
- **Published:** November 7, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/28_25197_d720ab51c359bd2dd2dd38073b7a9941

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in a technical field such as Computer Science or Computer Engineering with a minimum of 8 years of software engineering experience OR High School diploma with a minimum of 12 years of relevant technical experience Strong proficiency in Python or C/C++ Hands-on experience with network programming and socket-level development Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and debug complex systems An active TS/SCI with Polygraph, * Experience developing CNO capabilities or performing software reverse engineering
 * Familiarity with assembly-level concepts and low-level system behavior Experience working with system internals across platforms such as Windows, Unix, mobile, or network devices
 * Understanding of unit testing practices and test automation
 * Familiarity with Atlassian tools such as JIRA, Confluence, or Crucible

## Description

The primary role of the Software Developer (Mid-Level) is to design and develop low-level software tools and capabilities in support of Computer Network Operations (CNO) missions. This role focuses on building, debugging, and maintaining mission-critical cyber capabilities through hands-on software development and reverse engineering. You'll collaborate closely with engineers and analysts to deliver secure, high-impact solutions that directly support national security operations., * Design and develop CNO capabilities, tools, and applications

 * Contribute independently across the full software development lifecycle, including design, documentation, testing, and debugging
 * Troubleshoot and debug complex, low-level software systems
 * Apply networking fundamentals including TCP/IP and socket-level programming
 * Collaborate with engineers, analysts, and mission partners to ensure system performance and security
 * Maintain high standards for software quality, testing, and documentation
 * Support secure coding practices across development efforts