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Job Summary

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

Basic Qualifications:

• 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

Salary Range: $175,000 – $185,000

Compensation & Benefits Notice

The 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.

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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.

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.

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