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AeroVironment

Junior Software Engineer

AeroVironment

Jessup, MD · full time · Junior

$83,500 – $180,000

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What this role is

This is an entry-level embedded systems and low-level software engineering position where you'll develop drivers, applications, and firmware for military drone systems across Windows and Unix platforms. It suits engineers with a computer science degree and some experience in C/C++/Python who are interested in defense technology and can obtain security clearance.

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What they ask for

Required

  • Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or related technical discipline
  • 0–4 years of experience developing applications for Windows and Unix-based systems
  • Proficiency in C, C++, and Python
  • Hands-on experience or familiarity with deployment and build tools such as Artifactory, Docker, Terraform, Ansible, and Packer
  • Exposure to continuous integration and deployment workflows using tools like Jenkins or Bamboo
  • Basic understanding of computer hardware architecture and low-level software interaction
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph
  • U.S. citizenship

Nice to have

  • Experience with C# or Java

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