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These development efforts require system-level thinking and collaboration across disciplines, technology areas, and product lines.\nPosition Responsibilities:\nRequirements definition\nConceptual design\nDevelopment/Prototyping\nSubsystem and system testing\nFlight testing\nTroubleshooting\nData analysis\nSupporting design reviews and other technical meetings\nBasic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience):\nBachelor of Science in any of the following fields: Aerospace or Aeronautical Engineering or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience\n2+ years of relevant experience\nRelevant experience with aircraft, unmanned systems, and/or munitions\nExperience in:Aircraft performance estimation\nAircraft sizing evaluation\nTest data analysis\nMATLAB\n\nAbility to travel 10-25%\nOther Qualifications & Desired Competencies:\nMaster’s Degree is a plus\nRelevant hands-on experience is highly preferred (design/build/fly, RC aircraft, pilot)\nExperience in the following areas is a plus:Modeling and simulation\nFlight test\nStability and control\nAutopilot tuning\nFixed wing RC/UAS or racing quad pilot\nSolidworks\n\nMust be a team player and collaborate effectively\nEffective problem solving and analytical skills\nAble to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties\nDisplays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meeting project/company objectives. \nFocuses on teamwork and puts the success of the team above one’s own interests. \nFamiliarity with Microsoft Office software\nPhysical Demands:\nAbility to work in an office environment (Constant)\nRequired to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer, telephone, and lab equipment (Frequent)\nTravel: 10-25% travel is expected to support meetings and test events.\nClearance Level\nNo ClearanceThe salary range for this role is:\n$74,500 - $126,500AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.\nITAR Requirement:\nThis 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.\nBenefits: 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.\nWe also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.\nPrincipals only need apply. NO agencies please.\nAbout AV:\nAV isn’t for everyone. We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission-obsessed. The best of the best.\nWe 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.\nFounded by legendary innovator Dr. Paul MacCready, AV has spent over 50 years pushing the boundaries of what unmanned systems can do. 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