Manager, Software Engineering

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Manager, Software EngineeringApply locations Simi Valley, CA San Diego, CA time type Full time posted on Posted 3 Days Ago job requisition id 4813
Worker Type Regular

Job Description Summary
The Manager, Software Engineering coordinates with other departments to meet the milestones during product development cycles. As a member of the Engineering management team, the Software Engineering Manager participates in defining and executing the overall engineering product development strategy, budget, team development and evaluation.
Position Responsibilities Manages a group of software engineers, including budget planning, staffing, training, performance evaluation and career development. Attracts and retains high caliber staff and provides mentorship.Collaborates with management, production, and marketing to define product design requirements.Plans, coordinates, and directs engineering development projects. Reviews and approves product design decisions.Designs, modifies, develops, writes and implements software applications as an individual contributor.Designs and implements embedded software drivers and applications on a micro-controller.Verifies and documents product designs according to quality and regulatory guidelines.Works in an Agile environment to coordinate software development projects including scope, scheduling and resourcing.Participates in the testing process through test review and analysis, test witnessing and certification of software. Tests, analyzes, and debugs embedded software and digital electronics.Frequently interacts with subordinate supervisors, customers and/or functional peer group managers, normally involving matters between functional areas.Establishes and assures adherence to budgets, schedules and work plans. Interacts with senior management.Other duties as assigned.Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience) BS degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.12+ years of experience in embedded programming and knowledge in embedded system design.At least 2+ years in a supervisory role and successfully managing a technical design team.8+ years' experience on multiple engineering projects including research and development efforts, with a focus on embedded software aspects of the project life cycle.Experienced in and knowledgeable of real-time operating systems (RTOS), I/O drivers, and micro-controllers.Experienced in and knowledgeable of data communication protocols (i.e. I2C, SPI, CAN, USB).Demonstrated expert programming ability with C language.Occasionally may be required to travel within the Continental U.S.Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies Advanced degree is desired.Demonstrates competency in communicating technically and effectively with electrical, mechanical and software groups and staff.Skilled at identifying, communicating and mitigating technical risks and issues.Understands schematics and is skilled at using a logic analyzer.Demonstrates strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.Exercises independent judgment in methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.Uses vision to think beyond the immediate situation, explore multiple potential paths, and adapt decision-making style based on the situational circumstances.Inspires, motivates, and empowers people to deliver organizational goals, while also delivering value back to employees.Brings organizational values to life using personality, uniqueness and the creation of a shared vision.Champions the process of change and promotes a culture of quick adaptation while helping others deal with the effects of change.Demonstrates the ability to develop and maintain internal and external trusting, professional relationships.Assesses the degree of risk and opportunity in plans or actions and takes appropriate action to mitigate them or makes plans to build on the opportunity.Physical Demands Ability to work in an office and production environment (Constant).Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent).The salary range for this role is:
$153,308 - $217,140
AeroVironment 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.
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.
ITAR U.S. Citizenship required
About UsABOUT USAt AeroVironment, our purpose is to secure lives and advance sustainability through transformative innovation. Our solutions give our customers a fresh vantage point, positioning them to see the world with new eyes and extending their reach beyond the line of sight. That is the power of our breakthrough unmanned aircraft systems, perfected and refined over a half century.
Whether they are warfighters searching for an enemy, border patrol agents searching for people in need of assistance, or telecom providers linking millions to the digital economy, our customers choose AeroVironment because our systems generate actionable intelligence reliably, creating a path to goals that would otherwise be unattainable.

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