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Full Stack Software Engineer

AeroVironment
Huntsville, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 20 Mar 2026

About the role

Worker Type

Regular


Job Description

 

AV is seeking an experienced Full Stack Software Engineer. The ideal candidate will work closely with the Product Owners in completing complex development taskings while aiding in the daily execution of the software development team. This position will operate in an Agile environment with defined sprint cadences and user stories. The ideal candidate will be integrated on a fast-paced development team executing complex work for emerging technology.

Our team uses Docker, Kubernetes, Nodejs, Python, React and other cutting-edge technologies to solve some of DoD's most pressing issues. We are at the forefront of development and design activities for the multiple government organization. You will collaborate directly with various stakeholders and team members to determine the best path for developing dominant products.  These activities include the full-stack development of prototypes full-stack development of production components used in integrated air and missile defense planning. The ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic full-stack developer. This position is hybrid in Huntsville, AL.

Required:

  • US Citizenship Required

  • Required active SECRET Clearance

  • BS in Computer Science/Engineering and 8-12 years of experience

  • MS in Computer Science/Engineering and 8+ years of experience

  • Must have experience in some or all of the following:

    • TypeScript

    • JavaScript

    • NodeJS

    • React

    • Python

    • Docker

    • Kubernetes

    • AWS

    • Azure

Desired:

  • Understanding of cloud native technologies and solutions

  • Familiarity with the Missile Defense System

  • Experience in Integrated Air and/or Missile Defense industryFamiliarity with C2BMC, IBCS, Aegis, Air Force Planning.

  • Ability to work within a cross functional team

This is a pipeline requisition posted in advance of approved headcount for future hiring needs.

Note: Our team is always interested in speaking with exceptional candidates though please note this is a Pipeline posting with more of an eye towards our future needs rather than necessarily being an immediate hire.  Only qualified candidates will be contacted.

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 will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify U.S. person status under the ITAR and the EAR.  A “U.S. person” according to their 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 mis

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