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AV · 4 weeks ago

Electrical Engineer I

AeroVironment (AV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems and tactical missile systems. The Electrical Engineer I designs and develops electronic parts and systems for unmanned aircraft vehicles, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure effective product development.

AerospaceAir TransportationDronesElectric VehicleElectronicsEnergyGovernmentManufacturing
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Responsibilities

Performs simulation and detailed design for digital and analog circuits
Drives system integration, assembly procedures, and test procedures
Documents designs with engineering drawings and written descriptions
Trouble-shoots systems from a hardware and software perspective
Quickly designs, builds, and tests prototypes. Works with avionics, embedded systems, and RF links
Writes software to support the integration of sensors and embedded processors
Designs and implements circuit boards. This includes architecture, component selection, schematic capture, board layout, board bring-up, and documentation
Performs electronic engineering support activities on R&D projects
Works on problems of a limited scope. Builds stable working relationships internally. Articulates issues and need for guidance, as applicable
Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Electrical Engineering DegreeAltium DesignerRF EngineeringEmbedded SystemsPower ElectronicsTroubleshooting Complex SystemsIndustry ProtocolsUAV SubsystemsHands-on ExperienceCommunication SkillsTeam Player

Required

B.S. Degree in Electrical Engineering is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
0 – 2 years of professional experience
Experienced using Altium Designer for schematic capture and PCB layout
Experienced in one or more areas: Radio Frequency (RF), embedded control, FPGA
Experienced with power electronics, including motors and lithium batteries
Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex systems
Demonstrated familiarity with common industry protocols (LVDS, I2C, HDMI, UART, SPI, CAN, USB)
Knowledge of general Engineering fundamentals, mathematics, physics & material properties
Familiarity with Small UAV subsystems and associated software
Familiarity with office software, computer-based productivity tools and other software tools in one's area of expertise
Some travel may be required in support of flight test operations (up to 30%)
Must have a clean driving record
Ability to work in an office and manufacturing 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)
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

Preferred

Flight test or R/C (Remote Control) experience preferred
Demonstrated ability of hands-on experience with tools is preferred

Benefits

Medical
Dental vision
401K with company matching
A 9/80 work schedule
A paid holiday shutdown

Company

At AV, we build shoulder-to-shoulder with our customers, delivering systems shaped by real-world missions, not theoretical requirements.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$1.68B
2025-07-01Post Ipo Equity· $875M
2025-07-01Post Ipo Debt· $650M
2023-09-19Post Ipo Equity· $109.01M

Leadership Team

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Wahid Nawabi
Chairman, President & CEO
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Johnathan Jones
Senior Vice President
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