AV · 21 hours ago
Electrical Engineer I
Simi Valley, CA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
0+ years expAeroVironment (AV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems and tactical missile systems. The Electrical Engineer I designs, develops, modifies and evaluates electronic parts and systems, working on small unmanned aircraft vehicles and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
AerospaceAir TransportationDronesElectric VehicleElectronicsEnergyGovernmentManufacturing
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
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
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
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.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.68B2025-07-01Post Ipo Equity· $875M
2025-07-01Post Ipo Debt· $650M
2023-09-19Post Ipo Equity· $109.01M
Leadership Team
Wahid Nawabi
Chairman, President & CEO
Johnathan Jones
Senior Vice President
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