Principal Software Engineer

AeroVironment
📍 Melbourne, Florida, United States 💼 Full time 🕒 Posted June 07, 2026

Job Description

Worker Type

Regular


Job Description

 

As aPrincipalSoftwareEngineer at AV, you’ll developsoftware to controladvancedrobotic platforms from AVandindustry leadersincludingBoston Dynamics, Red Cat, FLIR,Skydio, QinetiQ, Parrot, and more. You’ll play a key role in developing Kinesis, our flagship software ecosystem that enablesusers tocollaborativelycontrola diverse set ofrobots. 

This role is ideal for engineers who take ownership, enjoy working hands-on with hardware, and bring structure and clarity to complex systems.You’ll betrustedto move quickly, make sound decisions, and continuously improveour product and execution.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Software development in support of AV’s vision-based navigation, autonomy, cooperative behaviors, and mission systems technology roadmap.

  • Drive technical direction and architectural decisions across the Kinesis ecosystem.

  • Design,i...

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    Job Details

    • Location Melbourne, Florida
    • Job Type Full time
    • Category Computer Occupations
    • Posted Date June 07, 2026
    • Application Deadline July 17, 2026