Job Description

Worker Type

Regular

AV is a leading innovator in the development and deployment of cutting-edge technologies in the fields of laser systems and beam control. We are currently seeking a highly motivated mid to senior level Infrastructure & Systems Engineer to join our dynamic team in support of a highly technical engineering organization and fast-paced product development environment.

This is not a traditional help desk role. The ideal candidate is a strong technical problem solver who enjoys troubleshooting complex issues, identifying root causes, and implementing scalable solutions that improve reliability and efficiency. Success in this role requires the ability to work across Windows, Linux, and macOS environments while supporting cloud-based infrastructure, development tooling, and automation initiatives.

Position Responsibilities
- Administer and support Windows, Linux, and macOS environments, including provisioning, configuration, and automation of systems and development environments.
- Manage user access, authentication, permissions, and security controls across local and cloud-based infrastructure.
- Troubleshoot and support networking infrastructure, including DNS, routing, VPNs, firewalls, subnets, security groups, and connectivity issues.
- Support engineering teams with infrastructure, development tools, and containerized environments, including building, maintaining, and optimizing Docker containers and container images.
- Administer and support AWS and/or Azure cloud environments and develop Bash and PowerShell scripts to automate operational and infrastructure processes.
- Perform root cause analysis on complex technical issues and implement long-term solutions that improve scalability, reliability, and efficiency.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
- Experience supporting and administering Windows and Linux environments.
- Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to methodically diagnose issues spanning systems, networking, cloud infrastructure, authentication, and applications.
- Hands-on experience with networking concepts including DNS, routing, firewalls, VPNs, subnets, and security groups.
- Experience with Docker and containerized development environments.
- Proficiency with Bash and/or PowerShell scripting for automation and infrastructure management.
- Ability to work closely with engineering, software development, and product development teams in a collaborative environment.

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies
- Experience working within AWS and/or Azure environments, including IAM, networking, compute resources, storage, load balancers, and security controls.
- Experience supporting engineering, software development, or product development teams in a highly technical environment.
- Experience identifying and implementing automation and process improvements that increase reliability, efficiency, and scalability.
- Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- A proactive mindset focused on solving problems at the root cause rather than addressing symptoms.
- Kubernetes familiarity is a plus.

Physical Demands
- Ability to work in an office and manufacturing environment (Constant)
- Regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)

Clearance Level

No Clearance

The salary range for this role is:

$111,500 - $170,000

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.

About AV:

AV isn’t for everyone. We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission-obsessed. The best of the best.

We don’t just build defense technology—we redefine what’s possible. As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S., AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber. From AI-powered drones and loitering munitions to integrated autonomy and space resilience, our technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve.

Founded by legendary innovator Dr. Paul MacCready, AV has spent over 50 years pushing the boundaries of what unmanned systems can do. Our heritage includes seven platforms in the Smithsonian—but we’re not building history, we’re building what’s next.

If you're ready to build technology that matters—with speed, scale, and purpose—there’s no better place to do it than AV.

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. Must be willing to work on government contracts and have the ability to obtain a security clearance.