Job Information
AeroVironment Senior Applications Engineer in Simi Valley, California
Worker Type
Regular
Job Description
Summary
The Senior Engineering Applications Analyst, Senior (EAA) is responsible for overseeing the various software systems used as tools to support the work performed by AV’s Engineering organization. Working closely with the Digital Business Technology (DBT) department, the Administrator plans, implements and manages Engineering and company wide applications. This includes business case definition, documentation, requirements, testing, operational guidelines, and training. Ensures accuracy and completeness of data in master files and various support tools. Establishes and maintains security and integrity processes and controls.
Position Responsibilities
Performs all duties of an EAA, including working with users, making system configuration and coding changes as required, implementing system enhancements from analysis through test and delivery, and troubleshooting system issues.
Work with DBT and Engineering to deploy and maintain engineering software applications and related components in development and production environments. Example systems: Subversion, OKTA, GitLab, Bamboo CI/CD, Agile, SolidWorks PDM, JAMA, etc.
Develops code to automate deployment, integration and configuration of custom application as well as related third-party software
Performs production installations and upgrades for customers both on-site and remotely, with ongoing engineering and operations support
Determines methods and instructions on new assignments and may coordinate activities of other personnel (Team Lead)
Serve as point of contact for issues pertaining to Software Tools used by Engineering
Works with existing or new vendors, consultants, and system integrators to evaluate new software solutions or processes and manages relationships with the providers
May manage tool budget, licenses & usage, approving tool purchases for Engineering organization, liaise between engineering functional managers to determine future development needs, headcount projections, respective budget, etc. and manage fiscal tool efforts according to plan
Support tool updates, installations & troubleshooting, working closely with DBT
Works on problems of any scope where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of a variety of factors. Exercises judgment in selecting methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for obtaining results
Develops professional expertise and applies company policies, processes, etc.to resolve a variety of issues relating to the systems.
Creates and maintains installation guides, operations guides, working procedures, and standards.
Maintains productive relationships with teams and individuals across the organization.
Takes the initiative to learn a skill or application that is new to the team and cross-trains other team members
Lead cross-functional teams and projects to develop new solutions and can effectively evaluate competing solutions and gain consensus and approval of the optimal solution for AV’s business.
Organizes and leads meetings as required and clearly presents and communicates ideas to a non-technical audience.
Trains other AV teams and groups in new system capabilities.
Initiates continuous improvement by gaining support for new ideas and leads project efforts.
Serves as a recognized, respected, and trusted Engineering Systems expert at AV.
May represent the Engineering Systems Administrator team to AV senior and executive level management. This includes advising on the nature of current Engineering Systems applications as well as setting strategy for the future direction of related applications and processes.
Other duties as assigned
Special Requirements
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) required.
Occasionally may be required to travel within the Continental U.S.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems desired (advanced degree preferred) or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
8 – 12 years’ experience in integrating and managing multiple engineering development and integration environments with a focus on automation
Strong background in managing, integrating, configuring, and testing software development, production, and deployment environments
5 or more years’ experience working in or supporting high tech engineering users and teams
Experience integrating and configuring application production and deployment environments.
Experience supporting and enhancing a PLM application, preferably Oracle Agile or Oracle SCM Cloud is preferred
Familiarity with industry leading PLM applications and their relative strengths and weaknesses.
Experience supporting Mechanical/Electrical CAD tools and workgroup PDM applications, preferably SOLIDWORKS PDM.
Software development (coding) experience in an industry standard language.
Solid understanding in web-based application architecture.
Demonstrated experience with cloud-based technologies.
Demonstrated experience leading enterprise level application installations and upgrades.
Demonstrated experience in participating in and presenting to cross functional business teams.
Demonstrated project management skills.
Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies
Has effective problem-solving, analytical, interpersonal and communication skills.
Demonstrates strong listening, questioning, clarifying and summarizing skills to effectively communicate in one-on-one and small group settings
Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties
Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives
Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products
Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company
Focuses on teamwork and puts the success of the team above one's own interests
Physical Demands
Ability to work in an office (Constant)
Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)
The salary range for this role is:
$121,000 - $171,150
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 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 missile systems. Agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense and allied military services use the company’s hand-launched UAS to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real-time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition.
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
ABOUT US
At AeroVironment, our purpose is to secure lives and advance sustainability through transformative innovation. Our solutions give our customers a fresh vantage point, positioning them to see the world with new eyes and extending their reach beyond the line of sight. That is the power of our breakthrough unmanned aircraft systems, perfected and refined over a half century.
Whether they are warfighters searching for an enemy, border patrol agents searching for people in need of assistance, or telecom providers linking millions to the digital economy, our customers choose AeroVironment because our systems generate actionable intelligence reliably, creating a path to goals that would otherwise be unattainable.
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