Moorpark, California, United States · On-site
$111k–$169k/yr
Worker Type Regular Job Description Summary The Sr. Program Manager (PM) oversees the execution of complex programs or multiple related programs, including cost, schedule, and scope/technical performance. The Senior PM m…
Skills: Program management, Cost estimation, Schedule management, Risk management, Requirements definition
Moorpark, California, United States · On-site
$101k–$153k/yr
Worker Type Regular Job Description Summary The Sr. System Test Engineer develops and executes System Test Plans for small, unmanned air vehicles and missiles and their associated subsystems. Testing encompasses simulato…
Skills: System testing, Flight testing, Data analysis, Test planning, UAV operations
Simi Valley, California, United States · On-site
$141k–$215k/yr
Worker Type Regular Job Description Summary AV is seeking a Senior Physical Security Manager to lead 24/7 security operations (e.g., Physical Security, Plant Protection, Incident and Emergency response) and contract secu…
Skills: Physical security, Security operations, Risk analysis, Crisis management, Emergency response
Huntsville, Alabama, United States · On-site
$111k–$169k/yr
Worker Type Regular Job Description Location: CONUS & OCONUS Deployment (Europe-focused) Worker Type: Regular Travel: 75%+ (Domestic & International) Clearance: Secret (TS/SCI preferred) Salary Range: Competitive / Regio…
Skills: RF systems, CUAS technologies, Troubleshooting, Networking, C2 integration
Petaluma, California, United States · On-site
$34/hr–$53/hr
Worker Type Regular Job Description Summary The Field Service Representative (FSR) Instructor II operates and provides instruction and evaluation on Medium UAS (MUAS), specifically the Jump20 platform, in the field. In t…
Skills: Unmanned Air Systems, Flight instruction, Technical training, UAS operations, Risk assessment
Simi Valley, California, United States · On-site
$22/hr–$33/hr
Worker Type Regular Job Description Summary AV is seeking a Contracts Administrator I, Associate; to become a part of a dynamic corporate team. This position will be embedded in a mission focused operations group and pro…
Skills: Data entry, Contract administration, ERP systems, CLM systems, Procurement
Sunrise, Florida, United States · On-site
$61k–$93k/yr
Worker Type Regular Job Description As a Software Engineer I (Embedded), one works with and is mentored by a talented group of engineers in a fast moving, collaborative Agile development environment. In this entry level …
Skills: C#, .Net, Java, C++, Object Oriented Design
West Valley City, Utah, United States · On-site
$63k–$96k/yr
Worker Type Regular Job Description The Test Engineer designs, develops, and implements cost-effective methods of testing and Test Equipment for production testing of small UAV systems and the PCBA's and sub-system that …
Skills: C#, OOP, LabVIEW, Visual Studio IDE, Test instrumentation
Bath Township, Ohio, United States · On-site
$29/hr–$44/hr
Worker Type Regular Job Description Research Program Manager, Clinical Research Position Summary: This position oversees and supports advanced technology development of medical research products developed in collaboratio…
Skills: Program management, Financial management, Stakeholder management, Team building, Risk management
Huntsville, Alabama, United States · On-site
$111k–$169k/yr
Worker Type Regular Job Description Location: CONUS & OCONUS Deployment (Europe-focused) Worker Type: Regular Travel: 75%+ (Domestic & International) Clearance: Secret (TS/SCI preferred) Salary Range: Competitive / Regio…
Skills: RF systems, Communications electronics, CUAS technologies, Troubleshooting, Networking
Sunrise, Florida, United States · On-site
$61k–$93k/yr
Worker Type Regular Job Description As a Software Engineer I (Embedded), one works with and is mentored by a talented group of engineers in a fast moving, collaborative Agile development environment. In this entry level …
Skills: C#, .Net, Java, C++, Web UI
Sunrise, Florida, United States · On-site
$61k–$93k/yr
Worker Type Regular Job Description As a Software Engineer I (Embedded), one works with and is mentored by a talented group of engineers in a fast moving, collaborative Agile development environment. In this entry level …
Skills: Software engineering, Embedded systems, C#, .Net, Java
Simi Valley, California, United States · On-site
$20/hr–$30/hr
Worker Type Regular Job Description Summary The Receiving Inspector II performs inspection of purchased parts, materials, components and equipment as materials are received from vendors or subcontractors. Position Respon…
Skills: Mechanical inspection, ISO 9001, AS9100, Calipers, Micrometers
Simi Valley, California, United States · On-site
$111k–$169k/yr
Worker Type Regular Job Description Summary AV's Loitering Munitions / Precision Strike portfolio is a $500M+ franchise and one of the most consequential product lines in defense technology, with combat-proven systems fi…
Skills: Product Marketing, Defense Technology, Strategic Positioning, Messaging Architecture, Sales Enablement
Simi Valley, California, United States · On-site
$163k–$261k/yr
Worker Type Regular Job Description Summary The Director, Global IT Support is a senior technology leader responsible for overseeing enterprise-wide end-user support for approximately 5,000 employees across multiple loca…
Skills: IT support, Strategic planning, Service desk management, Endpoint management, Collaboration tools
San Diego, California, United States · On-site
$33/hr–$50/hr
Worker Type Regular Job Description Job Posting Title: Hardware Repair Technician Compensation Grade: TS3 Location: 7480 Mission Valley Rd. Suite 101, San Diego CA 92108 On-site, Regular Business Hours Experience: 3-5 Ye…
Skills: Hardware repair, Electronics troubleshooting, Soldering, Connector rework, RF principles
Simi Valley, California, United States · On-site
$147k–$224k/yr
Worker Type Regular Job Description Summary The Sr. Staff Systems Engineer works with our Design team to develop a variety of innovative Unmanned Systems for defense and commercial applications. This position will intera…
Skills: Systems engineering, C/C++, Matlab, Requirements traceability, Systems architecture
Huntsville, Alabama, United States · On-site
Worker Type Regular Job Description AV is looking for a highly talented Missile Defense System Architecture Engineer to join our team! In this role you will be involved in leading or participating in analysis of future M…
Skills: Missile defense system architecture, Modeling and simulation, DoD High-Performance Computing, MATLAB, Systems engineering
Arlington, Virginia, United States · On-site
$23/hr–$35/hr
Worker Type Regular Job Description Summary The Digital Marketing Associate will play an active role in supporting day-to-day Social Media & Content and Paid Media. This position is ideal for recent graduates or current …
Skills: Social media management, Video editing, Adobe Premiere Pro, CapCut, Adobe Photoshop
Huntsville, Alabama, United States · On-site
Worker Type Regular Job Description AV is looking for a highly talented Ground-based Midcourse Defense (GMD) Ground Systems Principal Systems Engineer to join our team! In this role, you will work as a technical staff me…
Skills: Systems engineering, Missile defense, Requirements management, GMD, DOORS
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The Senior Program Manager oversees the execution of complex programs, managing cost, schedule, scope, and technical performance throughout the program life-cycle. They act as the central point of contact for internal and external customers while providing leadership and mentorship to other program managers.
Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in business or engineering and 12-15 years of experience in program management. Proficiency in project management tools, experience with technical development programs, and the ability to obtain a security clearance are required.
Worker Type
Regular
Job Description
Summary
The Sr. Program Manager (PM) oversees the execution of complex programs or multiple related programs, including cost, schedule, and scope/technical performance. The Senior PM manages the program life-cycle, all activities necessary to meet program development requirements and business objectives, and acts as mentor to other Program Managers. Acting as the central focal point and authority for their program execution, the Senior PM provides a single point of contact for program activities to both internal and external customers.
Position Responsibilities:
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience):
Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies:
Physical Demands
Special Requirements:
Clearance Level
The salary range for this role is:
$111,000 - $169,250AeroVironment 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.
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 is required. Secret or Top Secret clearance, or the ability obtain a clearance is desired.At AV, we build shoulder-to-shoulder with our customers, delivering systems shaped by real-world missions, not theoretical requirements. Now stronger than ever, we deliver integrated capabilities across every domain of modern warfare—from autonomous systems and loitering munitions to space-based platforms, directed energy, cyber and electronic warfare. We build to win today’s battles and shape tomorrow’s conflicts.
Offices: 241 18th St S, Arlington, Virginia 22202, US · Simi Valley, CA 93065, US · Wilmington, Massachusetts 01887, US · Lawrence, Kansas 66044, US · Huntsville, Alabama 35806, US
At AV, we build shoulder-to-shoulder with our customers, delivering systems shaped by real-world missions, not theoretical requirements. Now stronger than ever, we deliver integrated capabilities across every domain of modern warfare—from autonomous systems and loitering munitions to space-based platforms, directed energy, cyber and electronic warfare. We build to win today’s battles and shape tomorrow’s conflicts.
Offices: 241 18th St S, Arlington, Virginia 22202, US · Simi Valley, CA 93065, US · Wilmington, Massachusetts 01887, US · Lawrence, Kansas 66044, US · Huntsville, Alabama 35806, US
