Associate Systems Engineer

Job overview

The Associate Systems Engineer role is part-time and based in Simi Valley, CA. The posting states a pay range of $21–$32. AeroVironment develops uncrewed systems for defense and commercial applications. Working with the Design Team and experienced systems engineers, this role supports the design, development, and integration of unmanned aircraft systems and subsystems. It provides early-career engineering support in digital engineering, data workflows, automation, and software delivery practices.

What you'll do

• Assist with digital engineering and digital thread solutions
• support AI and machine-learning automation models and data pipelines
• participate in maintaining CI/CD pipelines
• provide basic technical support for automated environments
• gain exposure to Docker and Git workflows
• document requirements, testing workflows, and deployment steps
• participate in agile meetings, training, and code reviews.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

associate systems engineer

part-time

simi valley ca

aerovironment

uncrewed systems

digital engineering

machine learning

data pipelines

ci/cd

docker

git

u.s. citizenship required

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company matching
• 9/80 work schedule
• paid holiday shutdown.

Why this role

Part-time role for someone currently enrolled in or recently completing a post-secondary program in a related technical field.

About the employer

AeroVironment is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.