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AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems, tactical missile systems & electric vehicle charging systems. read more
AeroVironment Company Culture
AeroVironment Culture
This score is derived from employee ratings & reviews3.3/5
AeroVironment's Overall Culture is rated C
Top Rated Culture Dimensions
Office Culture
B+Perks & Benefits
B+Compensation
BHappiness
BEnvironment
BAeroVironment CEO
Bottom 5%Bottom 5% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Wahid Nawabi
39 /100
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Diversity at AeroVironment
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Net Promoter Score tracks your employees' overall score to this question: "On a scale from 0-10, how likely are you to recommend working at your company to a friend?"Bottom 25%Bottom 25% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Recommend to a Friend?
-38
AeroVironment employees are -38% more likely to recommend AeroVironment as a great place to work
| 12% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 38% | Passives |
| 50% | Detractors |
Working at AeroVironment
Working at AeroVironment is rated below average by 13 employees, across various culture dimensions. AeroVironment employees rate Office Culture highest among all categories, and think that CEO Rating and Executive Team have the most room for improvement, putting AeroVironment’s culture in the Bottom 45% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably and in the Bottom 40% compared to other companies in Los Angeles. See below in detail how working at AeroVironment was rated by employees.
Overall Company Culture at AeroVironment
C
Overall Company Culture at AeroVironment is rated C
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Bottom
45%
AeroVironment ranks in the Bottom 45% of other companies on Comparably with 501-1,000 Employees for Overall Company Culture Score
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Anonymously Rate Your Experience & Make Work BetterAeroVironment Employee Reviews
Out of 6 AeroVironment employee reviews, 60% were positive. The remaining 40% were constructive reviews with the goal of helping AeroVironment improve their work culture.
| Positive Reviews | 60% |
|---|---|
| Constructive Feedback | 40% |
Positive Reviews From AeroVironment Employees
- What are some of the best things about your team?Hard workers, kind, really tey to make a difference
- What is the best part about your compensation package?Annual bonus, and medical plans
- What do you like best about the leadership team?I don't really know what they do. They seem to just talk a lot but not get any results.
Constructive Feedback From AeroVironment Employees
- Why do you feel undervalued and what would make you feel better about your compensation?Compensation increase year over year has not been equal with inflation
AeroVironment Company Information
AeroVironment Company Overview
AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems, tactical missile systems & electric vehicle charging systems.
AeroVironment was founded in 1971 and its current CEO is Wahid Nawabi. Since its inception 55 years ago, AeroVironment has grown to 661 employees.
AeroVironment Mission, Vision & Values
AeroVironment Mission & Values
With AeroVironment's sophisticated eyes in the sky, we could provide life-saving intelligence, reconnaissance and surveillance for our troops on the battlefield.
| Headquarter | 800 Royal Oaks Drive, Suite 210 Monrovia, CA 91016-6347 United States of America |
|---|---|
| Website | www.avinc.com |
| Founding Date | 1971 |
| Tel | 626-357-9983 |
| Company Status | Public |
| Stock | AVAV |
| Jobs | www.avinc.com/careers/our-team |
| Social Sites |
AeroVironment Competitors
AeroVironment competitors include CyPhy Works and Sentera. AeroVironment ranks 2nd in Overall Culture Score on Comparably vs its competitors. See below how AeroVironment compares to its competitors with CEO Rankings, Product & Services, NPS, Pricing, Customer Services, Overall Culture Score, eNPS, Gender and Diversity Scores.
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AeroVironment Employees
AeroVironment has 661 employees. 13 employees at AeroVironment have reviewed AeroVironment across various culture dimensions, providing their opinions on items ranging from executive ratings to the pace at work. The latest review was months ago.
Overall, the 13 AeroVironment employees give their leadership a grade of D, or Bottom 20% of similar size companies on Comparably. This includes specific ratings of their executive team, CEO, and manager.
Employees at AeroVironment are generally satisfied with their total compensation at AeroVironment, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.
Overall, employees at AeroVironment are generally satisfied with their team. 13 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers a C. The majority believe the meetings at AeroVironment are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.
The majority of employees at AeroVironment believe the environment at AeroVironment is positive. Most Participants believe the pace of work at AeroVironment is comfortably fast. About 71% of the employees at AeroVironment work 8 hours or less.
Overall, the employees at AeroVironment are not very happy, based on their aggregated ratings of future outlook, customer perception, and their excitement going to work.
Joining AeroVironment - Employee Onboarding
The prevailing opinion from Comparably users in Los Angeles about their company is that it was very prepared on their first day. Los Angeles employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was positive. 74% said their direct manager was helpful with their acclimation during the first 90 days. First impressions are important, and how prepared a company is on your first day leaves a lasting impression.
AeroVironment KPIs and OKRs
Employees’ understanding of AeroVironment's KPIs and OKRs is essential for its success. Out of 4 AeroVironment employees who’ve answered, “Are your company’s goals clear and are you invested in them?” 3 have said yes.
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AeroVironment CEO & Leadership
AeroVironment CEO - Wahid Nawabi
39 /100
Wahid’s approval rate is lower compared to CEOs at similar sized companies, putting Wahid in the Bottom 5% of all CEOs of similar-sized companies on Comparably, and in the Bottom 5% compared to CEOs of all other companies in Los Angeles. Wahid Nawabi’s employees rank AeroVironment in the Top 20% for Office Culture, in the Top 20% for Perks And Benefits, and in the Top 30% for Compensation. When compared to AeroVironment’s competitors, Wahid Nawabi ranks below both Sentera CEO Eric Taipale and CyPhy Works CEO Lance VandenBrook.
AeroVironment Leadership
The AeroVironment Executive Team is rated a “F” and led by CEO Wahid Nawabi, Senior VP & CFO Teresa Covington, and CTO John Grabowsky
Wahid Nawabi CEO / President
Mr. Wahid Nawabi has been the Chief Executive Officer and President of AeroVironment, Inc. since May 2, 2016 and January... read more
Teresa Covington Senior VP & CFO
Ms. Teresa Covington has been the Chief Financial Officer of AeroVironment, Inc. since March 1, 2017. Ms. Covington... read more
John Grabowsky CTO
John Grabowsky serves as the CTO of AeroVironment.
Jon Self Vice President of Operations
Jon Self serves as the Vice President of Operations of AeroVironment.
Pamela Schroeder VP Finance
Pamela Schroeder serves as the VP Finance of AeroVironment.
Matt Strein Director Of Business Development
Matt Strein serves as the Director Of Business Development of AeroVironment. Matt started at AeroVironment in May of... read more
Shawn Webb Director of Operations
Shawn Webb serves as the Director of Operations of AeroVironment. Shawn started at AeroVironment in Apr of 2009. Shawn... read more
Sanjeev Choudhary Vice President, Strategic Development
Sanjeev Choudhary serves as the Vice President, Strategic Development of AeroVironment.
Bob Curtin Vice President
Bob Curtin serves as the Vice President of AeroVironment.
AeroVironment Salaries
How much does AeroVironment pay?
How much do people at AeroVironment get paid? See the latest salaries by department and job title. The average estimated annual salary, including base and bonus, at AeroVironment is $103,935, or $49 per hour, while the estimated median salary is $108,987, or $52 per hour.
At AeroVironment, the highest paid job is a General Counsel at $253,575 annually and the lowest is a CS Rep at $39,286 annually. Average AeroVironment salaries by department include: Operations at $89,482, HR at $101,948, Finance at $78,000, and IT at $103,191. Half of AeroVironment salaries are above $108,987.
7 employees at AeroVironment rank their Compensation in the Top 30% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 23 ratings) while 7 employees at AeroVironment rank their Perks And Benefits in the Top 20% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 9 ratings).
Last updated months ago.
| Summary | Salary Range | Percentile |
|---|---|---|
1st Percentile $61k | $61k | 1st Percentile |
17th Percentile $85k | $85k | 17th Percentile |
33rd Percentile $107k | $107k | 33rd Percentile |
50th Percentile $160k | $160k | 50th Percentile |
67th Percentile $211k | $211k | 67th Percentile |
83rd Percentile $264k | $264k | 83rd Percentile |
100th Percentile $269k | $269k | 100th Percentile |
$103,935*
Average Compensation
$108,987*
Median Compensation
* Estimated salaries Estimated salaries are based on data provided anonymously by employees and/or estimated by other statistical methods.
AeroVironment Salaries by Department
Diversity & Inclusion at AeroVironment
The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at AeroVironment across various culture dimensions.
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AeroVironment Perks & Benefits
Health & Wellness
- Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
- PTO / Vacation Policy
AeroVironment PTO
AeroVironment's PTO and Vacation policy typically gives 20-30 days off a year. AeroVironment's benefits and PTO Package averages to represent a $1500 - $2500 cash value per month.
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Overview of Candidates Interested in AeroVironment on Comparably
Candidates By Department
All Industries | 38% | |
|---|---|---|
Engineering | 25% | |
Business Development | 13% | |
Product | 13% | |
Admin | 13% |
Candidates By Location
Glendora | 13% | |
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Seattle | 13% | |
Chicago | 13% | |
Los Angeles | 13% | |
Mission Viejo | 13% | |
Other | 38% |
Frequently Asked Questions regarding AeroVironment
What is AeroVironment address?
AeroVironment location is at 800 Royal Oaks Drive, Suite 210
Who is the CEO of AeroVironment?
AeroVironment CEO is Wahid Nawabi, their score by employees is 39
What is AeroVironment eNPS?
The eNPS for AeroVironment is -38
What is AeroVironment revenue?
AeroVironment revenue is $229M
What is the salary for Product Manager in AeroVironment?
Product Manager average salary in the US is 119k
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