Software Engineer – Guidance & Control 

Full-Time | On-Site – Huntsville, Alabama or Arlington, Virginia

• Citizenship: United States citizenship required
• Security Clearance: Secret or Top-Secret clearance preferred but not required; all offers are contingent upon the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance

ABOUT EXOANALYTIC SOLUTIONS

ExoAnalytic Solutions is a defense technology company developing cutting-edge modeling, simulation, and analytics tools to support mission-critical defense and space systems. Our software and sensor technologies enhance the safety, security, and sustainability of the space domain and enable faster, data-driven decision-making for national defense.

As an employee-owned company, we combine deep technical expertise with a culture of innovation, autonomy, and shared success. Our engineers work at the intersection of space domain awareness, advanced simulation, and real-time visualization, solving problems of global importance.

ABOUT THE ROLE

ExoAnalytic Solutions is seeking a Software Engineer specializing in guidance & control to develop and implement optimal guidance algorithms for missile interceptors and kill vehicles. You will design flight algorithms, develop models and simulations, and contribute to real-time software supporting flight performance and precision intercept missions.

This position bridges algorithm design and real-time software implementation, supporting both system analysis and embedded development.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design and implement guidance, navigation, and control (GNC) algorithms
• Develop real-time flight software to support interceptor and kill vehicle systems
• Perform simulation and modeling of flight dynamics and system response
• Integrate algorithms with RTOS environments and embedded processors
• Support testing, validation, and performance optimization of GNC software

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science
• 3+ years of experience developing or modeling guidance, navigation, and control (GNC) algorithms
• Experience coding in C++ and Python for simulation and real-time applications
• Familiarity with control theory, estimation, or trajectory optimization
• Experience with simulation tools such as MATLAB/Simulink

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Active Secret or Top-Secret clearance
• Proficiency in C/C++ and Python for modeling and implementation
• Experience with optimal control, trajectory guidance, or state estimation
• Familiarity with 6-DOF simulations, sensor fusion, and Kalman filtering
• Experience with missile defense or aerospace flight systems

SALARY RANGE

$85,000 - $165,000+ annually.

Actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and years of experience. The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process. 

BENEFITS AND CULTURE

ExoAnalytic Solutions is a technology and innovation leader providing world-class products and services to the U.S. federal government and commercial customers worldwide. As an employee-owned company, a competitive salary is only one part of your total rewards package.

Our comprehensive benefits include:

• Company-paid medical, vision, and dental coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with a 6% company contribution (no employee match required)
• Ample paid personal time off, including holidays
• Short- and long-term disability insurance and life insurance
• Additional discounts and perks to support your well-being
• Flexible scheduling and structured freedom that empower innovation and work-life balance

Apply today to become an ExoNaut today!

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

ExoAnalytic Solutions provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.