> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/655923-aerospace-software-engineer-developer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/655923-aerospace-software-engineer-developer). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md).

---

# Aerospace Software Engineer/Developer

- **Company:** The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory LLC
- **Location:** North Laurel, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $100,000.0 - $245,000.0
- **Contract:** Contract
- **Skills:** Bug Tracking Systems, C++ (Programming Language), Collaborative Software, Python (Programming Language), MATLAB, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Modeling and Simulation, Programming Languages
- **Published:** June 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/career/17372335/Aerospace-Software-Engineer-Developer-Maryland-Laurel

## About the Role

* Have a B.S. in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering; Computer Science; applied mathematics; or related technical field and 2+ years of relevant experience
 * Have significant experience in programming languages such as C++, MATLAB, or Python
 * Are familiar with software repositories, bug tracking systems, and collaboration tools.
 * Have knowledge of flight dynamics, navigation, guidance, and control
 * Are able to obtain a Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Top Secret level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship., * Hold a M.S. or PhD. in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering; Computer Science; applied mathematics; or related technical field with relevant experience in modeling and simulation of flight systems
 * Have experience developing 3-DoF and/or 6-DoF flight simulations
 * Have some knowledge of optimization techniques/optimal control
 * Have worked with solvers such as SNOPT, IPOPT, ECOS, etc.
 * Are willing and able to travel 10 to 20 days a year
 * Hold an active Top Secret security clearance or higher

## Description

Are you interested in taking missile system models and translating their design characteristics into algorithms and methodologies that can be used in flight-ready software?

Do you like working with a team to take innovative ideas from proof of concept to program ready final products?, * Develop software for mission planning, weapon control, and guidance systems using advanced methodologies

 * Design methods for evaluating and testing developed software
 * Algorithmically model the challenging dynamics of hypersonic vehicles in varying environments
 * Interact with sponsors and external representative to formulate concepts of operation for these novel and advanced technologies
 * Document and present work to sponsors and third-party collaborators


## Related Videos

- [How Lufthansa Industry Solutions is preparing for the Quantum Age! ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1443-how-lufthansa-industry-solutions-is-preparing-for-the-quantum-age)
- [The Avengers Initiative (Practical Ethics for Software Engineers)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2070-the-avengers-initiative-practical-ethics-for-software-engineers)
- [Leveraging Large Language Models for Legacy Code Translation: Challenges and Solutions](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1157-leveraging-large-language-models-for-legacy-code-translation-challenges-and-solutions)
- [Chesterton's Fence - Don't Tear Down the Fence](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2099-chesterton-s-fence-don-t-tear-down-the-fence)
- [Reality and Beyond: Coding a Drone Using {Unity 3D .NET} and ChatGPT AI!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/702-reality-and-beyond-coding-a-drone-using-unity-3d-net-and-chatgpt-ai)
- [Official Opening of WeAreDevelopers World Congress 2026](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100000-official-opening-of-wearedevelopers-world-congress-2026)

## Related Articles

- [Software Engineer Career: Things You Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/143-software-engineer-career-things-you-should-know)
- [What Jobs Can You Get with a Software Engineering Degree?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/398-what-jobs-can-you-get-with-a-software-engineering-degree)
- [Best Countries for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/267-best-countries-for-software-engineers)
- [The Ultimate Software Engineer Career Path Guide for 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/146-the-ultimate-software-engineer-career-path-guide-for-2023)
- [Is Software Engineering Hard?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/448-is-software-engineering-hard)
- [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers)