Software Engineer
Posted 15 Oct 2026
Advertised as “Software Engineer - Aegis Based Defense ”
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- Expected experience
- 5+ yrs
- Management level
- Individual contributor
No salary listed for this role.
Field of studyEngineering (or related)
Study levelBachelor's
Field of studyEngineering, Mathematics, Science, Technology
Study levelBachelor's
Who We Are (video)
At JRC, we tackle some of the toughest challenges faced by the Department of Defense (DoD) and other government agencies. Our expertise in engineering innovation and semiconductor technologies allows us to deliver mission-critical microelectronics solutions, aerospace systems engineering, and cutting-edge research and development. By joining JRC, you’ll be part of a team that supports strategic deterrence and defense missions, playing a crucial role in ensuring the safety and security of the United States and its allies.
🚀Join JRC's Strategic Defense & International Operations (SDIO) Team!
Join a high-impact team at the forefront of missile defense, where you'll help advance the software that powers the U.S. Navy's Aegis and SM-6 weapon systems. As an AEGIS Based Defense Software Engineer, you'll work alongside elite engineers, scientists, Naval officers, and defense professionals to develop next-generation missile defense capabilities that directly support the Fleet. This role offers the opportunity to lead complex software initiatives spanning guidance, navigation, control systems, flight testing, system integration, and software architecture, while solving some of the nation's most challenging defense problems. If you're passionate about mission-critical engineering, missile systems, and seeing your work deployed in real-world operations, this is a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact on national security.
💼What You'll Do
- Address emerging Next Generation Missile Defense threats and capabilities, significant upgrades are required for the SM-6 software; these software upgrades encompass advanced targeting algorithms, enhanced flight profile optimizations for engaging advanced threats, and upgraded datalink processing to ensure seamless fire control integration.
- Support the SM-6 Round Lead, in design, development, testing, and integration of software for the missile and its incorporation into the Aegis Under Layer while retaining compatibility with the ship-based Aegis Weapon System & land-based Aegis Guam System.
- Oversee the design, development, and implementation of software solutions for missile guidance, navigation, and control systems including the upgrade of missile guidance laws, feedback control logic, six-degree-of-freedom (6DOF) flight simulations, and real-time sensor data processing.
- Contribute to software architecture design, requirements analysis, detailed design, and code reviews.
- Support Aegis Under Layer, Aegis Weapon System, and Aegis Guam System integration & testing activities.