Senior C++ Software Engineer for Defense AI & Simulations
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) in Laurel, MD, seeks a Senior Software Engineer to design, develop, test, and review cyber-hardened software in C++ and Python for classified environments, with emphasis on modular design, performance, and documentation. You will contribute to multi-mission planning and simulation tools, mentor teammates, and participate in code reviews, CI/CD, and software pipelines, with eligibility for security clearance and a commitment to #J-18808-Ljbffr The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory
- Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory in Laurel, MD seeks a Senior Software Engineer to design, develop, test, and review cyber-hardened software in C++ and Python for classified environments. You will contribute to multi-mission planning and transition efforts supporting...SeniorInterim role
$85k
...Homeland and Theater Defenses, Accelerating... ...participating in dynamic software development,... ...member with software engineering experience willing... ...systems. As a Senior Software Engineer... ...software written in C++ and Python within... ...Awareness, etc.) simulation software for use in...SeniorTemporary workWork experience placementInterim roleRelocation packageFlexible hours- Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) in Laurel, MD seeks a Senior Software Engineer to design, develop, test, and review cyber-hardened software in C++ and Python within classified environments. You will contribute to multi-mission planning tools and mission-...SeniorInterim role
- A defense and technology research organization in Laurel, Maryland seeks a Software Engineer to develop AI and software solutions for military applications. The ideal candidate will possess... ...in languages such as Python and C++, alongside experience in AI applications...Senior
$150.8k - $265.88k
...customer achieve its mission.The Work:As a Software Engineer, you will:• Analyze user requirements to... ...Python systems design/development• C/C++ systems design/development• Scripting languages... ...(FieldFox, Spectrum analyzer)• Customer AI web services (both networks)Clearance...SeniorFull timeTemporary workWork experience placementWork at officeRemote workFlexible hours$105k
...support Achieving Robust Homeland Defense, Accelerating Warfighting... ...in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Software capabilities? Are you... ...Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, or other related... ...experience working with Python, C++, or other similar...SeniorInterim role- ...Job Description Job Description Title: Senior C++ Software Engineer Location: Columbia, MD (fully on-site for at least the first calendar... ...before. Leverage modern tooling, including Git, CI/CD, and AI-assisted development, to increase speed, quality, and...SeniorContract work
- ...Senior C++ Software Engineer Transformational Security, LLC is seeking a Senior C++ Software Engineer to join our software team. You will contribute... ..., and cross-component integration. The team uses frontier AI models as a routine part of the development workflow....Senior
- ...in Laurel, MD, seeks a Modeling and Simulation (M&S) Engineer to develop and deploy integrated M&S software for performance analysis of missile defense components. You will work in cross-functional... ...insights. Proficiency in Python and C++ and Linux is required. #J-18808-...
- ...Laboratory (APL) seeks engineers and scientists to help design... ..., implement, and test software for mission planning... ...planning capabilities, apply AI to optimization, and learn modeling/simulation tools to predict system... ...and proficiency in C/C++, Python, TypeScript/JavaScript...
- The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) seeks a Software Engineer and AI Practitioner to advance AI-enabled mission planning tools for warfighters and defense planners. You will integrate robust software solutions, learn new AI/ML techniques, and...Senior
$100k - $227.5k
A leading defense technology lab in Laurel, MD is seeking a Senior Electronic Attack Analyst. The role involves evaluating electronic attack impacts, providing insights to defense programs, and engaging in research. Ideal candidates will have a bachelor’s degree in a related...Senior$105k - $245k
...Physics Laboratory is seeking a Senior AFSIM Analyst to apply expertise in modeling and simulation to solve complex challenges.... ...technologies and collaborate closely with software development teams, contributing... ...skills in Python, MATLAB, C/C++, or JAVA. Competitive salary...Senior$105k - $290k
...research organization located in Laurel, MD, is seeking a Software Engineer specializing in AI applications. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of... ...software solutions for military planning and evolving defense tools. The position requires strong organizational and communication...Senior$100k - $245k
...Senior Sensor Systems EngineerAre you excited about... ...nation's most challenging defense problems? Do you enjoy... ...analysis, modeling and simulation, systems analysis, algorithm... ...Senior Sensor Systems Engineer, you will:Lead the... ...using MATLAB, Python, C/C++, Julia, or similar scientific...Senior- ...Solipsys, a subsidiary of Collins Aerospace, is seeking a Senior Principal Software Engineer to drive architecture and development of critical... ...The role requires strong OO programming skills in Java or C++, full lifecycle software development, and the ability to...Senior
$85k
2026 Graduate - Engineer/Physicist/Computer Scientist - Weapon... ...will conduct modeling and simulation analysis, identify defensive systems gaps, and develop... ...Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML) techniques, object... ...skills in MATLAB, C++, C, Python, etc. Are able...Temporary workWork experience placementInterim roleRelocation packageFlexible hours$100k
...Overview The Modeling and Simulation (M&S) Engineer will develop, deploy, and integrate M&S software to analyze combat... ...dedicated to missile defense innovation. Responsibilities... ...in Python and C++ with well‑documented,... ...clusters. Knowledge of AI/ML technologies and MLOps...Temporary workInterim roleFlexible hours$105k
...an opportunity to apply your modeling, simulation, and analysis background in an engaging... ...vehicles. Work with a team of analysts and senior engineers to guide the direction of analysis.... ...skills in Python, MATLAB, C/C++, or Java. Can work effectively in a highly...SeniorCivilian ContractorInterim role$105k
...most challenging defense problems? Are you... ...systems, Mission Engineering, and the best practices... ..., distributed software and decision-support... ...excellence. As a Senior Mission Analyst for... ...develop modeling, simulation, and analytical methods... ...MATLAB, Python, C++, and Java and in...SeniorTemporary workWork experience placementInterim roleRelocation packageFlexible hours$105k
...most challenging defense problems? Are you... ...systems, Mission Engineering, and the best practices... .../APL is seeking a Senior Engineer / Analyst... ..., distributed software and decision-... ...develop modeling, simulation, and analytical methods... ...MATLAB, Python, C++, and Java and in Linux...SeniorTemporary workWork experience placementInterim roleRelocation packageFlexible hours- ...Job Description Job Description Senior Software Engineer — Secure Mission Systems Location: Mainly... ...Build Secure Software for High-Impact Defense Missions Rackner is seeking a Senior... ..., cybersecurity remediation, and AI-capability integration. You will work alongside...SeniorWeekly payContract workRemote workWork from homeHome office1 day per week
- ...compliance modernization Machine Learning/AI algorithms and research proof-of-concepts... ...SWE experience on projects with similar software processes may be substituted for a bachelor... ...Community and the Department of Defense. As a Service-Disabled, Veteran-Owned Small...SeniorTemporary workFor contractorsLocal area
$105k
...AFSIM modeling and simulation experience to... ...problems with innovative software and computing... ...We are seeking a Senior AFSIM Analyst to help... ...experience, and senior engineers with whom you will... ...Python, MATLAB, C/C++, or JAVA Are... ...'s most critical defense, security, space...SeniorTemporary workFor contractorsWork experience placementInterim roleRelocation packageFlexible hours$100k
...applying modeling and simulation to solve some of... ...Simulation (M&S) Engineer who will work in a... ...integrated M&S software applications, and... ...the area of missile defense. Responsibilities... ...proficient in Python and C++ with the ability... ...experience with AI/ML technologies...Temporary workWork experience placementInterim roleRelocation packageFlexible hours- ...The Software Engineer develops, maintains, and enhances complex and diverse software systems (e.g.,... ...requires in -scope poly, within 7 years. \ AI/ML development or integration experience \\ Terraform experience with AWS \ C++, Python and/or Golang \ Experience with...SeniorFull timeTemporary work
$102.5k - $227.5k
...Systems Design Engineer: Controls, Navigation... ..., Sensors, and Simulation Join to apply... ...Laboratory Get AI-powered advice... ...Engineering, Software Engineering,... ...Matlab/Simulink, C++, Python, or other... ...most critical defense, security,... ...7,500 Annually Seniority level Seniority...Full timeTemporary workFor contractorsWork experience placementInterim roleInternshipRelocation packageFlexible hours$150k - $170k
...US Navy and Missile Defense Agency (MDA) by performing... ..., we are seeking a Senior RF Seeker engineer to support the... ...inclusion in deliverable simulations to our government customers... ...MATLAB, Python, and C++... ...team of engineers and software developers to design...Senior$100k
...nation's most complex defense challenges? Would you... ...data fusion, modeling and simulation, and systems analysis... ...collaborate with talented engineers in a highly technical,... ...environment. As a Senior Data Fusion and Tracking... ...using MATLAB, Python, C/C++, Julia, or similar scientific...SeniorTemporary workWork experience placementRelocation packageFlexible hours$282k - $332k
...Senior Software Engineer - Platform ** An active TS//SCI clearance with polygraph is required for... ...Intelligence Community and Department of Defense. We're a small and growing company, so... ...security posture powering an organization's AI capabilities. This is foundational work...SeniorExtra incomeContract workFlexible hoursNight shift
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