Modeling & Simulation Software Engineer

DEPLOY
Huntsville, Alabama, United StatesFull-timePosted Aug 29, 2026

About the role

DEPLOY has been retained to find a Software Engineer in Huntsville, AL to join our team for the development of Modeling & Simulations (M&S) tools in support of the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Ground Based Mid-course (GMD) program.

In this role you will design, develop, and enhance simulation framework code that integrates supplier-provided models and data sources. The candidate will join our team developing software in support of GMD customer's Medium Fidelity Simulation tools, specifically STRATSIM and IRM (Interceptor Reference Model) products.

Experience with AFSim (Advanced Framework for Simulation Integration Modeling) is beneficial.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with missile defense programs and M&S best practices. A background in software development lifecycle is strongly preferred. Qualified applicants will have strong programming skills, be able to work independently, and take a proactive role to assure that those task responsibilities are completed on schedule.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in the physical sciences, mathematics, engineering, computer science, or other relevant field

5 - 15 years of relevant experience

Proficiency with C++, makefiles, JavaScript, Twisted (for GUI development), python scripting

Demonstrable understanding of software principles, theories, and concepts related to software engineering (including software development lifecycle and software development process), design patterns, Object-Oriented design and programming

Experience with Agile development methodologies (sprints, backlog, team collaboration, etc)

Familiarity with GitLab source code management/project management tools

Knowledge of Linux and Windows programming environments

Desire for code quality, not only in writing well-crafted code, but participating in sprint planning, unit tests, and documentation in the process

Active Secret Clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge of STRATSIM, IRM, AFSIM

Knowledge of Agile development process

Experience with Git, Jenkins, or the Atlassian tool suite (Jira)

Knowledge of Matlab/Mex files

Knowledge of containerized applications like Docker/Kubernetes

Ability to work independently and proactively in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

DEPLOY's client has has provided industry-leading technical and engineering solutions in the fields of defense, energy, space, and environment. As a small, family-oriented business, our client provides a compelling benefits package including a generous profit-sharing plan, competitive salaries, and perhaps most importantly, the opportunity to work alongside talented professionals leveraging cutting-edge technologies to solve complex and engaging problems.

Competitive health, dental and vision insurance with affordable premiums

Flexible work schedules

Two different flexible spending account options

Company paid life insurance with options for employee paid additional

Performance bonus program

Education reimbursement program

Company paid personal leave for approved philanthropic activities

Vacation, Sick & Holiday leave

Robust 401k profit sharing plan

Opportunities for internal promotions

Employee referral incentive program

Rewards and gifts for service anniversaries

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and enhance simulation framework code
  • Integrate supplier-provided models and data sources
  • Develop software in support of GMD customer's Medium Fidelity Simulation tools

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in physical sciences, mathematics, engineering, computer science, or relevant field
  • 5 - 15 years of relevant experience
  • Proficiency with C++, makefiles, JavaScript, Twisted, python scripting
  • Understanding of software principles, theories, and concepts
  • Experience with Agile development methodologies
  • Familiarity with GitLab source code management/project management tools
  • Knowledge of Linux and Windows programming environments
  • Active Secret Clearance

Benefits

  • Competitive health, dental and vision insurance
  • Flexible work schedules
  • Two flexible spending account options
  • Company paid life insurance
  • Performance bonus program
  • Education reimbursement program
  • Company paid personal leave for philanthropic activities
  • Vacation, Sick & Holiday leave
  • Robust 401k profit sharing plan
  • Opportunities for internal promotions
  • Employee referral incentive program
  • Rewards and gifts for service anniversaries

Skills mentioned

C++PythonJavaScriptLinuxGitUnit TestingJenkinsDockerKubernetesMATLAB

About DEPLOY

Deploy is a talent solutions firm comprised of a community of highly vetted technology professionals. As the name suggests, tech pros are ready for deployment into staff augmentation gigs, or complex, whole-team, solution-driven tech transformations. Founded by entrepreneurs and tech veterans, we have created a community where everyone in the tech ecosystem can get better at what they do by sharing knowledge, resources, and opportunities. Deploy breaks through the limitations of a typical tech staffing agency to become trusted talent architects offering the best solutions for staff augmentation or deploying entire teams of tech talent.

Staffing and Recruiting2-10 employeesBirmingham, Alabama