Guidance Software Engineer
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Salary$160k – $280k
LocationLos Angeles, CA, El Segundo, California, United States
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
Experience10+ yrs
DepartmentEngineering
EquityIncluded
Company size1,001–5,000 people
PostedOct 14, 2026 · 3w ago
Verified live2d ago
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Bachelor's or higher Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related degree
10+ years of experience in professional, object-oriented software development
Experience with design and implementation of guidance algorithms for UAS platforms using commercial autopilot frameworks like ArduPilot
Practical understanding of flight dynamics of fixed wing and rotary wing platforms
Solid understanding and extensive experience in software development on microcontroller architectures (STM32 or similar) and on Linux hosted on Nvidia Jetson
Experience developing real-time embedded software to include hardware interfaces
Experience with integration of vendor provided low-level drivers and firmware
Experience with Agile lifecycle processes including Scrum, Continuous Integration, and Test-Driven Development Methodologies
Ability to work with minimal supervision and collaborate on small teams
Current or previous DoD security clearance
Part 107 remote pilot certification
Experience with EO/IR sensor integration
Experience with radar sensor integration
Experience with firmware development using VHDL and embedded software development flow on AMD/Xilinx FPGAs
Experience with git
Experience with production-level SW development & deployment including DevOps DevSecOps and/or Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) using modern FOSS/COTS toolsets
Experience with full lifecycle SW development of high-TRL systems
Experience with HW/SW I&T and V&V of high-TRL systems
U.S. Person status is required
Skills
ArduPilot
STM32
Nvidia Jetson
AMD/Xilinx SoC
Microblaze
Linux
git
VHDL
FPGA
DevOps
DevSecOps
CI/CD
COTS
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
FSA
HSA
Life insurance
Free lunch
Stocked kitchen
Unlimited PTO
Casual dress code
Relocation assistance
About the company
CHAOS Industries is redefining modern defense with a multi-product portfolio that gives the ultimate advantage—domain dominance. The company’s products are powered by Coherent Distributed Networks (CDN™), empowering warfighters, commercial air operators, and border protection teams to act faster, adapt rapidly, and stay ahead of evolving threats.
CHAOS Industries was founded in 2022 and has raised a total of $1 billion in funding from leading investors, including 8VC, Accel, and Valor Equity Partners. The company is headquartered in Los Angeles, with offices in Washington, D.C., San Francisco, San Diego, and London. For more information, please visit www.chaosinc.com.
Role Overview:
CHAOS is seeking a highly-skilled and motivated Senior Guidance Software Engineer to join our R&D team. You will get an opportunity to lead the design of our guidance software on a clean sheet airframe design. As a member of Engineering, you also have the opportunity to expand your skillset across our product families.
Responsibilities:
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Implementation of guidance and navigation software within COTS software frameworks
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Support airframe design activities
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Support system integration of software on flight hardware
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Work full-time on-site in our office in Los Angeles (Hawthorne), California
Minimum Requirements:
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Minimum education: Bachelor’s or higher Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related degree
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10+ years of experience in professional, object-oriented software development
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Experience with design and implementation of guidance algorithms for UAS platforms using commercial autopilot frameworks like ArduPilot
•
Practical understanding of flight dynamics of fixed wing and rotary wing platforms
•
Solid understanding and extensive experience in software development on microcontroller architectures (STM32 or similar) and on Linux hosted on Nvidia Jetson, AMD/Xilinx SoC or Microblaze architectures
•
Experience developing real-time embedded software to include hardware interfaces
•
Experience with integration of vendor provided low-level drivers and firmware
•
Experience with Agile lifecycle processes including Scrum, Continuous Integration, and Test-Driven Development Methodologies
•
Ability to work with minimal supervision and collaborate on small teams
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U.S. Person status is required as this position will require the ability to access U.S.-only data system
Preferred Requirements:
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Current or previous DoD security clearance
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Part 107 remote pilot certification
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Experience with EO/IR sensor integration
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Experience with radar sensor integration
•
Experience with firmware development using VHDL and embedded software development flow on AMD/Xilinx FPGAs
•
Experience with git
•
Experience with production-level SW development & deployment, including DevOps, DevSecOps, and/or Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) using modern FOSS/COTS toolsets
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Experience with full lifecycle SW development of high-TRL systems
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Experience with HW/SW I&T and V&V of high-TRL systems
Why CHAOS?
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Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision benefits 100% paid for by the company
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Additional benefits: 401k (+ 50% company match up to 6% of pay), FSA, HSA, life insurance, and more
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Our Perks: Free daily lunch while you’re working onsite, fully-stocked kitchen, unlimited PTO, casual dress code
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Compensation Components: Competitive base salaries, generous pre-IPO stock option grants, relocation assistance, and (coming soon!) annual bonuses
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Team Growth: 500+ employees and counting across 5 global offices
Salary Range: $160,000 - $280,000
Legal
The stated compensation range reflects only the targeted base compensation range and excludes additional earnings such as bonus, equity, and benefits. If your compensation requirements fall outside of the range, we still encourage you to apply. The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations.
Recruiting Agencies: CHAOS Industries does not accept unsolicited resumes or outreach. Unsolicited submissions will not be reviewed or compensated.
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