Senior Missile Control Engineer

We are looking for an experienced Senior Missile Control Engineer to join our advanced defense-tech R&D team. The role involves leading the development, integration, and testing of missile control systems throughout the full system lifecycle, from algorithm design through simulation, hardware-in-the-loop testing, and flight trials. Why Join Skapion?: This is a unique opportunity to be at the heart of a defense-tech startup during its most exciting growth phase! Responsibilities Lead the design, development, and analysis of missile control algorithms. Perform simulations, performance analysis, and robustness assessments. Identify technical risks and propose practical engineering solutions. Collaborate closely with systems engineering, software development, aerodynamics, mechanical design, and testing teams. Participate in and analyse field experiments. Ensure compliance with relevant engineering standards and safety requirements. Requirements B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline. At least 7 years of experience in missile guidance and control engineering. Understanding of GNC modules and their interactions. Experience in 6DOF simulations and hardware-in-the-loop systems. Experience with dynamic modelling, simulation, stability analysis, and control system design. Experience with MATLAB/Simulink or similar tools, for control law development and real-time C/C++ implementation. Experience in system integration. Ability to work independently and lead technical tasks from concept to completion. Preferred Qualifications M.Sc. or Ph.D. in Control Systems, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field. Experience with end-to-end missile system development programs. Experience supporting flight tests, test planning, and post-test data analysis. Prior experience leading technical teams or acting as a technical authority.