MORSE Corp is an employee owned, small business based in Cambridge, MA, Arlington, VA, and Seattle, WA with a history of fielding cutting-edge technology. MORSE boasts a specially selected team of scientists, engineers, and software developers to deliver best-in-class technical solutions that solve difficult multidisciplinary problems faced by the US National Security Ecosystem.
As an Aerospace Algorithms Engineer at MORSE you will be working on a broad set of applications developing novel physics, statistical, and mathematical models for use in mission planning tools used by military personnel and first responders. MORSE is looking for engineers with a strong background in physics, aerospace, robotics, math, and statistics who are also able to develop their algorithms in software to function efficiently and be readily testable.
Responsibilities:Develop and own algorithms throughout their lifecycle, including conception, development, documentation, deployment, and testing.
Process and analyze raw data
Simulate and validate algorithmic performance using dynamic systems.
Present technical work through white papers, analysis test reports, and oral presentations.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of algorithms into software solutions.
The candidate must have the ambition to own mission planning algorithms for their entire lifecycle: conception of the solution, development, documentation, deployment in software, and testing. Most importantly, the candidate must be passionate about developing solutions that are fieldable!
US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED or the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance.
- MS or PhD in Aerospace Engineering, Robotics, Physics or other relevant field
- 5+ years of experience
Proficiency in Python algorithm and software development practices.
Strong background in physics, math, and statistics.
Experience with developing algorithms and simulations.
Experience simulating dynamic systems to test and validate algorithmic performance
Experience describing systems via equations of motion derived from first-principle engineering analysis
Experience presenting technical work through white papers, analysis test reports, and oral presentations.
MORSE Corp’s salary range for this role carefully considers a wide range of compensation factors, including but not limited to, prior experience, education, skills and expertise, location, internal equity, and other factors that are job related and consistent with business need. Therefore, final offer amounts may vary from the amount stated. Depending on role eligibility, total compensation may also include bonus, stock, 401(k) match, paid time off, medical, dental, vision and life insurance.
Employees also receive 10 paid holidays per year. MORSE maintains an “open” leave policy that does not restrict exempt, regular full-time employees to a specific number of paid sick or vacation days. However, this policy is not an “unlimited” paid leave policy.
The team at MORSE takes pride in being the smart team that is easy to work with. We focus on steady, long-term success with an emphasis on exceptionalism and delivering mission-critical impact to our customers. For more information, please visit www.morsecorp.com.
Skills Required
- US citizenship required or ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance
- MS or PhD in Aerospace Engineering, Robotics, Physics, or related field
- 5+ years of experience
- Proficiency in Python algorithm and software development practices
- Strong background in physics, mathematics, and statistics
- Experience developing algorithms and simulations
- Experience simulating dynamic systems to test and validate algorithmic performance
- Experience describing systems via equations of motion derived from first-principle engineering analysis
- Experience presenting technical work through white papers, analysis test reports, and oral presentations
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MORSE Corp Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Employee ownership is highlighted as 100% of the company, with all full‑time employees receiving equity as shareholders; this differentiates the package. Company and third‑party profiles position equity alongside base pay and bonuses as a core part of total rewards.
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Healthcare Strength — Core coverage encompasses medical, dental, vision, life, and short/long‑term disability, with mental‑health benefits and FSA options also available. Multiple listings consistently present this as a comprehensive set of protections.
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Parental & Family Support — Generous parental leave, a return‑to‑work program after leave, and an onsite mother’s room are offered. These supports accompany family medical leave provisions.
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What We Do
MORSE is a specially selected team of scientists, engineers, and software developers who use asymmetric and unconventional approaches to deploy practical solutions that solve difficult multi-disciplinary problems faced by the US National Security Ecosystem.
Why Work With Us
We have culture of exceptionally talented, smart individuals united by the goal of fielding high-quality, novel technology to support our customers in the National Security Ecosystem. The internal MORSE ethos involves fostering individuals to pursue goals and interests, innovate, and solve hard problems.
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Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.
We are hybrid and in the office at least 3 days/week. This may vary for teams working with hardware, manufacturing, security, IT, operations, or classified systems.
