Our Mission
Castelion designs, tests, and manufactures next-generation military systems rapidly and at massive scale to deter future wars.
Peace Through Deterrence
Hardware Designed for Production at Scale
Castelion delivers the capabilities America needs to preserve peace through credible, non-nuclear deterrence. We build at the scale national security demands – optimizing every system for cost, manufacturability, and rapid deployment.
Hardware Rich.
Rapid Test and Iteration.
Designed for Scaled Manufacturing.
Affordable Hypersonic Weapons, Built Fast
At Castelion, speed and cost aren’t tradeoffs – they’re requirements. We vertically integrate core technologies to move faster, reduce risk, and control cost at scale. Every system is designed for manufacturability from day one, enabling rapid iteration and high-volume production. In today’s threat environment, speed matters. Affordability matters. We’re building with both.
Protecting Democracy
Our mission is rooted in the belief that freedom must be actively protected – through technological strength, strategic clarity, and national resolve. By restoring America’s ability to out-innovate and out-produce its rivals, we help ensure that the free world remains secure for generations to come.
Hardware Rich
Rapid Testing
Iterative Design
America Needs You!
Ready to get your hands on real hardware, own critical projects, and make your work count? Explore our open roles and help shape the future of defense.
Featured Positions
Choose your next adventure with Castelion.
-
Automation and Controls Engineer
The Automation and Controls Engineer will design, build, and commission robust manufacturing systems for production of hypersonic-flight components. Success requires the practical application of engineering principles to design, build, test, and integrate process equipment and technologies within our production line. We are seeking a hands-on problem solver with strong expertise in electro-mechanical system design and automation systems, as well as experience working with machinery and production environments. The key to excelling in this position is the effective application of mechanical, electrical, and control systems expertise to enable our manufacturing processes.- Torrance, CA
- Full time
- In-house
-
Avionics Manufacturing Specialist
Castelion is looking for an Avionics Manufacturing Specialist, reporting to the Head of Avionics, to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of long-range hypersonic strike vehicles. This will be a full-time, exempt position located in our El Segundo facility. As an Avionics Manufacturing Specialist, you will work closely with our engineering teams to execute highly technical electrical builds for our research vehicles, assist in advancing designs, and play a critical role in defining and maturing manufacturing, assembly and integration processes.- Torrance, CA
- Full time
- In-house
-
Development Test Engineer
The Development Test Engineer owns the planning, execution, and analysis of tests that turn designs into flight-ready hardware. This role sits at the center of engineering, manufacturing, and operations—translating requirements into real-world validation through benchtop, environmental, subsystem, and vehicle-level testing. You will design test hardware, write procedures, run tests, break things early, and close the loop back into design with clear data and recommendations.- Torrance, CA
- Full time
- In-house
-
Director of Flight Software
As the Head of Flight Software Engineering, you will lead the development of innovative flight software for Castelion’s advanced missile systems, playing a critical role in achieving our mission of peace through deterrence. This role demands a highly motivated individual with deep expertise in flight software development, a passion for mentoring teams, and a commitment to deliver robust, mission-critical systems. You will oversee all aspects of flight software design, development, integration, and testing, ensuring that Castelion’s cutting-edge systems perform reliably under the most demanding conditions.- Torrance, CA
- Full time
- In-house
-
Director of Manufacturing
We’re seeking a Director of Manufacturing to lead our Los Angeles based manufacturing operations — our modern Arsenal of Democracy — delivering hypersonic capability at scale to deter future conflicts. In this pivotal leadership role, you will build and lead a world‑class manufacturing operation, pushing for innovation and operational excellence that positions us as the nation’s premier hypersonic producer.- Torrance, CA
- Full time
- In-house
-
Electrical Engineer – Avionics & Flight Hardware
As a Senior Avionics Hardware Engineer, you will play a vital role in designing, testing, and optimizing hardware systems for cutting-edge hypersonic missile avionics projects. You will contribute to the development and production of high-quality, reliable hardware components for hypersonic missiles. This role provides a hands-on opportunity to work alongside experienced engineers, gain practical experience, grow your technical skills in a fast-paced and innovative environment, and experience a rapid cadence of test flights where your hardware will be tested in the field.- Torrance, CA
- Full time
- In-house
-
Embedded Software Engineer
As an Embedded Software Engineer you will be at the forefront of creating, developing, and testing the software that drives and simulates our flight systems. Your role involves close collaboration with fellow Castelion engineers across software and hardware domains to implement and debug software across the entire technology stackfrom applications and operating systems to networking, firmware, and simulationensuring complete mission success. We seek intelligent, collaborative, and driven engineers who are passionate about problem-solving and eager to contribute to an extraordinary mission. If you thrive in challenging environments and are excited by the prospect of making a tangible impact, we want to hear from you.- Torrance, CA
- Full time
- In-house
-
Embedded Software Engineer Intern – Summer 2026 (Avionics)
Castelion is seeking motivated and talented embedded software engineering interns for 2025. Youll help create the software that drives and simulates our missile systems, from low-level firmware on microcontrollers to high-level integration and testing tools. Youll work alongside experienced embedded, hardware, and flight systems engineers to design, implement, test, and debug real systems in the loop. You wont be writing throwaway code; your contributions will directly support our rapid prototyping and real-world tests.- Torrance, CA
- Full time
- In-house
-
Engineering Manager, Flight Software
As the Software Engineering Manager for Flight Software, you will lead and contribute to the development of flight software for Castelion’s advanced missile systems. This is a hands-on technical leadership role, you’ll architect, review, and write production-quality code while building the team, software infrastructure, and processes needed to deliver certifiable, flight-ready systems. You’ll guide the roadmap from prototype to certified production software, ensuring safety, reliability, and client confidence. Early on, you’ll be deeply involved in software architecture, code reviews and integration; as the program scales, you’ll grow and mentor a team around those foundations.- Torrance, CA
- Full time
- In-house
-
Flight Test Engineer
As a Flight Test Engineer at Castelion, you will be working within the Test Operations and Logistics team to execute a rapid iterative development and test campaign. You will work alongside a test director to plan and execute flight tests, following best practices and processes to document and communicate to internal and external stakeholders. This role is hands-on and collaborative, working closely with engineering design teams to ensure flight tests provide the insight in vehicle performance required to rapidly close on a production design.- Torrance, CA
- Full time
- In-house
-
Head of Government Affairs
The Head of Government Affairs will be responsible for leading Castelion’s engagement with policymakers, regulators, and industry stakeholders across the federal, state, and local levels. This individual will develop and execute strategies to ensure Castelion’s priorities are understood by decision-makers, regulatory hurdles are anticipated and addressed, and the company’s policy environment enables rapid innovation and scaling.- Washington, D.C.
- Full time
- In-house
-
Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM)
The ISSM’s primary function serves as a principal expert and manager on all matters, technical and otherwise, involving the security of information systems under his/her purview. Primary support will be working within Special Access Programs (SAPs) supporting Department of Defense (DoD) agencies, such as HQ Air Force, NAVY, Army, DARPA, etc. The position will provide “day-to-day” support, oversight, and maintenance for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Program (SAP) activities.- Torrance, CA
- Full time
- In-house
-
Inventory and Cost Accounting Manager
The Inventory and Cost Accounting Manager will play a key role in leading, developing, and analyzing inventory and cost-related activities in a dynamic manufacturing environment. This individual will be responsible for ensuring accurate inventory records, maintaining inventory reconciliations, analyzing standard vs. actual costs, and working closely with the production and engineering teams to ensure accurate and timely routing updates. Proficiency in NetSuite Inventory Management, Manufacturo MES, or comparable systems is strongly preferred.- Torrance, CA
- Full time
- In-house
-
Lead Avionics Engineer – Flight Termination System
As the Lead Avionics Engineer specializing in Flight Termination Systems (FTS), you will be responsible for the design, development, testing, and qualification of systems that ensure the safe termination of a flight if it deviates from its planned trajectory. You will work with both hardware and software components, as well as coordinating with various key stakeholders.- Torrance, CA
- Full time
- In-house
-
Materials & Process Engineer
Castelion is growing our Engineering team to support the development of high-performance materials for hypersonic flight. The ideal candidate will have a comprehensive understanding of materials engineering, with a focus on data-driven process development and optimization. In this role you will have the opportunity to work on a wide range of complex and technically challenging tasks including process development for high-temperature composite materials, and characterization and analysis for different material systems in relevant operational environments. This scope includes support to the manufacturing process development for production of high-performance TPS materials and executing material test campaigns to validate new materials and process changes. This role requires strong problem-solving skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across the materials, manufacturing, and vehicle engineering teams.- Torrance, CA
- Full time
- In-house
-
Mission Integration Engineer
As a Mission Integration Engineer, you will be the primary technical liaison between Castelion and our government customers, supporting the integration of advanced weapons systems into operational environments. You will drive the entire lifecycle of weapons programs, from early capability studies through prototype development, test, and operational deployment.- Torrance, CA
- Full time
- In-house
-
Principal Manufacturing Engineer
Castelion is seeking a principal manufacturing engineer to join our Radar development team. In this role, you will own the end-to-end transition from prototype to full-scale production. You will architect and implement manufacturing processes to achieve aggressive production cost, quality, and delivery targets.- Allen, TX
- Full time
- In-house
-
Senior Avionics Systems Integration Engineer
Join Castelion and play a pivotal role in advancing the development of next-generation hypersonic missile systems. As an Avionics Systems Engineer, you’ll be part of a cross-disciplinary team responsible for the seamless integration of avionics systems across design, development, testing, and operations. You’ll directly impact mission-critical systems that shape national defense and peace through deterrence.- Torrance, CA
- Full time
- In-house
-
Senior DevOps Engineer
Castelion is seeking a DevOps Engineer to design, implement, and maintain automated infrastructure, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud-based deployments. The ideal candidate has a strong background in Linux administration, scripting, containerization, and infrastructure automation, along with experience managing Azure cloud services and improving system reliability.- Allen, TX
- Full time
- In-house
-
Senior EHS Engineer
The Senior Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Engineer supports manufacturing, R&D, and test operations in a fast-paced startup environment by serving as the technical authority for hazard identification, risk assessment, and control strategy. This role partners closely with engineering and operations teams to integrate EHS requirements into product design, process development, and day to day operations so that work can be performed safely and efficiently.- Torrance, CA
- Full time
- In-house
-
Senior Flight Software Engineer
As a Senior Flight Software Engineer, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and testing flight software that powers these advanced systems. You’ll work closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-performance, real-time embedded software that operates reliably under extreme conditions.- Torrance, CA
- Full time
- In-house
-
Senior Hardware Design Engineer (PCB)
We are seeking a Senior PCB Design Engineer to lead the design, development, and delivery of smart circuit boards that form the brain of our missile systems. You’ll be responsible for everything from initial architecture through layout, manufacturing, test, and integration. You’ll work closely with electrical, firmware, and mechanical engineers to deliver tightly integrated, high-reliability systems. This role is ideal for someone who has designed and delivered complex smart PCBs – with embedded microcontrollers, high-speed interfaces, and networking components – ideally in constrained or mission-critical environments.- Torrance, CA
- Full time
- In-house
-
Senior IT Cloud and Systems Engineer
We are seeking a highly skilled and security-focused Senior IT Systems Administrator to join our team. In this role, you will be expected to be a leader in the design, implementation, maintenance, and security of critical IT infrastructure in compliance with DoD and industry standards. We want to give you the autonomy you need to shine and show what you’ve got! Ideally, youll thrive as someone who is able to handle senior level systems projects end-to-end with minimal oversight, while still delivering high quality work!- Torrance, CA
- Full time
- In-house
-
Senior Manufacturing Engineer – Machining
A a Senior Manufacturing Engineer – Machining, you will lead the rapid expansion of Castelion’s in-house machining capabilities, enabling our mission to fly early and often. This role is critical to our ability to quickly iterate, test, and deliver hardware. You’ll be responsible for standing up infrastructure, processes, and tools that accelerate prototype part delivery – minimizing the time from design release to parts in hand. Beyond rapid prototyping, you’ll also define best practices for design for manufacturability (DFM) of machined components and contribute to the long-term machining strategy for both prototyping and production environments.- Torrance, CA
- Full time
- In-house
-
Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
Castelion is seeking a high output Senior Mechanical Design Engineer with a full stack, Responsible Engineer mindset and experience shipping flight hardware. This person will be responsible for critical flight structures and mechanism design and build efforts for Castelions hypersonic vehicles. The Senior Mechanical Engineer will work closely with a fast-moving team of peers and engineering leadership to ensure mission-critical hardware is delivered on time and meets demanding technical performance. A successful candidate will have significant experience delivering high-performance, mass-constrained hardware in a rapid development environment.- Torrance, CA
- Full time
- In-house
-
Senior Navigation and State Estimation Engineer
We are seeking a Senior Navigation and State Estimation Engineer to lead the development of advanced navigation solutions for next-generation hypersonic missile systems on the GNC team. In this senior GNC role, you will serve as a technical authority on inertial navigation, guiding architectural decisions and ensuring robust performance in extreme, high-dynamic environments. You will shape system-level strategy, and drive algorithm maturity from concept through to production.- Torrance, CA
- Full time
- In-house
-
Senior Propulsion Engineer
The Senior Propulsion Engineer’s primary responsibility is the design of solid rocket motor primary and secondary structures, along with propulsion components, with an emphasis on schedule, affordability and scale.- Torrance, CA
- Full time
- In-house
-
Senior Simulation Software Engineer, GNC
We’re looking for a GNC Simulation Software Engineer to design, develop, and maintain high-fidelity simulation software supporting missile guidance, navigation, and control (GNC) development. In this role, you’ll work closely with GNC algorithm developers, flight software engineers, and test teams to create fast, accurate, and robust simulations that drive system architecture decisions, performance assessments, and mission success.- Torrance, CA
- Full time
- In-house
-
Site EHS Lead
The Site EHS Lead will serve as the primary Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) expert for the Rio Rancho, New Mexico facility, which will support solid rocket motor manufacturing, integration, and test activities. This role will have full ownership of site-level EHS operations and will play a critical role in facility startup, commissioning, and ramp-up to steady-state operations in a fast-paced, high-hazard manufacturing environment.- Torrance, CA
- Full time
- In-house
-
Software Engineer – Platform Integration
Castelion is seeking a Software Engineer Platform Integration to develop embedded and integration-layer software that enables Castelion’s hypersonic weapon systems to interface with a variety of airborne and ground-based launch platforms. This includes implementing Universal Armament Interface (UAI) protocols for tactical aircraft and supporting Fire Control System (FCS) integration for ground-based launchers. You will contribute to the full lifecycle of integration, from protocol implementation and system communication to simulation, testing, and mission deployment. The ideal candidate is a generalist with strong software fundamentals, experience working across embedded and systems layers, and a drive to build real-world, high-performance systems.- Torrance, CA
- Full time
- In-house
-
Sourcing Specialist
As a Sourcing Specialist, you will be integral in working with the cross-functional groups defining, designing, building, and testing Castelion vehicle and missile subsystems. This role requires an established supply chain professional with breadth to engage new suppliers and program sourcing strategies to align with short term development schedules and long term sourcing focus for low cost, sustainable supply chain plans. We seek intelligent, collaborative, and driven leaders who are passionate about problem-solving and eager to lay the groundwork for a team to contribute to an extraordinary mission. If you thrive in challenging environments and are excited by the prospect of making a tangible impact, we want to hear from you.- Torrance, CA
- Full time
- In-house
-
Spring 2026 Engineering Internship
Castelion is seeking motivated and talented engineering interns for Spring 2026. This internship offers a dynamic, hands-on experience working on cutting-edge missile systems, including SW, guidance, navigation and control (GNC), propulsion, power electronics, manufacturing, mechanical/structures, avionics, system integration, etc. You will contribute directly to the development, testing, and integration of advanced defense systems, while working in a highly collaborative startup environment.- Torrance, CA
- Full time
- In-house
-
Staff Materials & Process Engineer, Metals
We are seeking an experienced materials & process engineer to join our team as the recognized authority for all metallic materials. This person will be driving material and associated process selection for flight hardware, leading supplier qualification efforts, and defining inspection protocols to ensure performance, reliability, and manufacturability goals are met. The successful candidate will have a strong foundation in metallurgy, materials characterization, failure analysis, and corrosion science, combined with a comprehensive knowledge of metal manufacturing processes. They should also have demonstrated experience taking a metallic material system from early-stage development through full qualification and certification for flight hardware.- Torrance, CA
- Full time
- In-house
-
Summer 2026 Engineering Internship
Castelion is seeking motivated and talented engineering interns for Summer 2026. This internship offers a dynamic, hands-on experience working on cutting-edge missile systems, including SW, guidance, navigation and control (GNC), propulsion, power electronics, manufacturing, mechanical/structures, avionics, system integration, etc. You will contribute directly to the development, testing, and integration of advanced defense systems, while working in a highly collaborative startup environment.- Torrance, CA
- Full time
- In-house
-
Systems Integration & Test Engineer – Avionics & Flight Hardware
We are looking for a Senior Avionics Test Engineer to own the validation and performance characterization of our control actuation systems the critical interface between control commands and physical motion on our flight vehicles. You will lead the development of rigorous test infrastructure, design and execute test campaigns, and help define the performance envelope of every actuator that flies.- Torrance, CA
- Full time
- In-house
-
Technical Recruiter
As a Technical Recruiter at Castelion, you will be a strategic partner to our hiring managers, driving the end-to-end recruitment process for technical roles. You’ll play a key role in identifying, engaging, and closing top-tier engineering and operations talent that aligns with our mission.- Torrance, CA
- Full time
- In-house
-
Weapons Integration Engineer
As a Weapons Integration Engineer you will be part of the team that ensures Castelion weapon systems integrate seamlessly with ground launchers, tactical/multi-role aircraft, and future systems. You will own platform integration efforts from early concept and capability studies through prototype development, test, and operational deployment – collaborating with propulsion, avionics, GNC, software, flight test, and manufacturing teams to deliver mission-ready solutions.- Torrance, CA
- Full time
- In-house
Castelion News
February 27, 2026
Castelion Awarded $49.9M Navy Contract to Advance Blackbeard Hypersonic Strike Weapon
Castelion announced today that the U.S. Navy awarded $49,998,005 to advance Blackbeard from prototype to integrated, early operational capability. Work will be performed in Torrance, California and is expected to be completed in November 2027. The Blackbeard contract award supports the U.S. Navy’s strategy to pursue new approaches to quickly move capability to the Fleet while maintaining operational rigor.
Blackbeard, Castelion’s first product, is engineered for mass production and rapid fielding from inception. The system leverages vertically integrated propulsion and guidance subsystems to achieve performance at a fraction of the cost of legacy weapons, supporting the Department of War’s objective of building credible, nonnuclear deterrent capacity at scale.
January 21, 2026
Castelion Breaks Ground on Project Ranger, Advancing Scaled Hypersonic Manufacturing in New Mexico
Castelion today announced the launch of Project Ranger, a 1,000-acre hypersonic manufacturing campus in Sandoval County, designed to support high-cadence production of hypersonic strike systems. This new 1,000-acre manufacturing campus will invest more than $220 million, create 300+ high-paying jobs, and generate over $650 million in economic impact for New Mexico.
December 05, 2025
Castelion Closes $350 Million Series B to Mass Produce U.S. Hypersonic Weapons
Castelion, a cutting-edge defense technology company working to restore America’s conventional deterrence capability, announced today it raised $350 million in Series B financing, positioning the company to directly advance a top Pentagon modernization priority: hypersonic munitions production at scale.
The Series B round was led by Altimeter Capital and Lightspeed Venture Partners, with participation from Lavrock Ventures, Andreessen Horowitz, General Catalyst, First In, Space VC, Cantos, BlueYard, Avenir, Champion Hill, and Interlagos.
November 17, 2025
Castelion Announces Project Ranger, New Mexico’s Newest Hypersonic Manufacturing Campus
Castelion announced today that it selected Sandoval County, New Mexico, as the site for Project Ranger, a 1000-acre solid rocket motor manufacturing campus dedicated to next-generation hypersonic systems. The initiative is projected to create 300 high-quality jobs and generate over $650 million in economic output over the next decade.
Castelion plans to invest more than $100 million in Project Ranger’s development, with additional capital to follow. Project Ranger will produce solid rocket motors, conduct static tests, and assemble components to produce finished rounds, reinforcing New Mexico’s position at the forefront of defense innovation.