Control Systems Engineer jobs at The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory - 31 jobs

Are you looking for exciting opportunities to develop, analyze, and model state of the art concepts in missile defense? Do you love working in an exciting and collaborative environment to tackle challenging technical problems? Do you want to have a meaningful impact on the world around you and contribute to solving critical challenges that face the country? If so, we 're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL. We are seeking a hardworking engineer/mathematician (or equivalent background) to help us develop the next generation of solutions to our nation's most challenging air and missile defense problems. As the threats to our defenses grow, we need creative thinkers and leaders that will push the boundaries of capability to ensure we stay ahead of these threats by thinking outside the box, taking risks, and collaborating across a team of engineers. As a Missile Defense Systems Modeling and Analysis Engineer... * Your primary responsibility will be contributing to the development and assessment of Missile Defense systems. * You will model, analyze, and lead perform assessments of fielded systems and find opportunities for improvement, propose and develop innovative concepts/algorithms to improve capabilties, and conduct analysis to assess potential future systems performance. * You will develop presentations to effectively communicate technical recommendations to APL leadership, government sponsors, and the engineering community. * You will contribute to a dynamic group culture to uphold core values through participation in collaborative teams and activities, as well as a dedication to continual improvement, innovation and risk-taking, and developing high quality products. Qualifications You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you... * Have a Bachelor's in electrical engineering, physics, mathematics, or equivalent degree * Have at least 1+ years of experience in a professional engineering setting with Department of Defense focus * Have proficiency using MATLAB to conduct modeling and simulation, perform analysis, and create vizualizations in a professional setting * Excel in a multi-disciplinary team environment * Are an effective communicator with excellent written and verbal skills * Are able to obtain an Interim Secret security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Top Secret level security clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship. You 'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you... * Have specific domain knowledge of Missile Defense Agency, Navy, Army, or Space Force systems, sensors, battle managers, and kinetic and non-kinetic capabilities * Have proven experience in leading complex, multi-disciplinary analyses * Have profiency using version control software to develop MATLAB simulations in a team environment * Have proficiency using MATLAB to develop even-driven simulations using object-oriented programming capabilities * Have a Top Secret or higher clearance #LI-KW1 About Us Why Work at APL? The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates. At APL, we celebrate our differences of perspectives and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL's campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at ****************************** All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Minimum Rate $85,000 Annually Maximum Rate $195,000 Annually

Reporting to the Energy and Engineering Manager, we are seeking an Electrical Engineer who will execute electrical engineering efforts for the Facilities Management team. This will involve supporting efforts to develop electrical systems (power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, lightning protection, renewable energy, etc.) design and construction standards, supporting design and construction projects from scoping through project closeout and supporting building maintenance and operations tasks. All tasks will be performed with a focus on maintaining long term efficient/effective operations of building systems in compliance with local codes, industry standards, and university commitments to sustainability. Specific Duties & Responsibilities Provide guidance allowing for building electrification in accordance with university sustainability commitments which emphasize the phase-out of on-campus fossil fuel. Work with maintenance teams to manage electrical system upgrades, troubleshooting, and reliability improvements. Work with maintenance teams to develop preventive maintenance processes for electrical systems. Assist maintenance teams in the documentation and management of the building fire alarm system to ensure safe, code-compliant, reliable, and maintainable systems are in place. Oversee the management of existing power monitoring systems to be utilized as an energy management and maintenance tool. Plan upgrades to utility power meters allowing for enhanced power consumption data collection and analysis. Support Existing Building Commissioning activities and help to expand the program to include electrical systems. Assist in the development of BSPH design and construction standards related to the building's electrical systems. Assist campus Architect in the development of BSPH lighting standards for all space types. Assist in the development of a Facilities Management training program to keep staff up to date on electric system topics. Assist in the development of project requests for proposals (RFPs) and other scoping documents. Review and comment on design documents provided by consultants. Review and respond to construction phase submittals and requests for information (RFIs). Assist with the identification and development of energy conservation measures (ECMs). Assist in the development/management of an electrical system building digital twin. Assist with the evaluation of power distribution systems in support of equipment relocation requests, maintenance activities, and master planning. Identify, plan, and implement sustainability strategies (energy, decarbonization, occupant wellbeing, etc.) related to electric systems such as lighting upgrades, replacement of aging/inefficient power distribution equipment, investigation into alternative backup power strategies, renewable energy projects, etc. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering field. Five years' related experience in building MEP systems engineering and design work. Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond HS diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula. Preferred Qualifications Professional Engineer license in the State of Maryland or a state with reciprocity preferred. Seven years related experience in building MEP systems engineering and design work. Experience must include Lighting and Fire Alarm design. LEED Accreditation. National Council on Qualifications for Lighting Professionals - Lighting Certified (LC). Experience designing or working with power monitoring systems such as the Schneider Electric EcoStruxure Power Monitoring Expert (PME) system. Experience with Autodesk Revit software. Special Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Ability to foster a collaborative, inclusive, collegial, and consensus-building relationship with colleagues based on competence, trust, and respect. Superior written and oral communication skills, including the ability to present complex material in a useful and understandable fashion to diverse audiences. Strategic thinker with proven analytical and organizational skills. Commitment to the mission of the school, customer service, and best practices in planning, design, and construction. Knowledge of building codes and ability to review documents for compliance. Knowledge of NEC and NFPA codes and ability to review documents for compliance. Knowledge of power monitoring systems, power metering, and other power distribution components. Knowledge of sustainability standards including LEED, WELL, and others. Experience designing and/or reviewing the designs of power distribution, lighting/lighting controls, fire alarms, lightning protection, fire alarms, and renewable energy systems. Experience reviewing construction submittals, responding to contractor RFIs, and conducting project punch list surveys. Ability to build comprehensive reports for data within spreadsheet and database systems. Ability to produce accurate, timely delivery of complex materials. Flexibility to work with last-minute changes. Ability to prioritize tasks. Classified Title: Electrical Engineer Job Posting Title (Working Title):Electrical Engineer (Facilities Management) Role/Level/Range: ATP/04/PF Starting Salary Range: $85,500 - $149,800 Annually (Commensurate w/exp.) Employee group: Full Time Schedule: Monday to Friday: 8:30am - 5:00pm FLSA Status:Exempt Location:Hybrid: On-site 3-4 days a week Department name: 10001054-Maintenance Personnel area: School of Public Health Total Rewards The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University's salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: benefits-worklife/. Education and Experience Equivalency Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job. Applicants Completing Studies Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date. Background Checks The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function. Diversity and Inclusion The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion. Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EEOis the Law Accommodation Information If you are interested in applying for employment with The Johns Hopkins University and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the Talent Acquisition Office at . For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711. For more information about workplace accommodations or accessibility at Johns Hopkins University, please visit . Vaccine Requirements Johns Hopkins University requires all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine. Exceptions to the flu vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons. Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry. The following additional provisions may apply, depending upon campus. Your recruiter will advise accordingly. The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.

The Advanced Research Computing at Hopkins (ARCH) group is seeking a highly qualified and motivated HPC Systems Engineer to join the systems team. This system (ROCKFISH), with over 45,000 cores and several petabytes of storage, serves the HPC and data intensive science needs of researchers at Johns Hopkins University. The Systems Engineer contributes to the strategic planning, design, testing, organization and implementation of cutting-edge technology projects for the facility. The systems team is responsible for the day-to-day administration of HPC clusters, High Performance storage systems, backups, networking, security and any other services related to the operation of a large HPC center. The successful candidate will have experience in similar roles in high performance computing (HPC) labs or university settings. Specific Duties & Responsibilities 70% Systems Engineering, Administration, Security, and Oversight Work with Sr staff to design, organize, plan, test and implement cutting-edge hardware designs for an HPC environment. Extensively document systems processes so that users can easily find useful information and other IT staff can perform routine tasks and provide backup. Provides stable solutions for HPC resources. Maintain job scheduling and storage allocation systems and policies to ensure fair allocation of shared resources. Maintain extensive monitoring systems to facilitate quick, proactive responses to routine failures, and to provide comprehensive performance data logging. Provide general system administration backup and escalation for other staff. Assist with facilities-related issues that directly affect MARCC Ensure resources meet the community's needs and are highly available to the group with limited interruption. Manage inventory of resources in coordination with respective vendors. Automate user account creation, management, and purging. Contribute to planning sessions on network and security issues for MARCC. Work closely with the central networking group. Implement network configuration and security measures to assure effective utilization of resources. Understand HPC technical needs. Work closely with the facility's director and oversight groups to successfully implement policies and procedures. Create and maintain a stable, secure operating system and software environment, which continues to meet users' evolving research needs. Implement and maintain secure measures to protect data subject to restrictions. Manage data access restrictions on a per user and group basis. Implement and maintain monitoring measures for data and system access. Other Systems Tasks as assigned by supervisor. 20% Technological Research Offer technical advice on new projects that directly involve HPC computing at Hopkins. Develop custom tools where necessary and contribute useful creations back to open-source development efforts where appropriate. Implement and test new technologies that could be beneficial to HPC. 10% Training/Education Continuously evaluate new tools and technologies for use in existing and future clusters. Attending department and University-sponsored training to increase knowledge, improve skills, and learn new skills. May substitute University training for supervisor approved commercial job-related course offerings. Special Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Proven experience deploying large-complex scale projects. Proven experience across multiple technologies with background in applications, databases, middleware, etc. In-depth knowledge of the design and organization of cutting-edge technology in HPC environments. In-depth understanding of HPC Cluster hardware and management software. Understanding of massive high performance parallel storage and methodologies. Expert knowledge of Unix/Linux systems administration, including all aspects of management, monitoring, performance analysis, and integration in potentially complex heterogeneous environments. Knowledge of networking, high speed interconnects, and network security principles in an HPC environment. Use of configuration management tools (e.g. Bright, xCAT, puppet, IPMI, ROCKS) to help maintain large-scale Linux clusters, supercomputers, storage systems, and smaller systems. The ability to interact with peer institutions to support HPC directives effectively, furthering the goals of the MARCC facility. Understand, implement, troubleshoot, and support job scheduling, resource management and workload management systems, including diagnosis of failed jobs, implementation of policies, and investigations of new features and services. Understand and support hierarchical file system infrastructure, software and services, including high performance parallel storage, backup systems, and robotic tape libraries. Develop reports and customize tools that automate the monitoring process of critical systems and alert team of issues automatically. Evaluate, implement and manage appropriate high level complex software and hardware solutions by using best practices for the environment to ensure system integrity. Install and configure infrastructure applications by following the industry's best practices to deliver effective solutions. Maintain an effective schedule for systems backups and archive operations for mission critical systems. Audit and maintain user access, authorization and authentication. Generate periodic reports on resource utilization. Maintain resource inventory using best practice applications. Advanced knowledge of Linux, Apache, SQL, PHP/Python/Perl (LAMP) technology/toolkits. Ability to handle high priority escalations whenever necessary Ability to multitask while managing time and priorities Troubleshoot and solve difficult system issues as they arise. Must be adaptable and able to meet conflicting deadlines. Exceptional organizational skills. Maintain effective and thorough documentation of all configuration and tasks performed. Ability to automate systems administration tasks wherever possible. Excellent oral and written interpersonal skills. Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position. Keep up to date on emerging technologies. Research, recommend, and implement new technologies based on their value to the research facility. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Excellent customer service skills. Excellent communication skills Must demonstrate strong critical thinking and analytical reasoning. Internal and External Contacts This position will interact with an array of departmental and central administrative offices, faculty, staff, researchers, and students, and with numerous external constituents (i.e. other college administrators and faculty, private businesses, industry partners, officials of federal and local agencies and research foundations) for the purpose of accomplishing HPC technology goals. This includes providing instruction on protocol, regulations and guidelines pertinent to the agency and/or University. Works routinely with JHU and UMCP faculty, administrators, students, and researchers. Collaborates regularly with professional colleagues from the central IT@JH organization, and from other academic departments. Collaborates regularly with colleagues in industry and at other peer institutions. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree. Five years related experience. Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula. Preferred Qualifications Seven (7) years experience managing Linux servers, with direct experience managing HPC clusters. Experience as a high-level Linux system administrator. Experience managing mission critical services. Familiarity with configuration of the HPC software stack, including MPI, OpenMP, Intel, and GNU compilers, Math libraries. Experience with open-source software compilation. In-depth knowledge of TCP/IP networking and related protocols, InfiniBand, etc. Experience with scientific application management packages like pymodules, modules. Excellent scripting skills, python, perl, shell. Programming skills in C, C++, or scientific language, desired but not required Experience with MySQL or Mariadb database programming, desired but not required. Expert level knowledge of configuration management and monitoring tools (puppet, nagios, etc). Experience configuring resource manager applications (like SLURM). Experience with Apache administration. Knowledge of scientific software applications in academic supercomputing environments. Familiarity or experience with data subject to restrictions, desired but not required. Classified Title: Systems Engineer Job Posting Title (Working Title):HPC Systems Engineer (Advanced Research Computing) Role/Level/Range: ATP/04/PE Starting Salary Range: $73,300 - $128,300 Annually (Commensurate w/exp.) Employee group: Full Time Schedule: 37.5 hrs/wk, M-F FLSA Status:Exempt Location:Hybrid/Homewood Campus Department name: IT@JH Research Computing Personnel area: University Administration Total Rewards The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University's salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: benefits-worklife/. Education and Experience Equivalency Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job. Applicants Completing Studies Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date. Background Checks The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function. Diversity and Inclusion The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion. Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EEOis the Law Accommodation Information If you are interested in applying for employment with The Johns Hopkins University and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the Talent Acquisition Office at . For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711. For more information about workplace accommodations or accessibility at Johns Hopkins University, please visit . Vaccine Requirements Johns Hopkins University requires all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine. Exceptions to the flu vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons. Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry. The following additional provisions may apply, depending upon campus. Your recruiter will advise accordingly. The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.

IT@JH Enterprise Directory and Messaging is seeking a Systems Engineer who will support Johns Hopkins University and Medicine for all affiliations, including faculty, staff, students, and administrative departments. The role requires in-depth knowledge of various email technologies such as the JH Email Gateway (Cisco IronPorts), Listserv (Sympa), and Microsoft Exchange, which are hosted on Windows and Linux-based systems. Job Scope/Complexity Develop solutions based on extensive technical knowledge, skills and experience; influence clients towards innovative/integrated solutions. Responsible for full life cycle of medium to large sized complex projects; strong technical skills; strong ability to understand complex business processes. Complex and large projects typically are applications/systems with 501-3000 concurrent users requiring uptime commensurate with Clinical, Business critical, Education critical or Enterprise systems. Impacts of outages will cause major disruption such as implementation of downtime procedures, major disruption of business operations, and/or cascades to more than 7 systems/applications. Disruptions are without obvious or simple workarounds. Build and maintain client relationships through positive interactions. May help lower-level positions. Project scope can span an entire department, division, or enterprise-wide level. For enterprise-wide level typical projects impact the broader customer base of Johns Hopkins and its most mission critical systems. Projects often require interaction with various departments and teams both within and outside the department. Work is complex. Specific Duties & Responsibilities Systems Analysis/Design (Environment/Platform) Design complex business, clinical, education, or infrastructure solutions by meeting with customers to observe and understand current processes and the issue related to those processes. Provide written documentation and diagrams of findings to share with the client and other IT colleagues. Design complex solutions that conform to institutional policies, standards, and guidelines, and infrastructure environment and to vendor and industry best practices to deliver a quality product. Select infrastructure applications that reside between end user applications and hardware operating systems by working with vendors, customers, and other sources (i.e., opensource or Internet2 initiatives) to provide configurable tools to the customers. Develop new methods to improve service processes, performance, and functionality by examining existing systems management tools and processes. Research, recommend, and implement new technologies based on the value to the institutions. Works with vendor processes and products to improve the quality and fit for the institutions. Typically establishes product mastery and demonstrates initiative for improvements. Install & Configure Install and configure complex server hardware and operating systems by following technical documentation to provide a working product. Evaluate, implement, and manage appropriate complex software and hardware solutions by using best practices for the environment to ensure system integrity. Install and configure infrastructure applications by following product installation and configuration directions and industry best practices to deliver a solution to the customers. Implement a schedule of system backups and archive operations by using best practices for the environment to ensure data/media recoverability. Maintain & Troubleshoot Provide complex server level administration (manage HW/SW, maintenance, upgrades and patches, account maintenance, backups and recoveries and assist users) by following documented procedures to ensure a stable environment. Monitor and tune the system by following documentation and procedures to achieve optimum performance levels. Develop complex scripts and solutions by using departmental standards to automate systems management. Perform complex system software upgrades including planning and scheduling, testing, and coordination by following documentation and departmental standards to provide a stable product for the environment. Design and/or integrate security authorization and access control. Audit and maintain user access and authorization by following access and authorization documentation to provide for system security. Generate and maintain complex periodic and ongoing system specific reports by using appropriate tools to assess system performance, integrity and capacity in order to deliver a stable environment to the users. Follow and maintain IT security awareness and best practices by understanding security principles as they pertain to environments supported in order to deliver secure solutions to customers. Utilize system management and monitoring tools and incident tracking systems by following documentation and standards to detect incidents, take corrective actions, and determine root cause. Monitor changes and resolve any incidents by responding to problems as they occur, by reviewing all processing and output of the newly implemented solution, and by proactively ensuring the solution works successfully to satisfy the customer requirements and to provide a smooth transition to the new solution. Project Collaboration & Lifecycle Participation Implement changes while adhering to the change management policies and procedures in order to deliver a successful solution to the customer. Communicate to all parties the nature, significance, and risk factors. With assistance of the project team, develop RFPs from requirements gathered by following institutional and purchasing guidelines in order to present well documented requirements to potential vendors for proposed solutions. Evaluate vendor proposals by reviewing requirements for the product to select the most appropriate vendor. Assist vendors, consultants, and inside Enterprise groups in developing applications by meeting with the team on a regular basis to deliver quality products to customers. Participate in scheduled project team meetings by attending all meetings to provide input to the project team. Author and maintain documentation by writing audience-appropriate materials to serve as technical and/or end user reference. Develop test scenarios appropriate to changes being implemented by following testing guidelines to ensure all delivered solutions work as expected and errors are handled in a meaningful way. Test all changes by using the appropriate test scenarios to ensure all delivered solutions work as expected and errors are handled in a meaningful way. May participate in Institutional and Departmental committees and initiatives. In addition to the duties described above Leading and supporting email-related projects like migrations, upgrades, and integrations, as well as developing documentation, diagrams, SOPs, and training materials for junior staff and other teams. Provides input for internal roadmap planning and infrastructure decisions, working independently while overseeing all operations of projects and initiatives. Although mainly project-based, the role also involves some support to ticket assignments. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree. Four years related experience. Additional education may substitute for required experience, and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula. Preferred Qualifications Technical Skills and Expected Level of Proficiency Automation - Advanced Cloud Migration - Advanced Directory Services - Advanced Operating Software - Advanced Scripting - Advanced Software Development Life Cycle - Advanced Systems Analysis - Advanced Systems Configuration - Advanced Systems Design - Advanced Systems Development: - Advanced Systems Engineering - Advanced Systems Integration - Advanced Classified Title: Systems Engineer Role/Level/Range: ATP/04/PE Starting Salary Range: $73,300 - $128,300 Annually (Commensurate w/exp.) Employee group: Full Time Schedule: Mon-Fri 8:30am-5:00pm FLSA Status:Exempt Location: Remote Department name: IT@JH Enterprise Directory and Messaging Personnel area: University Administration Total Rewards The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University's salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: benefits-worklife/. Education and Experience Equivalency Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job. Applicants Completing Studies Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date. Background Checks The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function. Diversity and Inclusion The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion. Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EEOis the Law Accommodation Information If you are interested in applying for employment with The Johns Hopkins University and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the Talent Acquisition Office at . For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711. For more information about workplace accommodations or accessibility at Johns Hopkins University, please visit . Vaccine Requirements Johns Hopkins University requires all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine. Exceptions to the flu vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons. Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry. The following additional provisions may apply, depending upon campus. Your recruiter will advise accordingly. The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.

Are you interested in playing a critical role in fielding next-generation Navy Radar/EO/IR and Electronic Warfare systems and land-based sensor networks? Do you enjoy working in a creative environment with a team of highly motivated radar engineers? If so, we are looking for someone like you to join our team at APL. We are seeking Radar System Engineers to help field the next generation of Advanced Surface Navy sensors and Land-based Cruise Missile Defense sensor networks. You will work in a teamed environment to analyze live tactical sensor data; identify and solve problems that impact mission requirements; compare to physics-based simulations that provide unprecedented realism and new levels of understanding of system performance in operationally realistic environments in the presence of the world's most challenging threats. As a Radar System Engineer, you will... * Creatively apply your technical skills to identify and solve problems. * Collaborate with teams of other sensor engineers, software developers, combat system engineers, and physicists. * Invent, explore, and use modeling and simulation (M&S) capabilities, data analysis tools, and machine learning algorithms. * Apply signal and data processing tools, including machine learning, to large data sets to develop novel algorithms. * Investigate and address problems due to emergent phenomenology. Qualifications You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you have... * A BS in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or equivalent technical discipline with some sensor systems engineering experience. * Strong understanding of radars and/or physics-based phenomena affecting radar or communications systems. * Good interpersonal and communication skills. * Willingness to travel up to 5% of the time as needed. * Ability to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Secret level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship. You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you... * Have an MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or equivalent technical discipline and 3+ years of relevant experience. * Experience with advanced DoD sensors and combat systems, particularly in the areas described above. * Have experience leading technical teams. #LI-KW1 About Us Why Work at APL? The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates. At APL, we celebrate our differences of perspectives and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL's campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at ****************************** All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Minimum Rate $85,000 Annually Maximum Rate $195,000 Annually

Are you enthusiastic about utilizing your analytical and technical skills to design and assess advanced weapon systems that support military warfare initiatives? Are you a systems thinker with experience in systems engineering who is eager to make a significant impact on critical national defense programs? Do you enjoy engaging with and enhancing intricate weapon systems? If so, we believe this opportunity may be for you and we think you should apply to join our team at APL. We are seeking a highly motivated early career System Engineer for the development and evaluation of next generation solutions to our nation's premier precision strike system. We need creative and innovative thinkers that will push the boundaries through creativity, and collaboration across a team of engineers to develop enabling technologies for advanced weapon systems. As a Systems Engineer you will... * Perform systems level technical analysis, trade studies, and analysis of alternatives * Participate in engineering team meetings and overall technical development efforts * Support the government sponsor in systems engineering activities such as developing requirements, identifying trade studies, developing interface control documents, developing system architectures, and assessing risks * Develop formal communication through systems engineering documents, reports and present results to senior level government sponsors Qualifications You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you... * Have a B.S. degree in Operations Research/Applied Mathematics, Engineering, Physical Science or related field * Have 1+ years of professional experience related to weapon system development * Have experience in early concept development, performance analysis, systems integration, or requirements engineering activities for complex systems * Have experience developing and customizing system modeling using UML/SysML and associated software * Have strong interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills and ability to interact with sponsor representatives * Have experience in system engineering principles and practices * Are willing and able to travel periodically to Government and contractor sites within the continental U.S. * Are able to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Top Secret clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you... * Have a Master's degree in Operations Research/Applied Mathematics, Engineering, Physical Science or related field * Have 5+ years of professional experience related to military strike system * Have direct experience applying aspects of MBSE in support of system development * Have knowledge of DoD Planning, Programming and Budgeting, Acquisition Process/Lifecycle, Research and Development * Have experience in weapon control systems, U.S. Navy surface combatants/submarines, Tomahawk or other strike warfare systems * Have familiarity with software virtualization and computing infrastructure * Have demonstrated ability to interface effectively with government sponsors * Can obtain Top Secret clearance or hold an active Top-Secret clearance or above #LI-AG1 About Us Why Work at APL? The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates. At APL, we celebrate our differences of perspectives and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL's campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at ****************************** All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Minimum Rate $85,000 Annually Maximum Rate $195,000 Annually

Are you interested in developing advanced radar systems to make an impact on our nation's defense? Do you want to be part of an enthusiastic team dedicated to advancing the state of the art in radar systems? How about contributing to the design and test algorithms for defense against missiles, including but not limited to Hypersonics? If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL! We are seeking a creative and highly motivated problem solver to help us develop and analyze advanced radar systems within the Air and Missile Defense Sector, the Sensor Systems Engineering Group (A2B). You will work with other APL engineers as well as outside prime contractors and government sponsors. You will engage with a hardworking and enterprising team of scientists and engineers working to develop high-impact solutions for the Nation's defense. We are committed to excellence and strive to cultivate an environment of collaboration, coordination, creativity, and initiative. We value earnest communication, technical effort, and positive mindsets. Be part of a team of talented engineers tackling national security challenges! As a Radar Systems Engineer, you will... * Conduct analysis of radar systems utilizing existing high fidelity radar system to understand capabilities and limitations of systems under highly variable operational conditions * Research and develop realizable solutions to gaps and opportunities identified through modeling, simulation, and analysis * Provide insightful documentation on analysis findings and new concepts * Interact with sponsors to understand program priorities, share analysis results, and introduce new concepts * Participate in design reviews, technical interchanges, working groups, and program status meetings, either as a presenter or as a reviewer * Participate in meetings and collaborations at Navy and vendor locations * Have the opportunity to develop and propose ideas for APL Internal Research and Development funding Qualifications You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you... * Have a Bachelor of Science degree in Physics, Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related technical field * Have at least 1-year of experience in Aerospace, Hypersonics, Radar, or RF systems * Have familiarity with Python, MATLAB, MATLAB Toolboxes, and Microsoft Office products * Possess excellent interpersonal skills and be able to effectively interact with sponsors, management, and working group team members in a fast-paced environment * Are able to obtain an Interim Secret, clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Secret level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship. You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you... * Have an M.S. in the fields listed above * Have 2+ years experience in Aerospace, Hypersonics, Radar or RF systems * Can manage and manipulate large data sets and utilize various machine learning techniques * Have experience scripting and coding in a variety of languages, applying signal processing, ML, stochastic processes, AI, or related subject areas to algorithm development for radar domain problems for phased arrays, dense mediums, digital radar, multi-static radar * Current Secret clearance with an ability to obtain higher-level clearances About Us Why Work at APL? The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates. At APL, we celebrate our differences of perspectives and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL's campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at ****************************** All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Minimum Rate $85,000 Annually Maximum Rate $195,000 Annually

Have you considered the military, intelligence, and civilian capabilities that are possible with the proliferation of low-cost sensing, computing, and control technologies? Are you interested in developing, defending, and defeating systems of these technologies to solve real-world challenges? If you're excited to work in the field of Cyber-Physical Systems, our team is excited to talk! We are seeking Cyber-Physical Systems Engineers to help us deliver and contend with emerging intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, and targeting (ISR&T) capabilities. Wait… what in the world is a Cyber-Physical System (CPS)? There are lots of examples of CPS, but we are concerned with devices that autonomously sense, process information, and interact with the physical world. Our teams build CPS prototypes that use these capabilities to provide exquisite situational awareness to users in the defense, security, and health sectors. We employ a wide range of ground breaking technologies from machine learning to autonomous platforms to power our solutions. Meanwhile, we also help our sponsors understand and counter the threats posed by the proliferation of CPS technology being employed by our adversaries. As a member of our team, you will... * Support and lead the development of CPS systems that range from tiny autonomous sensors to entire "smart" environments * Evaluate CPS systems to assess their capabilities/limitations in light of real-world applications * Conceive and implement novel methods to strengthen or impair the functionality of existing and emerging CPS * Propose and defend groundbreaking concepts involving the application, defense, and/or defeat of CPS * Explore opportunities to translate findings into white papers, proposals, and presentations/publications Qualifications You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you... * Graduating with a bachelor's or master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Robotics or Mechatronics * Proficient in software development using Python, C, and/or C++ for Windows and Linux operating systems * Have strong communication and interpersonal skills. * Are able to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a TS/SCI level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship. You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you are knowledgeable in one or more of the following... * Applications of sensing technology such as 2D/3D cameras, LIDAR, RADAR, microphones, passive infrared (PIR) sensors, etc. * Software development for low-power, edge computing devices, such as Raspberry Pi, ODROID, and/or NVIDIA Jetson platforms * Software development for embedded devices, such as Arduino, ESP32, and/or Nordic nRF platforms * Machine learning for detection, classification, and identification tasks using common frameworks such as TensorFlow, Pytorch, and/or MXNet * Low-power, wireless messaging protocols such as Zigbee, Z-Wave, Bluetooth, BLE, and/or LoRaWAN * Geolocating and mapping techniques with and without GPS information, including vision-based techniques (SLAM) * Autonomous vehicle guidance and control algorithms and software * Development and integration of systems using the Robot Operating System (ROS) * Mechanical component and system design, including mechanical CAD tools such as SolidWorks or Creo * Digital and analog circuit design and board layout, including electronic CAD tools such as Altium About Us Why Work at APL? The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates. At APL, we celebrate our differences of perspectives and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL's campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at ****************************** All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Minimum Rate $85,000 Annually Maximum Rate $165,000 Annually

Do you have experience solving real world problems related to wireless communications? Are you searching for meaningful work to solve crucial communications challenges for the special operations and intelligence communities? If so, we want you to join our team of comms engineers working on a broad set of evolving problems. We are seeking a dedicated engineer to join a hardworking team that loves solving problems and building capabilities that may transition to operational prototypes. Our team is committed to the mission and passionate about developing capabilities for specialized wireless systems! As a Wireless Communications Algorithm Engineer, you will... * Research new technologies and develop solutions to address evolving threats. * Support digital signal processing (DSP) algorithm development. * Provide implementable technical solutions to the Nation's hardest problems. * Translate vague concepts into practical, well-defined, and methodical technical plans. * Communicate technical results clearly in written reports and presentations. * Work with technologies and concepts including, but not limited to wireless, SATCOM, Physical and MAC layer protocols, software defined radio (SDR), waveform design, RF modeling and simulation, RF system analysis, and transceiver design. Qualifications You meet the minimum qualifications for this position if you have ... * A Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, Mathematics or another related field, OR a Master's degree (or higher) in one of the same fields of study. * Proficiency in communication theory and digital signal processing (DSP), with a foundational knowledge of, and experience with, the physical, data link, or media access layers of communications systems. * Experience in modeling and simulation of the physical layer with MATLAB, Python, and/or other languages. * Familiarity with some of the following: geolocation, detection and estimation theory, or waveform design. * The ability to obtain an Interim Top Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Top Secret level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship. You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you have ... * At least ten years of experience in commercial and/or government communication engineering. * A wide breadth and depth of wireless systems knowledge. * Demonstrated expertise with end to end comms system design. * Recent knowledge of DoD and/or intelligence community, sponsors, and programs. * A current Top Secret or TS/SCI clearance. This position is on-site at APL's main campus (Laurel, MD) with occasional travel. #LI-AG1 About Us Why Work at APL? The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates. At APL, we celebrate our differences of perspectives and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL's campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at ****************************** All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Minimum Rate $85,000 Annually Maximum Rate $195,000 Annually

Are you looking for exciting opportunities to help determine how to best defend the United States, our armed forces, and our allies from all forms of air and missile threats? We are seeking talented graduates to join our Networked Systems and Integrated Fires Group to conduct algorithm development, modeling and analysis for air and missile defense. You would become a part of the team that works on a wide range of exciting technical challenges involving sensor data processing, target tracking, multi-sensor data fusion, communications and networking, and system-of-systems design that encompasses sensors, networks, combat systems and weapons, all with the goal of developing groundbreaking solutions for distributed warfare theatres. You will use math, engineering, physics and software skills to model, analyze and improve existing and prototype new air and missile defense systems and concepts. As you do so, you will broaden and deepen your technical knowledge and make contributions to important national security missions. As a member of our team... * Your primary responsibility will be contributing to the development of distributed air and missile defense systems * You will model, analyze, and study performance of current systems, identify opportunities for improvements, and propose and develop new algorithms and concepts * You will provide status updates, analysis results and algorithms in written reports and in presentations * You will be a part of a group with many possibilities for growth and advancement Qualifications You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you... * Have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field * Have a theoretical knowledge and coursework in some of the following: probability theory, statistics, linear algebra, algorithm design, signal processing, time-frequency analysis, communications theory, electromagnetic theory, machine learning * Have experience using MATLAB, Python, and/or C/C++ for algorithm development, modeling and simulation * Have proficient analytical skills * Can effectively communicate ideas and results * Are able to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain Secret level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship. You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you... * Have practical experience working with sensors and signals * Have a theoretical background in some of the following: adaptive signal processing, detection and estimation theory, information theory, wireless communications, data fusion, optimization theory * Have an active Secret security clearance About Us Why Work at APL? The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates. At APL, we celebrate our differences of perspectives and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL's campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at ****************************** All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Minimum Rate $85,000 Annually Maximum Rate $165,000 Annually

Are you passionate about designing and prototyping cutting-edge RF and electrical systems for real-world maritime applications? Do you enjoy solving complex electrical design challenges, integrating shipboard systems, and developing rapid prototypes that are tested at sea? Are you skilled in RF system design, modeling, and hands-on characterization? If so, we are looking for someone like you to join our team at APL! We are seeking a Maritime Electrical Engineer with a strong background in RF and electrical systems to support the development of advanced shipboard electronics-from initial concept through rapid prototyping and field testing. You'll work alongside a multidisciplinary team to design, build, and deliver innovative systems that directly impact national security missions at sea. As a Maritime Electrical Engineer, you will... * Develop shipboard systems applying core electrical skills in analog, digital, and RF circuit/circuit board design for rapid-fielding maritime systems. * Perform testing and quality control for maritime systems in both a lab environment and during integration onto U.S. Navy platforms. * Document designs and prepare technical reports to support electrical integration and installation onto maritime platforms. * Lead a team of engineers to research new technologies and develop prototypes to analyze new emerging capabilities. Qualifications You meet our minimum requirements for the job if you... * Possess a B.S. in Electrical Engineering or related technical field. * Have 5+ years of relevant experience in the design, assembly, or testing of electrical systems. * Have experience leading electrical engineering tasks or projects, including mentoring junior engineers. * Have demonstrated proficiency in analog/digital circuit design, RF systems, antenna systems, and embedded systems. * Have experience with RF lab equipment (e.g., spectrum/network analyzers, signal generators, oscilloscopes). * Have working knowledge of RF fundamentals and tools. * Are willing to work periodically on an U.S. Navy vessel with a complementary team of technical experts. * Can support CONUS travel required to attend meetings and testing. This could include travel to U.S. Navy facilities with possible embarkation on U.S. Naval vessels for short periods. Travel may be required to support testing and evaluation of equipment. * Are able to obtain an interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Top-Secret level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship. You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you... * Have a M.S. in Electrical engineering or equivalent work experience. * Have completed graduate level courses in or are proficient with analog circuit design, RF circuit design, antennas and electromagnetics. * Has served as a project manager or section supervisor for electrical engineers or electrical engineer projects. * Have a strong understanding of network parameters and RF circuit solver tools to design RF systems and solve RF and electromagnetic problems. * Have experience using full wave EM solver tools such as ADS. * Have familiarity with link budget analysis and deriving system requirements. * Have familiarity with antenna types, patterns, antenna simulation tools and measurement techniques. * Have demonstrated experience with designing, fabricating, and testing of printed circuit boards and experience using Altium or similar. * Have experience with VLF, HF, VHF, UHF systems. * Have experience with Navy electronics and systems, shipboard installations and procedures, and the Navy's Temporary Alteration process (TEMPALT). * Have an active Top Secret level security clearance. About Us Why Work at APL? The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates. At APL, we celebrate our differences of perspectives and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL's campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at ****************************** All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Minimum Rate $100,000 Annually Maximum Rate $245,000 Annually

Are you passionate about building solutions for our greatest national security challenges? Are you searching for engaging work with an employer that prioritizes impact, innovation, and personal development? Do you value working in a creative and collaborative environment? If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL. We are seeking a highly motivated Systems Engineer to help our Department of Defense (DOD) and Intelligence Community (IC) customers transform their processing and analytic environments to meet the ever-changing needs of the 21st century. As a Systems Engineer, you will... * Work with sponsors and project teams to develop strategies, define requirements, develop plans, identify gaps and dependencies, and provide integration and test guidance. Qualifications You'll meet our minimum requirements if you have... * Systems engineering skills in requirements management, architecture and design, integration, testing, and technical writing * 5+ years experience in systems engineering * Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related discipline. * Hold an active Secret level security clearance and can ultimately obtain a TS/SCI +Poly level security clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship. You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you have... * Experience as a project manager leading interdisciplinary teams developing analytic capabilities * Experience in planning for new environments and migration of existing capabilities * Master's degree in Systems Engineering About Us Why Work at APL? The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates. At APL, we celebrate our differences of perspectives and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL's campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at ****************************** All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Minimum Rate $100,000 Annually Maximum Rate $245,000 Annually

Are you a "systems thinker" with systems engineering experience that wants to have impact on nationally important defense programs? Do you love working with a group of dedicated technical specialists? If so, we 're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL. We are seeking a Systems Engineer with familiarity in Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) to join the System Definition and Validation Group within the Force Projection Sector. Our team focuses on translating warfighter needs and capability gaps into system definitions for development of strategic weapon systems, and validate the developed systems meet those needs. We serve as trusted technical partners to sponsors, industry, and stakeholders for defining and validating system capabilities required to meet evolving threat and warfighter needs. Our team works directly with the government sponsors, the prime contractors, and a national team of UARCs, FFRDCs, and industry partners, providing independent, technical inputs and recommendations to help ensure the nation and warfighter receive the required capabilities for the mission. To achieve this, we provide expertise in weapon systems engineering, weapon system design and analysis, requirements and architecture definition, decision science and trade space exploration, and mission and CONOPS definition. Your contributions will be key to advancing nationally important defense programs and providing critical contributions to strategic weapon systems. As a Systems Engineer... * Your primary responsibility will be to provide systems engineering expertise leveraging MBSE focusing on requirements analysis, architecture analysis, concept/technology development, risk assessments and test & evaluation for strategic deterrent systems. * You will utilize tools to analyze weapon system capabilities and to assist in the development of future weapon system requirements. * You will participate in design and requirements reviews. * You will provide domain expertise while conducting research, studies, and analysis on current and future weapons system capabilities and performance, as well as provide supporting data and associated recommendations to advise program sponsors. * You will deliver formal presentations to sponsors and supporting contractors, and effectively communicate proposed concepts/solutions and analysis results. You will produce reports that bring together concept definitions, requirements, analysis results, and technical recommendations. Qualifications You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you... * Have a Bachelor's degree in engineering, mathematics, physics or related technical field. * Have 5+ years of relevant experience performing systems engineering. * Have experience in early concept development, requirements analysis, design, test and evaluation, and risk assessment. * Have familiarity with systems engineering software, especially model based systems engineering (MBSE) tools like Magic Draw and DOORS. * Have strong verbal and written communication skills, as well as strong critical thinking skills. * Have shown the ability to participate in teams, including industry and government sponsors. * Are willing and able to travel periodically, including short duration visits to sponsor offices at the Washington Navy Yard and to supporting contractor sites, as well as occasional travel to other military bases across the country. * Hold an active Secret security clearance and are able to obtain a Top Secret clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship. You 'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you... * Have an advanced degree in systems engineering. * Have experience in systems engineering for missile systems. * Have an understanding of DoD acquisition processes, Navy Strategic Systems programs, and/or Air Force ICBM programs. * Have experience with systems engineering software, especially model based systems engineering (MBSE) tools like Magic Draw and DOORS. * Have knowledge of the Navy Trident II Strategic Weapon System and/or Air Force ICBM System. * Hold an active Top Secret security clearance. FPS (KBV) #LI-AG1 About Us Why Work at APL? The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates. At APL, we celebrate our differences of perspectives and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL's campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at ****************************** All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Minimum Rate $100,000 Annually Maximum Rate $245,000 Annually

Are you a systems thinker with model-based systems engineering (MBSE) experience that wants to have impact on nationally important defense programs. Do you enjoy developing and deploying cutting edge capabilities for digital engineering (DE)? Do you love working with a group of dedicated technical specialists? If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL. We are seeking a Model Based Systems Engineer to join the System Definition and Validation Group within the Force Projection Sector. Our team focuses on translating warfighter needs and capability gaps into system definitions for development of strategic weapon systems, and validate the developed systems meet those needs. We serve as trusted technical partners to sponsors, industry, and stakeholders for defining and validating system capabilities required to meet evolving threat and warfighter needs. Our team works directly with the government sponsors, the prime contractors, and a national team of UARCs, FFRDCs, and industry partners, providing independent, technical inputs and recommendations to help ensure the nation and warfighter receive the required capabilities for the mission. To achieve this, we provide expertise in weapon systems engineering, weapon system design and analysis, requirements and architecture definition, decision science and trade space exploration, and mission and CONOPS definition. Your contributions will be key to advancing nationally important defense programs and providing critical contributions to strategic weapon systems. As a Model Based Systems Engineer... * Your primary responsibility will be to provide systems engineering and MBSE thought leadership and expertise to the development and evaluation of complex strategic deterrent systems and supporting infrastructure. * You will work with an advanced team to develop and implement system models to support development and integration of new strategic deterrent systems, as well as modernization and sustainment of existing systems. * You will conceptualize, design, and develop new digital engineering capabilities and processes that will become force multipliers for APL and our sponsors. * You will apply your systems engineering expertise on requirements analysis, concept/technology development, architecture analysis, risk assessments, and test & evaluation for strategic deterrent systems. * You will deliver formal presentations to sponsors and supporting contractors, and effectively communicate proposed concepts/solutions and analysis results. * You will develop model profiles, tool plug-ins, architecture frameworks, and model queries in the MBSE tools that capture and analyze models of the systems being developed throughout their lifecycle from concept definition through fielding and support. * You will help define model-based design review requirements and update the systems engineering process to utilize advanced MBSE techniques. Qualifications You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you... * Have a Bachelor's degree in engineering, mathematics, physics or related technical field. * Have experience performing systems engineering in the design, development and/or evaluation of complex systems. * Have experience in system modeling using UML/SysML and associated modeling software. * Have direct experience applying aspects of MBSE in support of system development. * Have broad systems engineering experience including early concept development, requirements analysis, design, test and evaluation, and risk assessment. * Have especially strong verbal and written communication skills, as well as strong critical thinking skills. * Have shown the ability to interact effectively with and lead teams, including industry and government sponsors. * Are willing and able to travel periodically, including short duration visits to sponsor offices at the Washington Navy Yard and to supporting contractor sites, as well as occasional travel to other military bases across the country. * Are able to obtain a Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain Top Secret level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship. You 'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you... * Have an advanced degree in systems engineering. * Have experience in systems engineering for strategic deterrence missile systems. * Have relevant OMG or other systems engineering certifications. * Have worked with modeling frameworks such as the Department of Defense Architecture Framework or Unified Architecture Framework. * Have expertise writing custom scripts and/or plug-ins for MagicDraw modeling software (including its Cameo variants) and/or DOORS requirements software. * Have Agile software development experience. * Have experience integrating models across multiple software applications to perform detailed analysis by leveraging data from several engineering domains. * Has a broad knowledge of digital engineering processes and tools. * Have experience with DoD acquisition processes, Navy Strategic Systems programs, and/or Air Force ICBM programs. * Have knowledge of the Navy Trident II Strategic Weapon System and/or Air Force ICBM System. * Hold an active Top Secret security clearance. FPS (KBY) #LI-AG1 About Us Why Work at APL? The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates. At APL, we celebrate our differences of perspectives and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL's campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at ****************************** All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Minimum Rate $100,000 Annually Maximum Rate $245,000 Annually

Are you passionate about improving Precision Strike capabilities for the United States warfighter? Do you love solving complex problems with sophisticated modeling and simulation (M&S) tools? If you are graduating with a PhD degree in Aerospace Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Mathematics, or another engineering field and want to study the survivability of missile systems, we'd love to have you join our team! We are seeking a weapon systems modeling and analysis engineer to help us develop, characterize, and evaluate missile performance against precision strike platforms in complex environments. We are a multi talented and hardworking team of analysts and engineers who support a wide range of government sponsors who have many exciting technical problems. Our team conducts high fidelity physics-based modeling while collaborating with authorities in other fields including: GN&C, RF / IR Engineering, Electronic Warfare, Software Development, Systems Engineering and more! As a member of our team, you will: * Develop and use physics-based models and simulations to assess the effectiveness and optimal employment of both legacy and innovative U.S. strike missiles in 1-v-1 and 1-v-few scenarios * Analyze driving factors behind strike system performance * Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to use, develop and improve modeling capabilities and missile models * Build and leverage novel data visualization tools for large and complex data sets * Prepare and present formal documentation to technical specialists, operational partners, and government sponsors * Collaborate with mission-level analysts and inform their modeling efforts Qualifications You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you... * Have a PhD in Aerospace Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Mathematics, or another engineering field * Have experience with data processing languages such as MATLAB and Python * Have experience using physics-based simulations and investigating the driving factors behind performance * Have experience solving complex problems using rigorous and documented processes * Are willing, able and passionate about learning missile systems concepts to improve modeling and simulation tools and to perform engagement-level analysis * Are able to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain Top Secret level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship. You will go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you... * Have experience in the modeling and simulation of surface-to-air and/or air-to-air missiles * Have knowledge of software design best practices, including a solid understanding of object-oriented programming principles. * Have experience with Simulink, Fortran, or C++ * Have experience working with software versioning systems such as Git or SVN * Have experience working with external customers and partners * Hold an active final Secret level security clearance Special Working Conditions: Limited air and vehicle travel to U.S. Government and Department of Defense contractor facilities. About Us Why Work at APL? The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates. At APL, we celebrate our differences of perspectives and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL's campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at ****************************** All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Minimum Rate $105,000 Annually Maximum Rate $245,000 Annually

Are you looking for a career building deep expertise in a technical area critical to our national defense? Do you wish to collaborate with and learn from some of the country's top seeker and sensor subject matter experts? If so, the Strike Guidance, Navigation, Controls (GNC), and Seekers group is looking for newly graduating PhD engineers, mathematicians, physicists, and scientists like you! Our group's vision is to ensure that the United States maintains a technological advantage on the world stage by leading the development and prototyping of advanced weapons and autonomous systems. We provide state-of-the-art design solutions with a focus on seekers and sensors, guidance, navigation and control systems. We also specialize in embedded systems and multi-disciplinary design, simulation and optimization. If you are graduating in Engineering or Science and desire a rewarding career designing and evaluating advanced weapons and autonomous systems seekers and sensors, we'd love to talk to you about joining our team! We are seeking candidates with academic backgrounds and interest in one or more of the following technical areas: * Electromagnetics * RF System Design * RF Antennas and Technologies * RF Communications * Radar Systems * Optics * EO/IR System Design * EO/IR Imagers * Focal Plane Arrays * Digital Signal/Image Processing * Detection and Classification Algorithms * Circuits/Electronics, Software Defined Radios and Hardware Design As a member of our team you will... * Have the opportunity to conduct cutting edge seeker and sensor research, design, modeling, simulation and analysis while collaborating with adjacent technical domains in the development of next generation autonomous systems and weapons. * Develop innovative ways of simulating and predicting seeker and sensor performance in complex operational environments. * Lab test seeker and sensor hardware and software to identify operational capabilities and limitations. * Work closely with seeker and sensor subject matter experts who will train and mentor you on your path to attaining deeper technical knowledge and experience. * Collaborate with our teams of engineers and interact with government sponsors, including platform designers in multi-disciplinary optimization studies for early phase vehicle development. * Have the opportunity to continue your education through a variety of educational opportunities such as technical short courses, graduate degree programs, and many more. Qualifications You meet our minimum qualifications the job if you... * Have a PhD in an Electrical Engineering, Physics, or Mathematics. * Are passionate about creative problem solving and applying your skills to the design and development of our nation's next generation weapons and autonomous systems. * Have academic background and interest in one or more of the technical areas listed above. * Have conducted research; completed one or more internships; and/or possess practical skills in RF, EO/IR or related fields. * Are able to obtain an Interim Secret security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Secret level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship. You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you... * Have classroom, project or internship experience working with seekers, sensors and/or autonomous systems. * Have familiarity with complimentary disciplines such as: modeling, simulation and analysis; design optimization; software or algorithm development; and hardware testing. About Us Why Work at APL? The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates. At APL, we celebrate our differences of perspectives and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL's campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at ****************************** All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Minimum Rate $105,000 Annually Maximum Rate $245,000 Annually

Would you like the opportunity to influence the design and integration of future Surface Navy combat systems? Do you want to make significant contributions to improve crucial combat system capabilities through operational and system of systems performance analyses? Are you looking to work in a challenging, collaborative, and exciting environment? If so, we would like you to join us at APL! We are seeking a dynamic, creative and analytical candidate to help us assess the performance and influence the capability development of the U.S. Navy's newest combat systems. We are looking to push the boundaries of system capabilities by providing critical system and operator performance analysis to both new surface combatants and surface groups composed of manned and unmanned platforms. Your contributions will help us transform data into knowledge, enabling decision-makers to make informed choices on the strategic direction of advanced development, integration and testing communities for the Navy's combat systems. As a Systems Engineer, you will ... * Apply your analytical and systems engineering skills to successfully translate operational needs into a comprehensive and effective combat system solution that incorporates technical, schedule, and cost constraints. * Collaborate with internal and external partners through working groups to assess combat systems at the operational, functional, technical, and system performance level to advise the future development direction. * Actively provide technical and thought leadership, through concept and feasibility studies, toward an effective defensive capability through the integration of sensors, weapons, additional information sources, and sophisticated decision processes into an Integrated Combat System (ICS) architecture. * Assess dynamic combat system performance metrics against the ability of sensor and other information sources to meet the needs of the combat and weapon systems across multiple warfare domains. * Collaborate with other combat system representatives to identify and leverage efforts that lead to a common, extensible design that can be applied to multiple ICS platforms * Develop tools to analyze combat system performance and visualize data in innovative ways. * Produce documentation and decision support papers on system requirements, system design, technical recommendations, and analysis results. * Deliver presentations to technical staff, program leadership, and Sponsors. Qualifications You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you... * Possess a BS degree in a STEM field. * Have 5+ years of progressive experience analyzing one or more of the following domains: Integrated Air and Missile Defense Sensors, Weapon System Operation, Command and Control Systems, Integrated Air and Missile Defense Weapons. * Have experience and detailed working-level knowledge with either the Aegis combat system or the SSDS combat system * Have a strong understanding of how system requirements, design, analysis, verification and validation activities are enabled by Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) across the engineering lifecycle * Have experience solving complex system of systems problems * Can perform effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team. * Have strong interpersonal skills and are skilled at developing relationships across organizational teams, managers and sponsors. * Have excellent oral and written communication skills. * Are proficient at multi-tasking, prioritizing assignments, communicating progress and meeting deadlines. * Are willing and able to travel as needed to remote sites and are comfortable working in closed areas. * Hold an active Secret security clearance and can ultimately obtain a Top secret level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship. You 'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you... * Possess a MS degree in a STEM field. * Have 10+ years of experience analyzing one or more of the following domains: Integrated Air and Missile Defense Sensors, Weapon System Operation, Command and Control Systems, Integrated Air and Missile Defense Weapons. * Have experience and interface level knowledge with both the Aegis combat system and the SSDS combat system * Have direct experience applying MBSE in support of system development. * Have an active Top Secret clearance #LI-KW1 About Us Why Work at APL? The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates. At APL, we celebrate our differences of perspectives and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL's campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at ****************************** All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Minimum Rate $100,000 Annually Maximum Rate $245,000 Annually

Do you have a wealth of experience overseeing technical aspects of weapon systems development? Do you care deeply about the missions of the United States Navy and Air Force and want to make an immediate and significant impact on those missions? We are seeking a Launcher Weapon Systems Engineer to join our Launcher Systems Engineering section. We help our sponsors navigate the complexity of large-scale weapon system development efforts, maintaining technical excellence while meeting the demands of challenging schedule and test environments in an ever-changing landscape of external threats. As a Launcher Weapon Systems Engineer, you will: * Gain a deep technical understanding of submarine launcher systems and other shipboard systems and use that knowledge to inform high-level decision making. * Apply Systems Engineering principles to assist our Sponsors with key development tasks, e.g., development of a Systems Engineering Master Plan (SEMP), Test and Evaluation Master Plan (TEMP), or high-level Concepts of Operations (CONOPS) documents. Other tasking could include the review of technical system requirements and traceability in DOORS to show verification via Inspection, Analysis, Test, Demonstration. * Engage directly with our Navy and Air Force sponsors and associated prime and subcontractors to provide oversight of hardware production efforts. * Participate in a wide variety of test and evaluation efforts. This could include full scale system tests conducted either at government owned test facilities or onboard Navy platforms and associated data analysis. * Get involved with working groups across both government and industry. Qualifications You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you... * Have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering or a closely related field. * Have 10+ years of relevant experience with Navy or Air Force weapon systems. * Are willing and able to travel occasionally (5%) to US Navy facilities, bases and contractor sites. * Hold an active Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain Top Secret level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship. You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you... * Have worked directly with OHIO-class, COLUMBIA-class, or VIRGINIA-class hardware or software systems. * Have experience developing or approving Temporary Alteration (TEMPALT) packages for deployment on submarines. * Have worked directly with Strategic Systems Programs (SSP) on the Strategic Weapon System (SWS), or on the Air Force Minute Man III or Sentinel systems as either a contractor or government employee. About Us Why Work at APL? The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates. At APL, we celebrate our differences of perspectives and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL's campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at ****************************** All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Minimum Rate $105,000 Annually Maximum Rate $290,000 Annually

Do you want to become an expert in wireless communications? Are you passionate about learning about the latest wireless technologies? If you are graduating with a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering and want to work in wireless communications, we'd love to have you join our team! We are seeking to develop engineers to help us give our nation a significant advantage by controlling the wireless communications environment. Our Wireless Cyber Capabilities team focuses on providing the U.S. military and intelligence communities with operational advantages by leveraging software-defined radios, commercial cellular equipment, and machine learning to develop advanced capabilities for research and operational prototypes. To learn more about our work, click here. Our engineers apply cutting-edge research to some of the government's most critical challenges in the following research areas: * Signals Intelligence * Wireless Cyber Access * Resilient Communications As a member of our team, you will... * Be part of a team that leverages wireless communications expertise, software defined radios (SDR), and radio frequency machine learning (RFML) to own the communications environment. * Collaborate with a broad team of wireless communications engineers and software developers to implement wireless communication technology solutions. * Be exposed to a variety of projects and encouraged to explore what technical focus areas interest you. Qualifications You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you... * Have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical degree * Are skilled in and/or have knowledge of signals & systems or wireless communication concepts * Are skilled in and/or have knowledge of software design patterns in a language such as Python, C/C++, VHDL/Verilog, or MATLAB, etc. * Are able to obtain Interim Top Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain Top Secret level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship. You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you... * Are skilled in and/or have knowledge of wireless communication protocols or systems such as Wi-Fi, Cellular (4G-LTE / 5G-NewRadio / NextG), or SATCOM * Are skilled in and/or have knowledge of digital signal processing (DSP) such as Fourier analysis and filtering * Are skilled in and/or have knowledge of software defined radio (SDR) frameworks such as GNU Radio * Are skilled in and/or have knowledge of machine learning (ML) including frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow About Us Why Work at APL? The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates. At APL, we celebrate our differences of perspectives and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL's campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at ****************************** All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Minimum Rate $85,000 Annually Maximum Rate $165,000 Annually