2027 Graduate - Sensor Systems/Data Analytics

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Education assistance

Retirement plan contributions

Job summary

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) seeks engineers, physicists, mathematicians, and computer scientists to advance sensor systems for national defense. The role emphasizes developing signal processing, data fusion, and AI-enhanced sensing in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team.

Minimum qualifications include a BS in a technical field, strong analytical skills, and eligibility to obtain Interim Secret and Secret security clearances.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering, Math, Physics or a technical discipline related to the areas described above.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Willingness and ability to obtain interim Secret clearance by start date and ultimately Secret clearance; U.S. citizenship required.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues of varying experience levels.
• Eligible for security clearance investigations and access to classified information.

Responsibilities

• Apply and analyze novel signal and data processing algorithms for detection, tracking and characterization of sophisticated threats.
• Develop and analyze advanced algorithms that fuse active, passive, multi-band and multi-static sensor data.
• Optimize multi-sensor architectures by defining sensor integration, tasking, and coordination for high-quality fused multi-domain targeting information.
• Apply artificial intelligence and machine learning to sensing and sensor data analysis.
• Apply data science and statistical analysis to large, multi-dimensional datasets.
• Analyze and develop sensor signal processing, tracking, and data fusion using simulations in a high-performance computing environment.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Security clearance eligibility

Education

BS in Engineering/Math/Physics or related technical field

MS in Engineering/Math/Physics or related technical field

Job description

Description

Are you excited about applying your knowledge, skills and talents in solving some of the most complex problems encountered in defending our nation? Would you like to contribute to the evolution of signal processing and data fusion algorithms, enabling our nation to far out-pace our adversaries as they seek to evade detection?

Description

Are you excited about applying your knowledge, skills and talents in solving some of the most complex problems encountered in defending our nation? Would you like to contribute to the evolution of signal processing and data fusion algorithms, enabling our nation to far out-pace our adversaries as they seek to evade detection? If so, you may be interested in joining our team of engineers, physicists, mathematicians and computer scientists in the development of the world’s most capable sensor systems ensuring our nation’s security.

Our highly collaborative, multi-disciplinary team, engages in the following…

• Application and analysis of novel signal and data processing algorithms for detection, tracking and characterization of sophisticated threats
• Development, application, and analysis of advanced algorithms that intelligently fuse active, passive, multi-band and multi-static sensor data
• Optimization of multi-sensor architectures by defining the sensor integration, tasking, and coordination required to obtain high-quality fused multi-domain (air, sea, land, and space) targeting information from multi-spectral and multi-mode sensor capabilities
• Application of artificial intelligence and machine learning in sensing and in analysis of sensor data
• Application of data science and statistical analysis to large, multi-dimensional datasets
• Analysis and development of sensor signal processing, tracking, and data fusion algorithms using complex simulations of integrated sensor architectures in a high-performance computing environment

Qualifications

You meet our minimum qualifications for a position on our team if you…

• Have a BS in Engineering, Math, Physics or a technical discipline related to the areas described above
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Excitement and capacity to learn the data fusion and tracking domain
• Can collaborate effectively with colleagues of varying experience levels
• Are able 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 a MS in Engineering, Math, Physics or a technical discipline related to the areas described above
• Have intern experience related to the areas described above

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 https://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.

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 [e-mail].

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