Aerospace & Thermal Engineer — Hypersonics & TPS

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

Job summary

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) seeks engineers with aerospace and thermal expertise to tackle defense-related challenges. You will contribute to thermal/aerothermal design for rocket motor systems, including hypersonic flight, and engage with a multidisciplinary team.

We require a Master’s in Aerospace Engineering, Physics, Chemistry or related fields and the ability to obtain Interim Secret clearance with the goal of Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Master's in aerospace engineering, physics, chemistry or related field.
• Expert in thermal/fluid modeling, heat transfer, thermochemistry, material modeling or hypersonic thermal design.
• Self-starter with excellent communication and the ability to work independently or in a team.
• Eligible for Interim Secret clearance by start date; ability to obtain Secret clearance; U.S. citizenship.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to thermal/aerothermal design and test for rocket motor systems.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and external partners.
• Work on challenging thermal environments including hypersonics and detonation engines.

Skills

Master's degree in aerospace/thermal

Thermal/fluid modeling

Strong communication

clearance eligibility

Education

Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Physics, Chemistry or related field

Job description

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) seeks engineers with aerospace and thermal expertise to tackle defense-related challenges. You will contribute to thermal/aerothermal design for rocket motor systems, including hypersonic flight, and engage with a multidisciplinary team.

We require a Master’s in Aerospace Engineering, Physics, Chemistry or related fields and the ability to obtain Interim Secret clearance with the goal of Secret clearance.