Aerospace & Thermal PhD: Hypersonics & Propulsion Engineer

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 105,000 - 245,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is seeking aerospace and thermal engineers to tackle defense-related challenges. Join a multidisciplinary team working on hypersonic thermal design, rocket motor systems, and advanced propulsion with strong emphasis on modeling and testing.

Qualified candidates hold a PhD in a related field, possess excellent communication skills, and can work independently or in teams.

Qualifications

• PhD in a related field required.
• Expertise in aerodynamics/thermal/fluid modeling and/or combustion.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate thermal/aerothermal designs for rocket motor systems.
• Conduct predictive modeling and testing for hypersonic environments.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to advance propulsion and sensing technologies.

Skills

Aerospace & thermal engineering

Aero/therm modeling

Heat transfer

Combustion & combustion modeling

Hypersonic design

Software development

Communications

Education

PhD in Aerospace Engineering, Physics, Chemistry or related field

Tools

GPU computing

Software architecture

Job description

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is seeking aerospace and thermal engineers to tackle defense-related challenges. Join a multidisciplinary team working on hypersonic thermal design, rocket motor systems, and advanced propulsion with strong emphasis on modeling and testing.

Qualified candidates hold a PhD in a related field, possess excellent communication skills, and can work independently or in teams.