Applied Chemistry Engineer - Sensors & Defense Tech

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

Job summary

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is seeking graduates in chemistry or chemical engineering to tackle national defense and security challenges. You will join a multidisciplinary team of scientists and engineers developing sensors, detectors, and chemistry-based analytical tools for DHS, DoD, and the IC.

As part of the Applied Chemistry and Physics team, you will design and test instrumentation, perform hands-on lab work, and collaborate with physicists, engineers, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in chemistry, chemical engineering, or a related technical field with a strong academic record.
• Excellent interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills.
• Occasional travel to meet with government partners and stakeholders.
• Eligibility for U.S. citizenship and interim Secret clearance by start date, potential for Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, test, and evaluate instrumentation for defense, security, and national-interest projects.
• Synthesize and evaluate molecules, polymers, and biomolecules for defense and health applications.
• Perform hands-on lab work to address applied chemistry and physics problems.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Security clearance eligibility

Education

Bachelor’s in chemistry or chemical engineering

Master’s in related field (nice to have)

Job description

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is seeking graduates in chemistry or chemical engineering to tackle national defense and security challenges. You will join a multidisciplinary team of scientists and engineers developing sensors, detectors, and chemistry-based analytical tools for DHS, DoD, and the IC.

As part of the Applied Chemistry and Physics team, you will design and test instrumentation, perform hands-on lab work, and collaborate with physicists, engineers, and