Autonomous Robotic Systems Engineer — Naval Prototyping

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

Job summary

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) seeks engineers with a passion for robotics to join a collaborative team spanning software, hardware, and field testing. You will prototype next‑generation robotic solutions to tackle critical Navy challenges, contributing from conception through field testing within an interdisciplinary environment.

Qualified candidates will hold a BS or MS in CS, robotics, or related engineering fields and be prepared to obtain Interim Secret

Qualifications

• BS/MS in CS/Robotics/Engineering or related field.
• Experience with robotic systems and interdisciplinary development.
• Eligibility to obtain Interim Secret clearance and ultimately a Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Prototype next-generation robotic solutions for the Navy.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across software and hardware.
• Contribute to rapid prototyping from conception through field testing.

Skills

Robotics software

Mechanical design

Team collaboration

Education

BS/MS in Computer Science, Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering

Job description

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) seeks engineers with a passion for robotics to join a collaborative team spanning software, hardware, and field testing. You will prototype next‑generation robotic solutions to tackle critical Navy challenges, contributing from conception through field testing within an interdisciplinary environment.

Qualified candidates will hold a BS or MS in CS, robotics, or related engineering fields and be prepared to obtain Interim Secret