Autonomous Sensor Engineer (RF/EO/IR) – Research & Test

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 early‑career engineers, physicists, and mathematicians to join a multidisciplinary team advancing autonomous sensor systems. You'll work on RF, EO, and IR sensors, performing design, modeling, and hardware tests within a collaborative environment.

Join a group dedicated to cutting-edge autonomous technology and professional growth, with opportunities for further study and security clearances as you contribute to national defense projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in EE, physics, or mathematics.
• Background and interest in RF, EO, and IR sensors.
• Ability to obtain Interim Secret clearance with U.S. citizenship.

Responsibilities

• Conduct sensor research, modeling, simulation, and analysis.
• Lab test sensor hardware/software to assess performance.
• Collaborate with government sponsors and engineers across teams.

Skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Mathematics

Job description

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) seeks early‑career engineers, physicists, and mathematicians to join a multidisciplinary team advancing autonomous sensor systems. You'll work on RF, EO, and IR sensors, performing design, modeling, and hardware tests within a collaborative environment.

Join a group dedicated to cutting-edge autonomous technology and professional growth, with opportunities for further study and security clearances as you contribute to national defense projects.