Autonomous Subsea Robotics Engineer – AUV/ROV Software

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 seeks an early-career Subsea Robotics Engineer to advance autonomous underwater vehicle software across simulation, control, and field testing. You will work with AUVs, ROVs, and other subsea platforms, developing robust software architectures, integrating sensors, and building high-fidelity models to transition from development to operations.

Join a multidisciplinary team in a mission-focused environment requiring Linux and ROS 2

Qualifications

• Have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Ocean Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• Have a minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale; provide transcripts if prompted.
• Have experience developing robotic software using ROS 2.
• Have experience developing software on Linux.
• Proficient in Python and C++.
• Experience with dynamic systems, feedback control, robotic simulation, or autonomous systems through coursework, projects, internships, or work.
• Familiarity with software engineering best practices including Git, debugging, testing, and documentation.
• Eligible for Interim Secret clearance by start date and Secret clearance ultimate; U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Develop robotics software for AUVs, ROVs, and subsea systems using ROS 2.
• Design, implement, and maintain modular software in C++ and Python on Linux.
• Develop and integrate dynamics, controls, guidance, navigation, and autonomy algorithms.
• Build high-fidelity simulation environments and modeling tools.
• Integrate sensors, actuators, and vehicle subsystems into robust software architectures.
• Evaluate vehicle performance through simulation and field experiments.
• Support integration and testing in lab, pool, and at-sea environments.
• Collaborate across teams to transition software to operational systems.

Skills

ROS 2

Python

C++

Git version control

Debugging

Testing

Documentation

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Robotics/Engineering/Computer Science

Tools

Gazebo

Ignition

Isaac Sim

MATLAB/Simulink

Linux

Job description

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory seeks an early-career Subsea Robotics Engineer to advance autonomous underwater vehicle software across simulation, control, and field testing. You will work with AUVs, ROVs, and other subsea platforms, developing robust software architectures, integrating sensors, and building high-fidelity models to transition from development to operations.

Join a multidisciplinary team in a mission-focused environment requiring Linux and ROS 2