Autonomous Systems Mechanical Engineer – Field Deployment

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 an Autonomous Systems Mechanical Engineer to contribute to rapid development and fielding of rugged sensor systems for challenging environments. You will work in teams from concept through fielding, applying mechanical design, prototyping, and test execution.

You should have a ME degree and experience with embedded systems or autonomous vehicles, be comfortable with travel, and pursue security clearances.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering is required.
• Experience in embedded systems, autonomous vehicles, or defense tech.
• Experience with concept generation, design, prototyping and testing.
• Ability to multi-task across projects and work independently in small teams.
• Willingness to travel ~15% and work in classified environments.
• Ability to interact with team leadership and vendors of COTS equipment.
• Must be eligible for Interim Secret clearance and U.S. citizenship.

Responsibilities

• Develop ruggedized sensor systems from concept to fielding.
• Analyze system performance through modeling and simulation.
• Conduct lab and field testing to verify requirements.
• Specify and integrate commercial, government, and custom parts.
• Document designs, analyses, and test results for stakeholders.

Skills

Embedded systems design

Autonomous systems

Prototype & testing

Team collaboration

Security clearance readiness

COTS vendor interaction

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) seeks an Autonomous Systems Mechanical Engineer to contribute to rapid development and fielding of rugged sensor systems for challenging environments. You will work in teams from concept through fielding, applying mechanical design, prototyping, and test execution.

You should have a ME degree and experience with embedded systems or autonomous vehicles, be comfortable with travel, and pursue security clearances.