C++ Modeling & Simulation Engineer - AI-Enabled Tools

Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory LLC; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 245,000; Full time

Job summary

Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) seeks a software engineer to build modeling and simulation tools supporting next‑gen strike weapons and air combat systems. The role involves applying AI-enabled development tools, guiding technical choices, and delivering robust software across design through maintenance.

You will join a 50+ team of engineers, physicists, and computer scientists driving mission-level analysis with strong emphasis on integrity and impact. U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, or a related field.
• Demonstrated record of developing robust, maintainable software using modern C++17 or newer.
• Ability to communicate effectively with end-users about technical issues and new software capabilities.
• Willing and able to learn new concepts and grow your skill set.
• Able to obtain SAP level access.
• Eligible for Interim Secret (and Secret) clearance; U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance C++ modeling and simulation capabilities for radar, tracking, engagement, and related mission-system behaviors.
• Deliver software tools to help analysts assess utility, requirements, and tradeoffs for air dominance and strike systems.
• Collaborate with a mixed team of engineers and analysts to build, adapt, and integrate software for applications, infrastructure, and user interfaces.
• Participate in defining requirements, designing, developing, testing, integrating, delivering, and maintaining M&S tools.

Skills

C++ software development

Effective communication

Willingness to learn

Security clearance eligibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science / computer engineering

Master’s degree or PhD (preferred)

Tools

Git

CMake

Conan

Docker

GTest

AFSIM framework

Java/Python/MATLAB

Job description

Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) seeks a software engineer to build modeling and simulation tools supporting next‑gen strike weapons and air combat systems. The role involves applying AI-enabled development tools, guiding technical choices, and delivering robust software across design through maintenance.

You will join a 50+ team of engineers, physicists, and computer scientists driving mission-level analysis with strong emphasis on integrity and impact. U.S.