Cryogenics Engineer - Research & Systems Expert

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL); Laurel (NE); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is seeking a qualified candidate to advance cryogenic research and materials characterization. You will operate cryogenic platforms, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of physicists, engineers, and technicians, and contribute to innovative projects aligned with our defense, security, and space missions.

The ideal candidate holds a physics or engineering degree with experience in cryogenics, and shows motivation to work in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in physics, engineering, or closely related discipline.
• At least 1 year of experience with cryogenic systems or characterizing materials at cryogenic temperatures.
• Active citizenship with ability to obtain Interim Secret clearance and TS/SCI with Polygraph access.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operation of systems and experiments.
• Contribute technical insight to current and future challenges and sponsor needs.
• Conduct independent research on thermal, magnetic, and electrical properties of materials using 1K/4K/dilution fridge systems.
• Collaborate with physicists, engineers, materials scientists, and technicians to design experiments and analyze data.
• Take on leadership responsibilities in active projects and propose new research directions.

Skills

Cryogenic systems

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Clearance eligibility

Motivation to thrive

Team leadership potential

Education

Bachelor's degree in physics/engineering or related

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is seeking a qualified candidate to advance cryogenic research and materials characterization. You will operate cryogenic platforms, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of physicists, engineers, and technicians, and contribute to innovative projects aligned with our defense, security, and space missions.

The ideal candidate holds a physics or engineering degree with experience in cryogenics, and shows motivation to work in a