Defense Networking Engineer - Secure Communications

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 (APL) in Laurel, MD seeks Networking and Software Engineers to tackle critical communications challenges for national security. You will join a multi-disciplinary team delivering secure networking solutions and real-time information access.

Ideal candidates hold a degree in EE/CS/Engineering, know Python/C++, Go, or Rust, and can pursue interim Top Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related technical field.
• Experience developing software in Python, C++, Go, Rust, or similar languages.
• Ability to work independently and in teams with strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Eligibility for Interim Top Secret clearance and potential Top Secret clearance; U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Research solutions and engineering secure networking technologies for national security missions.
• Design, develop, and test software for user interfaces, network protocols, and evaluation tools.
• Explore applications of AI to networking, communications, and autonomous systems.
• Develop wired and wireless network designs and architectures.
• Evaluate networks through experimentation, analysis, and field testing with actionable recommendations.

Skills

Python

C++

Go

Rust

Linux

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related technical field

Tools

iPerf

Wireshark

Nmap

Job description

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) in Laurel, MD seeks Networking and Software Engineers to tackle critical communications challenges for national security. You will join a multi-disciplinary team delivering secure networking solutions and real-time information access.

Ideal candidates hold a degree in EE/CS/Engineering, know Python/C++, Go, or Rust, and can pursue interim Top Secret clearance.