Defense Systems Engineer: Naval Sensors & C2 Integration

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses or other forms of compensation

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Education assistance

Training and development

Job summary

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) in the Baltimore-Washington metro area seeks engineers, computer scientists, and analysts to advance air and missile defense systems for the U.S. Navy.

You will guide system design, develop software prototypes, and research new concepts to defend warfighters with integrated sensors, networks, and weapons. This role emphasizes teamwork and independent work, requiring a Bachelor’s in engineering or related field, proficiency in C++,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science or equivalent.
• Proficient with C++, Java, Python, MATLAB or similar programming languages.
• Able to obtain Interim Secret clearance by start date and ultimately Secret clearance; U.S. citizenship required.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Understand and improve interactions between sensors, networks, combat management software, and weapon systems.
• Solve complex systems-of-systems integration challenges for U.S. Navy surface combatants and unmanned surface vehicles.
• Develop new concepts for anti-air warfare, surface warfare, and precision strike.
• Analyze data from system test events to inform engineering decisions.
• Develop deep expertise on command-and-control systems such as the Aegis, SSDS, and Zumwalt combat systems.
• Conduct MS&A studies to compare alternatives to inform design.
• Generate systems engineering products such as performance specifications, requirements, trade study reports, concepts of operation, concepts of employment, and test plans.
• Collaborate with cross disciplinary teams and share your work both externally and internally.
• Have opportunities to visit Navy ships and to work with sailors, officers, and other warfighters.

Skills

C++

Java

Python

MATLAB

Team player

Communication

Security clearance eligibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science or equivalent

Job description

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) in the Baltimore-Washington metro area seeks engineers, computer scientists, and analysts to advance air and missile defense systems for the U.S. Navy.

You will guide system design, develop software prototypes, and research new concepts to defend warfighters with integrated sensors, networks, and weapons. This role emphasizes teamwork and independent work, requiring a Bachelor’s in engineering or related field, proficiency in C++,