DoD Systems Engineer — Advanced Concepts & Experimentation

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

Job summary

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory seeks an Advanced Concepts Systems Engineer to lead definition of System of Systems concepts and conduct rigorous research and trade studies for future weapons systems. You will collaborate with government partners to plan FLEX and LOE events and present results to sponsors.

Required are strong communication skills, DoD experience, and the ability to travel locally and occasionally nationally.

Qualifications

• Possess a BS degree in systems engineering, computer science, computer engineering, or another related field.
• Have 5+ years of relevant professional experience in systems engineering work.
• Have experience in early concept development and performing assessments that take into account cost, schedule, and performance criteria.
• Have experience with DoD systems.
• Have strong interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills and ability to interact with sponsor representatives.

Responsibilities

• Define System of Systems concepts and provide actionable recommendations to achieve new system capabilities.
• Conduct research, trade studies, and propose solutions to address technical challenges.
• In conjunction with government partners, identify, plan and execute Fleet and Limited Objective Experiments (FLEX and LOE) events.
• Deliver formal presentations/reports and effectively communicate proposed concepts/solutions and analysis results directly to our sponsors

Skills

Systems thinking

Communication

Interagency coordination

Security clearance eligibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in systems engineering/related field

Master's degree in systems engineering/related field

Tools

SysML

MBSE

Job description

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory seeks an Advanced Concepts Systems Engineer to lead definition of System of Systems concepts and conduct rigorous research and trade studies for future weapons systems. You will collaborate with government partners to plan FLEX and LOE events and present results to sponsors.

Required are strong communication skills, DoD experience, and the ability to travel locally and occasionally nationally.