Electronic Warfare PhD Specialist — RF, Signals & Embedded Systems

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 105,000 - 245,000; Full time

Job summary

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) seeks an Electronic Warfare Specialist who will advance next-generation EW concepts and prototypes. The role spans RF, antenna, signal processing, embedded software, and experimental tech, with opportunities to interact across internal teams and external sponsors.

Ideal candidates hold a PhD in EE/CS/Math/Physics, demonstrate collaboration and initiative, and possess excellent communication skills. U.S.

Qualifications

• PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mathematics, or Physics.
• Ability to collaborate across teams, management, sponsors, and across boundaries.
• Demonstrated initiative and an open, curious mindset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• U.S. citizenship and eligibility for security clearances (Interim Secret to Top Secret).

Responsibilities

• Learn and grow skills from EW experts.
• Work across RF, Antenna, Signal Processing, Embedded, Software, and Advanced Technology.
• Prototype and test new EW technologies for future systems.
• Develop and evaluate concepts for next generation EW systems.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Initiative

Curiosity

Education

PhD in EE/CS/Math/Physics

Job description

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) seeks an Electronic Warfare Specialist who will advance next-generation EW concepts and prototypes. The role spans RF, antenna, signal processing, embedded software, and experimental tech, with opportunities to interact across internal teams and external sponsors.

Ideal candidates hold a PhD in EE/CS/Math/Physics, demonstrate collaboration and initiative, and possess excellent communication skills. U.S.