Flight Navigation Systems Engineer

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

Job summary

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab in Laurel, Maryland seeks a Flight Navigation Systems Engineer. This role focuses on developing digital engineering capabilities for defense programs, specifically the Trident II Submarine Launched Ballistic Missile.

Ideal candidates will have a B.S. in a related field, experience in systems engineering, and skills in programming and system modeling. We offer a competitive salary range from $100,000 to $245,000 annually depending on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Possess a B.S. in a relevant discipline.
• Have experience in systems engineering for complex systems.
• Experience with system modeling using UML/SysML.

Responsibilities

• Work with a team developing accuracy requirements for weapon systems.
• Define and build a digital engineering framework for accuracy evaluation.
• Support system-level evaluation of existing strategic systems.

Skills

Systems engineering for complex systems

Model-based systems engineering (MBSE)

Strong communication skills

Critical thinking skills

Object-oriented programming (C++, MATLAB, Python)

Education

B.S. in physics, applied mathematics, or engineering

M.S. or Ph.D. in a related technical discipline

Tools

UML/SysML modeling software (Cameo)

DOORS requirements software

Job description

Do you enjoy developing and deploying novel digital engineering (DE) capabilities for flight systems, including complex analytical tools?

Do you have model-based systems engineering (MBSE) experience and want to have an impact on critically important defense programs?

Do you love working in teams with a well-rounded group of technical specialists?

If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL.

The System Modeling, Evaluation, and Planning Group within the Force Projection Sector of the John Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory is seeking a Flight Navigation Systems Engineer to help define the future Trident II Submarine Launched Ballistic Missile and establish a digital engineering framework to enable collaborative accuracy assessments across the Trident weapon system community.

As a Systems Engineer for Accuracy You Will...

• Work with a talented team developing accuracy requirements, determining verification procedures, and executing architectural trades for next-generation weapon systems
• Define and build a digital engineering framework for accuracy evaluation inside a MBSE environment
• Provide thought leadership for current and future strategic weapon system digital engineering efforts
• Support system-level evaluation of existing strategic systems by leveraging statistical and mathematical expertise
• Interact with sponsors and representatives of other organizations

Qualifications

• Possess a B.S. in physics, applied mathematics, engineering, or a related discipline
• Have relevant experience in systems engineering for complex systems
• Have experience in early concept development, system requirements, functional analysis and allocation, trade studies in support of the design, development, and evaluation of complex systems
• Have experience in system modeling using UML/SysML and associated modeling software such as Cameo
• Have strong verbal and written communication skills as well as strong critical thinking skills
• Have strong initiative, interest in skill development, and the flexibility to accept assignments of varied scope and skill
• Are able to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Top Secret level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.

You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you have...

• M.S. or Ph.D. in physics, applied mathematics, engineering, or a related technical discipline and 5+ years of experience in systems engineering
• 5+ years of experience in the strategic deterrence domain area
• Experience in requirement development and verification for strategic systems
• Strong object-oriented programming background and proficiency with C++, MATLAB, or Python
• Experience with custom scripts and/or plug-ins for MagicDraw modeling software (including its Cameo variance) and/or DOORS requirements software
• Experience with ontology development and scientific data modeling
• Experience with maximum likelihood estimation or statistical modeling

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact [e-mail].

Minimum Rate

$100,000 Annually

Maximum Rate

$245,000 Annually