Flight Systems Engineer: Hypersonic System Integration

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

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits

Education assistance

Retirement contributions

Healthy work-life balance

Job summary

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab in Laurel, MD is seeking a Flight Systems Engineer to develop algorithms and planning approaches for defense programs. The position demands strong skills in mathematics and systems integration, requiring a B.S. in a relevant field and programming experience in languages like C++, MATLAB, or Python. The role involves collaborative modeling, mission planning algorithm development, and integration of system modifications for strategic technologies, offering a salary range of $100,000 to $245,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in early concept development, system requirements, functional analysis.
• Strong initiative and flexibility to carry out assignments.
• Able to obtain Interim Secret level security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Support system-level modeling and evaluation of existing strategic systems.
• Develop mission planning algorithms for hypersonic and ballistic weapon systems.
• Collaborate with teams to develop concepts of operations.
• Document and present results to sponsors and stakeholders.

Skills

C++

MATLAB

Python

Mathematics

Systems Engineering

Education

B.S. in Applied Mathematics, Physics, Engineering or related technical fields

Job description

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab in Laurel, MD is seeking a Flight Systems Engineer to develop algorithms and planning approaches for defense programs. The position demands strong skills in mathematics and systems integration, requiring a B.S. in a relevant field and programming experience in languages like C++, MATLAB, or Python. The role involves collaborative modeling, mission planning algorithm development, and integration of system modifications for strategic technologies, offering a salary range of $100,000 to $245,000 annually.