Geophysicist/Geodesist — Advanced Navigation Scientist

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, MD is looking for a Geophysicist/Geodesist to aid the US Navy's navigation systems. The role focuses on analyzing geophysical data and involves both research and practical application in a critical technical field.

The ideal candidate will have a strong educational background in Geophysics or related fields, along with experience in programming and data analysis. This position offers significant responsibility in ensuring accurate navigation for national security missions.

Qualifications

• Possess a M.S. degree in Geophysics, Geodesy, Physics, or related technical field.
• Have experience in exploration geophysics, geodesy, and signal processing.
• Able to obtain Secret level security clearance by your start date.

Responsibilities

• Analyze current and potential future geophysical data products.
• Become the subject matter expert on geophysical data products used by the US Navy.
• Develop error models for geophysical data sources.

Skills

Understanding geophysical data sources

Strong programming experience

Exploration geophysics experience

Signal processing expertise

Interest in real-world applications

Education

M.S. degree in Geophysics, Geodesy, Physics, or related field

Ph.D. degree preferred

Tools

MATLAB

Python

Job description

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab in Laurel, MD is looking for a Geophysicist/Geodesist to aid the US Navy's navigation systems. The role focuses on analyzing geophysical data and involves both research and practical application in a critical technical field.

The ideal candidate will have a strong educational background in Geophysics or related fields, along with experience in programming and data analysis. This position offers significant responsibility in ensuring accurate navigation for national security missions.