Human Systems Engineer for DoD Programs

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is seeking a systems engineering professional to join the Human System Engineering team. You will help design and implement next-generation DoD systems, merging expertise from engineers, psychologists, and computer scientists to bridge human–machine warfighting gaps.

The role emphasizes cross-disciplinary collaboration, guiding mission and systems engineering practices, and driving innovative research in areas like human–machine team behavior and

Qualifications

• Hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Systems Engineering, Civil Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent.
• Demonstrate passion for building team culture, driving innovation, and executing strategic initiatives.
• Possess excellent oral and written communication skills.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain Secret level security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and development of current and future systems leveraging systems and mission engineering practices.
• Facilitate warfighter engagement in system design and development.
• Collaborate with engineers to generate concepts, derive requirements, and provide technical direction.
• Communicate designs via task flows, activity diagrams, and wireframes; review system designs for standards compliance.
• Lead fast-paced research projects in human–machine teams, unmanned systems, automation, and AI-enabled systems.
• Shape research vision and strategy and report progress to sponsors.

Skills

Systems engineering

Leadership

Communication

Security clearance eligible

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Systems/Civil/Industrial Eng

Master’s degree in Systems/Civil/Industrial Eng

Job description

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is seeking a systems engineering professional to join the Human System Engineering team. You will help design and implement next-generation DoD systems, merging expertise from engineers, psychologists, and computer scientists to bridge human–machine warfighting gaps.

The role emphasizes cross-disciplinary collaboration, guiding mission and systems engineering practices, and driving innovative research in areas like human–machine team behavior and