Hypersonic Trajectory Design & Mission Analysis Engineer

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory seeks a trajectory design and mission analysis engineer to develop models, numerical algorithms, and novel approaches for mission planning and evaluation of missile systems. You will join a multidisciplinary team of engineers, physicists, and mathematicians who are passionate about independent evaluation and innovation.

The role involves modeling hypersonic dynamics, developing mission-planning software, and presenting work to sponsors,

Qualifications

• Hold a B.S. in an engineering discipline, computational science, applied mathematics, or a related technical field.
• Are proficient with a high‑level programming language, such as MATLAB or Python.
• Have demonstrated experience working with complex mathematical models.
• 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...

Responsibilities

• Model the dynamics of hypersonic vehicles in varying environments.
• Develop software for mission planning and flight system evaluation using advanced numerical optimization methods.
• Design methods for evaluating and testing developed software.
• Document and present work to sponsors and third‑party collaborators.
• Interact with sponsors and external representatives to formulate concepts of operation for these novel and advanced technologies.

Skills

MATLAB

Python

C++

Numerical optimization

Flight dynamics

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, computational science, applied mathematics, or related field

Master's degree in engineering, computational science, or applied mathematics

Tools

MATLAB

Python

C++

Job description

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory seeks a trajectory design and mission analysis engineer to develop models, numerical algorithms, and novel approaches for mission planning and evaluation of missile systems. You will join a multidisciplinary team of engineers, physicists, and mathematicians who are passionate about independent evaluation and innovation.

The role involves modeling hypersonic dynamics, developing mission-planning software, and presenting work to sponsors,