Junior Accuracy Analyst — Physics-Based Modeling & Evaluation

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

Benefits offered by this job

retirement plans

paid time off

medical

dental

vision

life insurance

short-term disability

long-term disability

flexible spending accounts

education assistance

training and development

Job summary

The Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory in Laurel, MD is seeking an entry‑level analyst to support the technical evaluation of the nation’s primary strategic deterrents. You will join a multidisciplinary team of engineers, physicists, and mathematicians who are passionate about independent evaluation and learning.

Mentorship by world‑class experts will help you grow into a specialist in physics‑based modeling and statistical inference, with opportunities to contribute to testing

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Physics, Applied Math, Applied Statistics, Engineering required.
• Strong skills in C++, MATLAB, or Python.
• Solid grasp of linear algebra, calculus, and basic probability.
• Willing to obtain interim Secret clearance by start date and eligibility for Top Secret.
• U.S. citizenship is required for access to classified information.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and refine high-fidelity physics models of complex systems.
• Process real-world data from tests to identify model discrepancies.
• Design experiments and determine data needed to validate physics hypotheses.
• Develop accuracy requirements and evaluate progress during system development.
• Build and automate data analysis software in C++, MATLAB, or Python.
• Document findings and contribute to technical reports.

Skills

C++

MATLAB

Python

Physics

Linear algebra

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Physics, Applied Math, Applied Statistics, Engineering

Master’s degree in Physics, Applied Math, Applied Statistics, Engineering

Tools

GitHub

Job description

The Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory in Laurel, MD is seeking an entry‑level analyst to support the technical evaluation of the nation’s primary strategic deterrents. You will join a multidisciplinary team of engineers, physicists, and mathematicians who are passionate about independent evaluation and learning.

Mentorship by world‑class experts will help you grow into a specialist in physics‑based modeling and statistical inference, with opportunities to contribute to testing