Lead, Research Infrastructure Systems Engineering

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 105,000 - 290,000; Full time

Job summary

Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) seeks a Research Infrastructure Systems Engineering Lead to apply systems engineering across REDD laboratory infrastructure. You will translate research and operational needs into facility requirements, technical specifications, and acceptance criteria for multiple facilities.

You will lead requirements development, assess interfaces, perform trade studies, and guide integration and operational readiness from planning through closeout,

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience applying systems engineering to complex technical systems.
• Experience in requirements development, interface management, and integration.
• Ability to translate research objectives into technical requirements.
• Clear technical communication and collaboration with stakeholders.
• Top Secret security clearance (U.S. citizenship required).

Responsibilities

• Apply systems engineering across REDD projects translating needs into facility requirements.
• Lead infrastructure requirements development and traceability.
• Evaluate equipment, utilities, and workflows for integration.
• Develop CONOPS and operational readiness criteria.
• Conduct assessments and trade studies of infrastructure alternatives.
• Review designs and documentation for consistency with research needs.
• Define verification and acceptance criteria for readiness.
• Represent REDD technically across planning, design, construction and closeout.
• Collaborate with BCFD and program teams on scope, schedule, budgets and risks.
• Engage sponsor-funded programs early in feasibility and requirements.

Skills

Systems engineering

Interface management

Trade studies

Technical communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering

Job description

Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) seeks a Research Infrastructure Systems Engineering Lead to apply systems engineering across REDD laboratory infrastructure. You will translate research and operational needs into facility requirements, technical specifications, and acceptance criteria for multiple facilities.

You will lead requirements development, assess interfaces, perform trade studies, and guide integration and operational readiness from planning through closeout,