Mechanical-Systems Engineer, Shipboard Systems Group

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 245,000; Full time

Job summary

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory is seeking a Mechanical-Systems Engineer in Laurel, Maryland. This role focuses on developing and testing complex weapon systems for the Navy.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, with 3+ years of relevant experience. Candidates should be able to obtain a security clearance. The position offers a competitive salary, starting at $100,000 and going up to $245,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant experience with Navy systems.
• Willing to travel occasionally (10%).
• Able to obtain Interim Secret level security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Gain a deep technical understanding of submarine launcher systems.
• Support system concept development for complex systems.
• Engage directly with Navy sponsors and subcontractors.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Systems Engineering

Product Lifecycle Management

Hardware Production

Security Clearance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Are you passionate about developing, integrating, and testing large and complex weapon systems? Are you skilled at working with large, dynamic teams, problem solving, and focusing on technical detail? Are you eager to make critical contributions to a secure, sea‑based capability that guarantees our nation’s safety and security now and into the future? If so, then we want you on our team!

As a Mechanical-Systems Engineer, You Will

• Gain a deep technical understanding of submarine launcher systems and other shipboard systems.
• Support system concept development, including traditional Systems Engineering tasks such as Requirements, Functional, and Physical Architecture development for complex systems.
• Engage directly with our Navy sponsor and associated prime and subcontractors to provide oversight of hardware design and production efforts for future weapon systems and Navy platforms.
• Participate in a wide variety of test and evaluation efforts, including full‑scale system tests conducted at government‑owned test facilities or onboard Navy platforms.
• Engage with multiple working groups across both government and industry.

Qualifications

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you:

• Have a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field.
• Have 3+ years of relevant experience with Navy systems, particularly focused on product lifecycle management, hardware production, or Systems Engineering.
• Are willing and able to travel occasionally (10%) to US Navy facilities, bases and contractor sites.
• Are able to obtain Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain 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...

• Have a Master’s degree in Systems Engineering or a closely related field.
• Have worked directly with OHIO-class, COLUMBIA-class, or VIRGINIA-class hardware or software systems.
• Have experience developing TEMPALT packages for deployment on submarines.
• Have worked directly with the Strategic Systems Programs (SSP) or the Strategic Weapon System (SWS) as either a contractor or government employee.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact [e-mail].

Minimum Rate

$100,000 Annually

Maximum Rate

$245,000 Annually