Missile Defense Engineer: AI/ML & Data Fusion Prototyper

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory; Schriever Space Force Base (CO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 245,000; Full time

Job summary

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) in Colorado Springs seeks a Missile Defense Engineer to tackle national security challenges, bridging missile defense and space domains. You will develop algorithms, data fusion, and AI/ML approaches, and work with real-world systems to transition ideas into fielded capabilities.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's or Master's in a technical field, 3+ years with DoD C2 systems, strong programming skills (MATLAB, C/C++, Python, Java),

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, or similar.
• Proficient in MATLAB, C++, C, Python, Java, or similar.
• Have at least 3 years of experience working with DoD Command and Control systems.
• Hold an active Top Secret security 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.

Responsibilities

• Conducting research and development activities creating concepts that identify and fill gaps in the U.S. Defense systems
• Implementing novel algorithms that redefine the state of the art in our nation's defensive systems
• Developing sophisticated Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning approaches for solving complex problems
• Crafting novel data fusion, object tracking, and discrimination improvements for distributed defensive concepts
• Using modern programming languages to develop and test technical solutions
• Developing prototype capabilities and working with real-world systems to transition ideas to fielded systems
• Testing contractor algorithm implementation against government performance requirements
• Effectively communicating technical recommendations to APL leadership, government sponsors, and the engineering community
• Contributing to a dynamic group culture that values participation in collaborative teams and activities, and dedication to continual improvement, innovation, and risk-taking

Skills

MATLAB

C++

C

Python

Java

Top Secret clearance

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, or similar

Job description

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) in Colorado Springs seeks a Missile Defense Engineer to tackle national security challenges, bridging missile defense and space domains. You will develop algorithms, data fusion, and AI/ML approaches, and work with real-world systems to transition ideas into fielded capabilities.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's or Master's in a technical field, 3+ years with DoD C2 systems, strong programming skills (MATLAB, C/C++, Python, Java),