Missile Test & Evaluation Engineer – Field Tests & Analysis

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

Job summary

Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) seeks a Missile Test & Evaluation Engineer to design and document test plans, develop analysis tools, and perform evaluation for in-development Navy/Air Force strategic missiles, including Trident and Sentinel.

You will lead performance requirement development, plan execution of test activities, and participate in field site testing with post-flight analysis to mature designs. Strong collaboration with government partners is essential.

Qualifications

• BS in aerospace engineering or related field with at least 3 years of missile test & evaluation experience.
• Knowledge of flight/ground testing, aerodynamic performance, flight dynamics, and propulsion.
• Strong programming background; MATLAB proficiency.
• Ability to work with multi-disciplinary teams and communicate effectively.
• Willingness to travel 25–30 days per year.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain Interim Secret/Top Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Perform missile system test and evaluation for Navy/Air Force programs, including assessments of performance vs predictions and requirements.
• Develop performance requirements and evaluation plans for in-development missile systems.
• Advise government partners on test and evaluation planning and strategy.
• Develop data collection requirements to meet sponsor objectives.
• Support field site testing and post-flight analysis to mature system design.

Skills

Aerospace Engineering

Flight Testing

Flight Dynamics

Propulsion

Clearance Readiness

Verbal and Written Communication

Education

B.S. in Aerospace Engineering

Tools

MATLAB

Job description

Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) seeks a Missile Test & Evaluation Engineer to design and document test plans, develop analysis tools, and perform evaluation for in-development Navy/Air Force strategic missiles, including Trident and Sentinel.

You will lead performance requirement development, plan execution of test activities, and participate in field site testing with post-flight analysis to mature designs. Strong collaboration with government partners is essential.