Mission Systems Engineer - MBSE & Warfighter Architect

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

Job summary

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) seeks a Systems Engineer to architect and implement mission-centered, model-based capabilities advancing augmented human decision making. You will develop enterprise-grade, distributed software and decision-support tools enabling warfighters to harness sensors, weapons, and platforms for precision strike missions.

APL emphasizes engineering rigor and collaboration, offering a supportive environment for innovation.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in a relevant engineering field.
• Interest in systems engineering, software engineering, decision science, cybersecurity or AI/ML.

Responsibilities

• Apply systems thinking to translate needs into architectures and requirements.
• Design and build MBSE models (SysML/UAF) for mission systems.
• Work in cutting-edge R&D, exploring paths in uncertain areas.
• Collaborate with sponsors, warfighters, and partners to deliver solutions.
• Provide software support to maximize mission effectiveness.
• Join multi-disciplinary teams solving complex system-of-systems problems.

Skills

Systems thinking

MBSE

SysML/UAF

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Systems Engineering or related fields

Tools

SysML/UAF modeling

Job description

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) seeks a Systems Engineer to architect and implement mission-centered, model-based capabilities advancing augmented human decision making. You will develop enterprise-grade, distributed software and decision-support tools enabling warfighters to harness sensors, weapons, and platforms for precision strike missions.

APL emphasizes engineering rigor and collaboration, offering a supportive environment for innovation.