Naval Combat Systems Engineer: Non-Kinetic & Directed Energy

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

Job summary

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory in Laurel, MD is seeking an Operational Systems Engineer to lead teams designing future combat systems with a focus on non-kinetic effects. You will work with government partners to integrate capabilities and serve as a SME on operational issues.

Responsibilities include integrating sensors and weapons systems, developing system requirements, and analyzing kill chains to improve operational effectiveness, including non-kinetic/directed

Qualifications

• Hold a BS degree in electrical engineering, mathematics, physics, computer science, or other related field.
• At least 3 years of related professional/operational experience in surface combat systems.
• Active duty experience in operational use of Navy combat management systems.
• At least 2 years' experience conducting performance analysis, requirements analysis, systems integration, or requirements engineering activities for DoD systems.
• Strong speaking and writing skills.
• Ability to organize tasks and coordinate work across multiple projects.
• Willing to travel 15% locally and 5% CONUS; occasional ship visits.
• Eligibility: U.S. citizenship with interim Secret clearance and ability to obtain Top Secret.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the integration of sensors and weapons systems for future combat systems.
• Provide systems engineering expertise and develop system requirements.
• Develop, integrate and analyze defensive and offensive combat systems across the Kill Chain.
• Lead integration of non-kinetic/directed energy systems onto Navy platforms.

Skills

Systems engineering leadership

Communication skills

Task organization

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

BS in electrical engineering / related field

MS in systems engineering

JPME (military education)

Job description

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory in Laurel, MD is seeking an Operational Systems Engineer to lead teams designing future combat systems with a focus on non-kinetic effects. You will work with government partners to integrate capabilities and serve as a SME on operational issues.

Responsibilities include integrating sensors and weapons systems, developing system requirements, and analyzing kill chains to improve operational effectiveness, including non-kinetic/directed