Naval Launcher Mechanical Systems Engineer – Digital Eng

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

Job summary

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) seeks a Mechanical-Systems Engineer to join the Launcher Systems Engineering section. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to develop analysis methods for deployed systems, modernize Navy hardware, and integrate new weapon systems onto Navy platforms.

You will lead creation of next‑generation systems and drive the transition from traditional Systems Engineering to Digital Engineering, with travel up to 10% to sponsor sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related field.
• 3+ years of relevant experience with Navy systems (product lifecycle management, hardware production, or Systems Engineering).
• Willing and able to travel approximately 10% to US Navy facilities, bases and contractor sites.
• Ability to obtain Interim Secret level security clearance and ultimately Top Secret clearance; US citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Gain a deep technical understanding of submarine launcher systems and other shipboard systems.
• Support system concept development, including Requirements, Functional, and Physical Architecture development for complex systems.
• Engage with Navy sponsor and prime/subcontractors to oversee hardware design and production for future weapon systems.
• Participate in test and evaluation efforts, including full-scale tests at government facilities or Navy platforms.
• Engage with multiple working groups across government and industry.

Skills

Navy systems experience

Security clearance eligibility

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related field

Job description

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) seeks a Mechanical-Systems Engineer to join the Launcher Systems Engineering section. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to develop analysis methods for deployed systems, modernize Navy hardware, and integrate new weapon systems onto Navy platforms.

You will lead creation of next‑generation systems and drive the transition from traditional Systems Engineering to Digital Engineering, with travel up to 10% to sponsor sites as needed.