Navigation Engineer

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

The Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory seeks a skilled Navigation Engineer to innovate in aerospace and missile systems. You'll design and analyze navigation systems and mentor junior staff in a collaborative environment. Ideal candidates are proficient in inertial navigation and sensor fusion, possessing a relevant Bachelor's degree. This role offers a competitive salary range from $90,000 to $230,000 annually, reflecting your skills and experience.

Benefits

Education assistance program

Health, dental, and life insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Flexible spending accounts

Qualifications

• Experience design and analysis of inertial navigation systems.
• Strong skills in sensor fusion and state estimation via Kalman filtering.
• Ability to conduct navigation simulation and model development.

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze navigation systems including strapdown algorithms and aiding filters.
• Mentor junior staff in GPS aiding and inertial navigation.
• Develop relationships with DoD sponsors for new Position Navigation and Timing initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Sensor Fusion

State Estimation

Navigation Simulation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mathematics

Bachelor's degree in Physics

Tools

MATLAB

Simulink

C++

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Base pay range

$90,000.00/yr - $230,000.00/yr

Description

Are you searching for exciting work in aerospace and missile systems engineering?

Do you have knowledge and experience in global positioning system (GPS) integration, inertial navigation and optimal estimation, and a desire to apply those skills to analyze, test, and improve weapon systems for our military?

If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL.

We are seeking a dynamic, creative engineer who will help us assess performance of weapon systems under development and influence future missile systems programs. You will join a team of expert analysts in an environment that values collaboration and innovation.

Innovations in areas like Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning (AI/ML) and alternative navigation solutions in GPS-denied environments offer exciting opportunities to shape the future of our nation’s defensive capabilities.

Our team supports a wide array of platforms, including hypersonics, cruise missiles, submarines, and autonomous flight vehicles. As a senior engineer, you will spearhead development of navigation solutions for these critical systems, leveraging your technical expertise and a passion for continuous learning.

As a Navigation Systems Engineer at APL, you will...

• Design and analyze navigation systems including strapdown algorithms and aiding filters fusing measurements from multiple sensors. We work with inertial measurement unit (IMU), GPS, terrain mapping sensors, and are working with multiple sponsors to identify practical GPS alternatives.
• Mentor junior staff and help ensure that our team maintains deep knowledge across multiple areas of GPS aiding and inertial navigation.
• Use simulations to predict system behavior and risks, leveraging both Monte Carlo and covariance-based methods to understand trends and perform high-level system trades.
• Analyze and assess contractor designs to assist program offices throughout the DoD acquisition cycle and interface with contractor community to help them design and build operational weapon systems.
• Develop and maintain relationships with DoD sponsors and other relevant stakeholders, working to conceive, develop, plan and execute new Position Navigation and Timing (PNT) initiatives.
  
  

Qualifications

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...

• Have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, Mathematics, Physics or another related technical field.
• Have experience design and analysis of inertial navigation systems, sensor fusion and state estimation via Kalman or other optimal filtering algorithms, or navigation simulation and model development.
• Have conducted analysis and development using MATLAB, Simulink, and C++.
• Have strong communication and interpersonal skills, and are skilled at developing relationships across diverse teams.
• Must be willing to travel up to approximately 50%.
• Are able to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Top Secret level 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.
  
  

You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...

• Have a PhD in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or other related technical discipline.
• Have successfully led navigation system design or analysis activities.
• Have experience and interest in related fields such as guidance and control systems or 6 degree-of-freedom modeling and simulation.
  
  

About Us

Why Work at APL?

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.

At APL, we celebrate our differences of perspectives and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at http://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact [e-mail].

The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL’s good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

Minimum Rate

$90,000 Annually

Maximum Rate

$230,000 Annually

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Defense and Space Manufacturing

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