NC3 Systems Engineer & Analyst

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off

Education assistance

Training and development

Job summary

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory is seeking an NC3 Systems Engineer and Analyst to support nuclear command and control systems. This dynamic role involves working closely with the Office of the Under Secretary of War for Acquisition and Sustainment, providing technical leadership and contributing to the development of mission success strategies.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, a minimum of five years' experience in command and control systems, and strong communication skills. An active Top Secret security clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, mathematics, physical science, or relevant technical field.
• At least five years of relevant experience in command and control systems for nuclear platforms.
• Strong communication skills to engage with senior leaders.
• Active Top Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Office of the Under Secretary of War for Acquisition and Sustainment.
• Provide technical contributions in the acquisition and sustainment of NC3 systems.
• Evaluate operational performance deficiencies and recommend improvements.
• Conduct assessments on existing and new data sets.

Skills

Command and control systems

Technical leadership

Data analysis

Integration planning

Risk management analysis

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant technical field

Job description

Description

Are you passionate about our nation's nuclear command, control, and communications (NC3) systems?

Can you drive multidisciplinary teams that shape the future of NC3 architecture and can turn complex data into executive level briefings?

If so, we're looking for someone like you!

We are looking for a dynamic and self‑motivated candidate to support the advancement of the nation's nuclear command, control, and communications (NC3) systems. They will work to influence requirements, policy, acquisition, and technologies.

As an NC3 Systems Engineer and Analyst, your responsibilities will be to:

• Work directly with the Office of the Under Secretary of War for Acquisition and Sustainment while stationed in the Mark Center in Alexandria, VA.
• Provide technical contributions and leadership in the acquisition and sustainment of systems, including overseeing and facilitating studies for the Government.
• Evaluate future NC3 systems to identify operational and performance deficiencies, recommend targeted improvements to strengthen command and control capabilities in coordination with mission partners and other FFRDCs and UARCs on‑site and off.
• Provide broad technical expertise across multiple NC3 systems and conduct assessments and analysis on existing and new data sets from multiple vendors.
• Architect, develop, and implement integration plans, working closely with stakeholders to ensure mission success, and propose creative approaches to address hard problems.
• Conduct acquisition risk management analysis of technical performance, schedule, and cost requirements, for NC3 portfolio programs and devise and implement standard methodologies for program and portfolio evaluation.
• Interact with technical specialists in other fields as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Detail work in technical reports and memoranda and present work to sponsors, stakeholders, and the technical community.

Qualifications

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

• Possess a Bachelor's degree in engineering, mathematics, physical science, or other relevant technical field.
• Have at least five years of relevant DoW‑related technical experience in command and control systems of military platforms and related systems for nuclear or strategic deterrence.
• Have experience with government program offices or operational commands and understand acquisition across the DoW systems development lifecycle.
• Possess strong written and verbal communication skills with a demonstrated ability to engage effectively with senior leaders.
• Demonstrate integrity, self‑motivation, and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and are willing and able to travel for sponsor visits and meetings while sitting primarily at the sponsor location at the Mark Center in Alexandria, VA.
• Are willing and able to travel to Laurel, MD for periodic meetings.
• Have an active Top Secret security clearance and can ultimately obtain a TS/SCI 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...

• Hold a Master's or doctorate‑level degree in engineering, mathematics, physical science, or other relevant technical field.
• Have at least ten years of experience on supporting tasks associated with NC3, DoW acquisition, and DoW Command and Control or Communications projects.
• Possess program or project management experience.
• Bring strong expertise in the NC3 domain and/or maintain existing relationships within the NC3 community.
• Have an active TS/SCI clearance.

Salary

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.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

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].

Contact

Links for further information are provided in the original site: https://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.