Network Effects Engineer for Denied Environments

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

Job summary

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) seeks a Network Effects Engineer to advance advanced research, development, and testing of communications systems for clandestine and resilient operations. You will integrate low-profile capabilities, design threat-representative topologies, and develop automation tools for T&E in demanding environments.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's in a technical field and 3+ years in network engineering or T&E; proficiency in Python/C/C++/Rust,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity, or closely related field.
• At least three years of professional experience in network engineering, coding, or Test and Evaluation (T&E).
• Programming proficiency in Python, C/C++, or Rust.
• Proficiency with Linux and network analysis tools such as WireShark.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills with initiative in independent and collaborative problem-solving environments.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% for field testing and operational integration.
• Ability to obtain Interim Top Secret clearance by start date and ultimately Top Secret clearance; U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Develop, evaluate, and qualify an evolving portfolio of network and comms enabled capabilities, determining their real-world operational impact, signature footprint, and clandestine survivability.
• Design, build, and orchestrate threat-representative network topologies and software-defined comms systems incorporating Anti-Detection and Anti-Censorship concepts to serve as test ranges tailored for unique mission profiles.
• Develop and deploy software automation and analytical tools used in Test & Evaluation (T&E) of comms and network-based effects.
• Collaborate directly with mission partners and operators, to translate sophisticated operational challenges in denied environments into actionable, low-profile technical solutions.
• Hone leadership skills by mentoring technical teams and driving them toward robust solutions for clandestine capabilities.

Skills

Network engineering

Programming

Linux

Communication

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

WireShark

Job description

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) seeks a Network Effects Engineer to advance advanced research, development, and testing of communications systems for clandestine and resilient operations. You will integrate low-profile capabilities, design threat-representative topologies, and develop automation tools for T&E in demanding environments.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's in a technical field and 3+ years in network engineering or T&E; proficiency in Python/C/C++/Rust,