On-Site Flight Systems Test Engineer - Sentinel Program

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory; Utah; On-site; USD 100,000 - 245,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Robust education assistance program

Unparalleled retirement contributions

Health and wellness benefits

Flexible spending accounts

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory is seeking a Systems Test Engineer to join their team on-site at Hill Air Force Base in Utah. This position involves supporting the Sentinel missile system program and requires strong communication skills and the ability to work across various engineering aspects.

The ideal candidate will have a B.S. in Engineering, Mathematics, or Physics and at least 2 years of experience in test engineering or flight system development. Key benefits include a robust education assistance program and substantial retirement contributions.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant technical experience in test engineering or flight system development.
• Willingness to relocate to Hill AFB vicinity in Utah and occasional travel.
• Active Secret security clearance with eligibility for Top Secret/SCI.

Responsibilities

• Maintain communication with APL program managers and on-site technical colleagues.
• Translate sponsor needs into verifiable system requirements.
• Support system-level trade studies and live flight test activities.

Skills

Test engineering

Flight test analysis

Interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Education

B.S. in Engineering, Mathematics, or Physics

Job description

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory is seeking a Systems Test Engineer to join their team on-site at Hill Air Force Base in Utah. This position involves supporting the Sentinel missile system program and requires strong communication skills and the ability to work across various engineering aspects.

The ideal candidate will have a B.S. in Engineering, Mathematics, or Physics and at least 2 years of experience in test engineering or flight system development. Key benefits include a robust education assistance program and substantial retirement contributions.