PhD Engineer - Missile Defense Modeling & Simulation

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 105,000 - 245,000; Full time

Job summary

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is seeking PhD-level researchers to advance Missile Defense concepts and systems. You will apply math, engineering, and physics to models, simulations, and analyses of sensors, battle management, communications, and kinetic/non-kinetic defenses.

Join a collaborative team solving challenging national security problems, with opportunities to develop prototypes, analyze real systems, and transition ideas to fielded capabilities.

Qualifications

• Must have PhD in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Physics, Physics or Mathematics.
• Strong programming and analytical skills, plus ability to write and present technical material.
• Proficiency with MATLAB for analysis, algorithm development or data visualization.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to development and assessment of Missile Defense systems.
• Model, analyze, and assess fielded systems; develop innovative concepts and algorithms.
• Prepare presentations communicating technical recommendations to leadership and sponsors.

Skills

Programming

Technical writing

Presentation

Math & Physics

Education

PhD in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Physics, Physics, Mathematics

Tools

MATLAB

Job description

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is seeking PhD-level researchers to advance Missile Defense concepts and systems. You will apply math, engineering, and physics to models, simulations, and analyses of sensors, battle management, communications, and kinetic/non-kinetic defenses.

Join a collaborative team solving challenging national security problems, with opportunities to develop prototypes, analyze real systems, and transition ideas to fielded capabilities.