PhD Graduate: Autonomous Systems Design Engineer

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 102,500 - 227,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Robust education assistance program

Unparalleled retirement contributions

Healthy work/life balance

Job summary

A leading applied physics lab is seeking a 2026 PhD Graduate - Autonomous Systems Design Engineer to innovate in guidance, navigation, and control algorithms. This role involves hands-on experience in developing models, testing software within embedded systems, and collaborating with a team of engineers. Ideal candidates hold a relevant PhD and possess skills in MATLAB, C++, and sensors. This position offers a dynamic environment to tackle complex challenges in autonomous systems.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a PhD in a relevant field.
• Proven internship experience or extensive project work in related areas.
• Skilled in coding practices.

Responsibilities

• Pioneer design and research in control algorithms.
• Develop models for complex physics and sensors.
• Test software capabilities in embedded systems.

Skills

Problem solving

Knowledge of guidance systems

Programming in MATLAB/Simulink

Knowledge of sensors

Experience with embedded systems

Education

PhD in Aerospace Engineering

PhD in Mechanical Engineering

PhD in Electrical Engineering

PhD in Software Engineering

PhD in Physics

PhD in Mathematics

PhD in Computer Science

Tools

MATLAB

Simulink

C++

Python

Job description

A leading applied physics lab is seeking a 2026 PhD Graduate - Autonomous Systems Design Engineer to innovate in guidance, navigation, and control algorithms. This role involves hands-on experience in developing models, testing software within embedded systems, and collaborating with a team of engineers. Ideal candidates hold a relevant PhD and possess skills in MATLAB, C++, and sensors. This position offers a dynamic environment to tackle complex challenges in autonomous systems.