Radar & Sensor Systems Engineer — Data-Driven Defense

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is seeking engineers and scientists to join our Sensor Systems Group, which develops and tests cutting-edge radar and sensor systems for national security. You will work with a team of researchers to deliver high-impact solutions backed by analytic rigor.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's or Master’s degree in a listed technical field, knowledge of Matlab/Python/C++, strong problem-solving and communication skills, and the ability to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a listed engineering/science field
• Knowledge of Matlab, Python, and C++
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Eligibility for Interim Secret clearance (U.S. citizenship required)

Responsibilities

• Develop and analyze models of next generation radar and sensor systems
• Prototype novel signal processing algorithms for military deployment
• Apply data science and machine learning to large datasets
• Test radar systems to meet requirements
• Fabricate test fixtures to support test events
• Use ML techniques to augment current and future capabilities

Skills

Matlab

Python

C++

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Physics, Physics, Applied Physics, Applied Math, Math, or related field

Master's degree in a related field (preferred)

Tools

Matlab

Python

C++

Job description

Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is seeking engineers and scientists to join our Sensor Systems Group, which develops and tests cutting-edge radar and sensor systems for national security. You will work with a team of researchers to deliver high-impact solutions backed by analytic rigor.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's or Master’s degree in a listed technical field, knowledge of Matlab/Python/C++, strong problem-solving and communication skills, and the ability to