Reentry Systems Software Engineer

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation benefits

Education assistance

Job summary

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory seeks a Reentry Systems Software Engineer to join a collaborative team advancing hypersonic and reentry vehicle modeling and prototyping. You will develop and refine software that analyzes complex flight systems, producing insights for government sponsors and partners.

Applicants should have a physics/engineering oriented degree, strong C/C++ skills, and experience with modeling tools. Eligibility for security clearance and U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
• Experience with modeling and simulation tools using numerical methods.
• Experience with C, C++, or other high performance languages.
• Ability to obtain a Secret level security clearance by start date; U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance modeling and simulation software for ballistic missiles, hypersonic vehicles, and reentry systems.
• Optimize software to leverage modern hardware and language features.
• Own and maintain software that models complex flight systems.
• Produce analyses and presentations to communicate findings to team members and sponsors.

Skills

Modeling & simulation tools

C/C++

Software design

Security clearance eligible

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS, AE, or Physics

Master's degree in CS/AE/Physics

Tools

MATLAB

Python

GPGPU

Job description

Description

Are you interested in developing software for modeling and simulating complex flight systems?

Do you want to become an expert in hypersonic and reentry system design and prototyping?

Do you want to make contributions to next generation strategic flight systems that accelerate the readiness of our Nation's defenses?

If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team.

We are seeking a Software Engineer to help us analyze, develop and prototype next generation reentry systems, hypersonic vehicles, and enabling technologies. As a member of our team, you'll be making critical contributions to system level objectives and advance the development of these next generation systems. You will be joining a collaborative team who are passionate about innovation, committed to providing engaging challenging work, and promoting personal development.

As a Reentry Systems Software Engineer you will…

• Develop and enhance the modeling and simulation software we use to analyze a variety of ballistic missiles, hypersonic vehicles, and reentry systems
• Help optimize software to take full advantage of modern hardware and modern programming language features
• Own and maintain various software that model complex flight systems
• Produce analyses and presentations to communicate findings to team members, external organization partners, and government sponsors

Qualifications

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you…

• Have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, or a related field
• Have experience working with or developing modeling and simulation tools using numerical methods
• Have experience with C, C++, and/or other high performance scientific languages
• Have experience with software design and architecting, including designing library APIs and writing memory and CPU efficient code
• Are able to obtain a Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Top Secret level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.

You’ll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you…

• Have a Master's degree in Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, or a related field
• Have 5+ years of relevant software development experience in modeling and simulation tools
• Have experience with HPC or GPGPU programming
• Have experience binding lower-level languages (C/C++) to higher level languages (MATLAB/Python)

Benefits

The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign‑on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, long‑term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Minimum Rate: $85,000 Annually. Maximum Rate: $195,000 Annually.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact [e-mail].