Resilient Weapon Control Systems Architect

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 245,000; Full time

Job summary

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory seeks a Weapon Control System Architect in Laurel, Maryland. This role includes analyzing operational data from weapon systems to enhance resilience, providing independent reviews of system updates, and participating in comprehensive system tests.

Candidates should hold a degree in Computer Science or Engineering and have experience with complex weapon control systems for the Navy or Air Force. A Secret clearance is required, with opportunity for Top Secret clearance, emphasizing the importance of cybersecurity.

Qualifications

• Professional experience with complex weapon control systems for Navy or Air Force.
• Active Secret security clearance, eligible for Top Secret clearance.
• U.S. citizenship required for classified information access.

Responsibilities

• Analyze data from deployed weapon systems.
• Provide system update reviews for hardware and software.
• Participate in system tests and data analysis.
• Influence future weapon system designs.
• Promote a resilience-first mindset in system design.

Skills

Complex weapon control system expertise

Data analysis of weapon systems

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Cybersecurity integration in design

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Job description

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory seeks a Weapon Control System Architect in Laurel, Maryland. This role includes analyzing operational data from weapon systems to enhance resilience, providing independent reviews of system updates, and participating in comprehensive system tests.

Candidates should hold a degree in Computer Science or Engineering and have experience with complex weapon control systems for the Navy or Air Force. A Secret clearance is required, with opportunity for Top Secret clearance, emphasizing the importance of cybersecurity.