RF Sensor & Signal Processing Engineer (2027 Grad)

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

Job summary

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) seeks a physicist, mathematician or engineer to help develop algorithms and assess the performance of the next generation of RF sensor systems for land, air, and sea-launched interceptors.

You will derive requirements, run simulations, and collaborate with sponsors and teams to solve challenging air and missile defense problems, contributing to cutting-edge sensor technology in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in electrical engineering, applied math, physics, or related field.
• RF electromagnetic signals, environments or sensors
• Proficiency in MATLAB, C++, or Python
• Strong written and oral presentation skills
• Willing to travel up to 15% of the time
• US citizenship and ability to obtain a Secret-level security clearance

Responsibilities

• Derive requirements, perform trade studies, and analyze the performance of advanced sensor systems.
• Develop, implement, test and verify high-fidelity, physics-based simulations of sensors and environments.
• Act as APL's representative with sponsors and contractors and collaborate with other teams to solve difficult problems in air and missile defense.

Skills

MATLAB

C++

Python

RF signal analysis

Presentation skills

Travel up to 15%

Education

BS or MS in electrical engineering, applied math, physics, or related field

Job description

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) seeks a physicist, mathematician or engineer to help develop algorithms and assess the performance of the next generation of RF sensor systems for land, air, and sea-launched interceptors.

You will derive requirements, run simulations, and collaborate with sponsors and teams to solve challenging air and missile defense problems, contributing to cutting-edge sensor technology in a collaborative environment.