Robotics & Autonomous Systems Engineer (Uncrewed Platforms)

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

Job summary

Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory LLC is seeking a Robotics and Autonomous Systems Engineer to design, develop, and integrate hardware, firmware, and software for uncrewed platforms. You will plan laboratory and field tests, validate performance, and refine system designs while advancing autonomy, perception, and mission coordination across multiple platforms.

You will document your designs and communicate capabilities to sponsors and teammates, collaborate with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Electrical, Computer, or Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• At least 3 years of experience developing uncrewed, robotic, or autonomous systems with hardware/software integration.
• Proficiency in Python and/or C++ for robotic systems with middleware and communication interfaces.
• Hands-on experience debugging electromechanical and software systems.
• Ability to independently own technical tasks and collaborate across engineering disciplines.
• Eligibility for Interim Top Secret security clearance; U.S. citizenship.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and integrate hardware, electronics, firmware, and software for uncrewed platforms.
• Plan and execute tests in lab and field to validate performance and refine designs.
• Develop autonomy capabilities including perception, navigation, and mission coordination.
• Document designs and communicate results to teammates and sponsors.
• Identify emerging robotics technologies and collaborate across teams.

Skills

Python

C++

Systems troubleshooting

Independent task ownership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Electrical, Computer, or Mechanical Engineering or related field

Master's degree in Robotics, Electrical, Computer, or Mechanical Engineering or related field

Job description

Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory LLC is seeking a Robotics and Autonomous Systems Engineer to design, develop, and integrate hardware, firmware, and software for uncrewed platforms. You will plan laboratory and field tests, validate performance, and refine system designs while advancing autonomy, perception, and mission coordination across multiple platforms.

You will document your designs and communicate capabilities to sponsors and teammates, collaborate with