Security-Cleared RF Seeker & Signal Processing Engineer

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

Job summary

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab is seeking a skilled RF Seeker & Signal Processing Engineer in Laurel, Maryland, to advance RF seeker design and processing for precision strike weapon systems. You will join a collaborative team, tackle complex challenges, and ensure top performance of innovative RF systems.

The ideal candidate possesses a BS in engineering or physics, with at least 3 years of RF seeker or radar experience. Knowledge of radar physics and proficiency in Matlab are essential. A security clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in RF seeker or radar systems engineering.
• Active Secret security clearance; eligibility for TS/SCI clearance required.
• Proficient in developing physics-based models of RF seeker components.

Responsibilities

• Model and analyze RF seekers for advanced weapons.
• Collaborate with engineers and scientists to drive innovation.
• Guide modeling and simulation of advanced seeker systems.

Skills

RF seeker or radar systems engineering experience

Matlab

Knowledge in radar physics

Coding skills (Python, C++)

Education

BS degree in electrical engineering, physics or a related field

Tools

RF measurement instruments

ADS, HFSS, Microwave Office

Ansys STK, AFSIM

Job description

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab is seeking a skilled RF Seeker & Signal Processing Engineer in Laurel, Maryland, to advance RF seeker design and processing for precision strike weapon systems. You will join a collaborative team, tackle complex challenges, and ensure top performance of innovative RF systems.

The ideal candidate possesses a BS in engineering or physics, with at least 3 years of RF seeker or radar experience. Knowledge of radar physics and proficiency in Matlab are essential. A security clearance is required.