Senior Dynamics Analyst — Multi-Physics Simulations

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory; Laurel (MD); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 290,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education assistance

Retirement contributions

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) in Laurel, MD, is seeking a Dynamics Analyst to shape technical direction and deliver integrated, multi-physics solutions for high‑impact government sponsors. The role collaborates with aerodynamics, structures, and thermal teams, utilizing MATLAB and industry tools to translate physics into robust simulation tools.

You will develop models, perform dynamics and aeroelastic analyses, and generate load cases for flight simulations while traveling up

Qualifications

• BS degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or equivalent.
• 6+ years of dynamics research or professional experience.
• Proficient in MATLAB.
• Willing to work full-time at the APL campus in Laurel, MD with telework up to two days.
• Ability to work independently and in multidisciplinary teams.
• Self-starter with direction-setting ability.
• Proficiency in related fields: Lagrangian dynamics, multi-body dynamics, modal analysis, multi-physics.
• Strong written and oral presentation skills.
• Willing to travel up to 5% as needed.
• Eligible for Secret security clearance; US citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate mathematical models of aerospace systems using MATLAB and commercial tools.
• Translate first-principles physics into robust simulation tools and models.
• Perform first-principles dynamics, vibration, and aeroelastic stability analyses.
• Generate realistic load cases for flight-vehicle simulations.
• Support on-site and off-site shock, vibration, and performance testing and reconcile data with predictions.
• Collaborate with aerodynamics, structures, thermal, and mission planning teams for multi-physics solutions.
• Document analyses, produce technical reports, and present findings to sponsors and partners.
• Leverage internal funding for self-directed research, patents, or conference papers.
• Produce concise technical reports, design reviews, and briefings.
• Present findings to internal teams, sponsors, and peer organizations.

Skills

MATLAB

Self-starter

Clear communicator

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

BS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

Abaqus

SIMPACK

ANSYS

LabVIEW

Job description

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) in Laurel, MD, is seeking a Dynamics Analyst to shape technical direction and deliver integrated, multi-physics solutions for high‑impact government sponsors. The role collaborates with aerodynamics, structures, and thermal teams, utilizing MATLAB and industry tools to translate physics into robust simulation tools.

You will develop models, perform dynamics and aeroelastic analyses, and generate load cases for flight simulations while traveling up