Senior GN&C Control Systems Engineer – Hypersonic Missile

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

Job summary

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory in Laurel, Maryland is seeking an experienced GN&C engineer to join their team. This role focuses on the analysis and design of missile systems and requires expertise in feedback control systems. Applicants should possess a Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields along with significant experience in strategic weapon systems.

Responsibilities include conducting autopilot analyses, mentoring junior staff, and presenting technical work. The offered salary ranges from $100,000 to $245,000 annually, along with the opportunity for security clearance requirements.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in strategic weapon systems including hypersonic or ballistic missile systems.
• Demonstrated experience in autopilot and control systems design and analysis.
• Ability to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct autopilot and control trade studies and analyses for missile systems.
• Provide technical leadership to teams and mentor junior staff.
• Present work to internal audience and sponsors.

Skills

Expertise in feedback control systems

Strong communication skills

Experience with MATLAB

Experience with Simulink

Experience with C++

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering or related field

Job description

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory in Laurel, Maryland is seeking an experienced GN&C engineer to join their team. This role focuses on the analysis and design of missile systems and requires expertise in feedback control systems. Applicants should possess a Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields along with significant experience in strategic weapon systems.

Responsibilities include conducting autopilot analyses, mentoring junior staff, and presenting technical work. The offered salary ranges from $100,000 to $245,000 annually, along with the opportunity for security clearance requirements.