Senior Reentry Systems Engineer for Strategic Programs

Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory LLC; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 105,000 - 290,000; Full time

Job summary

Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory LLC seeks a Senior Reentry Systems Engineer to guide multi-program reentry efforts for Air Force and Navy sponsors. You will connect sponsor needs with technical execution, assess risks, and help shape future capabilities through collaboration with government, labs, and industry partners.

You will lead technical reviews, roadmaps, and strategy development while ensuring meaningful outcomes for national security missions.

Qualifications

• You meet a B.S. in Aerospace Engineering or related field and 10+ years of relevant experience.
• You have subject matter expertise with strategic reentry systems and ballistic missile tech.
• You understand Navy/AF nuclear reentry systems and related tech.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate advanced reentry system development across Air Force and Navy programs.
• Translate sponsor priorities into actionable technical objectives.
• Provide guidance on development strategies, risks, and progress.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on vehicle concepts and technologies.
• Support program plans, roadmaps, milestones, and tech maturation.
• Present findings and recommendations to sponsors and leadership.
• Identify opportunities and strengthen sponsor relationships.

Skills

Aerospace Eng

Strategic reentry

Missile systems

Security clearance

Team collaboration

Government programs

Education

B.S. Aerospace Eng

Job description

Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory LLC seeks a Senior Reentry Systems Engineer to guide multi-program reentry efforts for Air Force and Navy sponsors. You will connect sponsor needs with technical execution, assess risks, and help shape future capabilities through collaboration with government, labs, and industry partners.

You will lead technical reviews, roadmaps, and strategy development while ensuring meaningful outcomes for national security missions.