Senior Reentry Systems Engineer – Strategic Weapons Programs

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

Benefits offered by this job

Education assistance

Retirement plan

Work-life balance

Sign-on bonus

Relocation benefits

Job summary

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) in the Baltimore-Washington area is seeking a Senior Reentry Systems Engineer to guide and coordinate advanced reentry system development for Air Force and Navy programs.

The role involves shaping program strategies, connecting sponsor needs with technical execution, and working with government sponsors, engineers, and industry partners to deliver impactful solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant professional experience.
• Subject matter expertise with strategic reentry systems or related defense tech.
• Experience with Navy/AF nuclear reentry systems and enabling technologies.
• Experience with government sponsors (SSP, AFNWC, AFRL, DOE labs).
• Understanding of government acquisition and development processes.
• Active Secret clearance with TS/SCI eligibility.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to coordinate across programs and organizations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate multiple advanced reentry system development efforts for Air Force and Navy programs.
• Translate sponsor priorities into actionable technical objectives and development activities.
• Provide technical and programmatic insight to guide development strategies, assess progress and risks.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams and industry partners.
• Prepare and present technical findings and recommendations to sponsors and leadership.
• Support development of program plans, roadmaps, milestones, and tech transitions.
• Participate in technical reviews, sponsor engagements, and program assessments.
• Identify opportunities to address sponsor needs and strengthen collaborations across organizations.

Skills

Strategic reentry systems

Ballistic missile systems

Navy/AF nuclear reentry experience

Government sponsor collaboration

Security clearance

Education

B.S. in Aerospace Engineering

M.S./Ph.D. in related field

Job description

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) in the Baltimore-Washington area is seeking a Senior Reentry Systems Engineer to guide and coordinate advanced reentry system development for Air Force and Navy programs.

The role involves shaping program strategies, connecting sponsor needs with technical execution, and working with government sponsors, engineers, and industry partners to deliver impactful solutions.