Senior SSBN Navigation Systems Engineer

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory; Laurel (MD); Presencial; USD 105 000 - 290 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) seeks a Senior SSBN Navigation Systems Analyst to provide expert evaluation of naval navigation performance and to support field tests onboard submarines and ships.

You will independently assess navigation sensors, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with government sponsors to shape future Fleet navigation capabilities and training programs.

Qualificações

• BS in Mathematics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field—or equivalent Navy navigation systems training.
• 10+ years of U.S. Navy SSBN submarine navigation system experience.
• Hands-on familiarity with navigation sensors and navigation system architectures.
• Track record of leadership and staff mentorship.
• Strong written and verbal communication with ability to present technical findings.

Responsabilidades

• Serve as subject-matter expert on operation and performance of surface/subsurface navigation systems.
• Evaluate inertial navigation systems and aids, investigate anomalies in field test data.
• Lead studies of alternate navigation sensors and present findings to sponsors.
• Author test plans, provide test support, and analyze navigation sensor performance post-test.
• Provide independent technical assessments to inform Navy decisions on future navigation capabilities.
• Evaluate impact of procedures and concepts on system performance and propose improvements.
• Mentor staff and develop the next generation of navigation analysts.
• Support development of Fleet training devices and provide onsite training.

Conhecimentos

Navy navigation systems

Leadership and mentorship

Strong communication

Travel readiness

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

MS or PhD preferred

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) seeks a Senior SSBN Navigation Systems Analyst to provide expert evaluation of naval navigation performance and to support field tests onboard submarines and ships.

You will independently assess navigation sensors, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with government sponsors to shape future Fleet navigation capabilities and training programs.