Senior Systems Engineer - Hypersonic & Reentry Systems

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

Job summary

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) in Laurel, MD is seeking a highly technical Senior Systems Engineer to assess, design, and prototype next-generation hypersonic and reentry systems, contributing to national defense capabilities.

You will lead cross-functional teams, coordinate with government sponsors and industry partners, participate in major design reviews, and communicate findings through reports and briefings to leadership and sponsors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with complex hardware/software prototype development.
• Experience leading cross-functional engineering teams.
• Experience in design reviews and requirements analysis.
• Ability to interact with sponsors and government partners.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain/hold security clearance (Secret/TS).
• Active security clearance or eligibility for Secret/Top Secret.

Responsibilities

• Provide systems engineering leadership to assess capabilities and lead development of reentry/hypersonic systems.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, sponsors, military, and industry partners to develop solutions.
• Prepare for and participate in major design and requirements reviews.
• Participate in government working groups to evaluate concepts and proposals for sponsors.
• Engage with government and national leadership on defense programs.
• Produce reports and presentations communicating analysis results to leadership and sponsors.

Skills

Systems engineering

Leadership

Prototype development

Requirements analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Master's degree in Systems/Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering

Job description

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) in Laurel, MD is seeking a highly technical Senior Systems Engineer to assess, design, and prototype next-generation hypersonic and reentry systems, contributing to national defense capabilities.

You will lead cross-functional teams, coordinate with government sponsors and industry partners, participate in major design reviews, and communicate findings through reports and briefings to leadership and sponsors.