Sensor Systems Engineer & Scientist — Radar, ML & Data

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 105,000 - 245,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education assistance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) in Laurel, MD is seeking engineers and scientists to join the Sensor Systems Group. You will engage with a team to develop sensor systems, analyze models, and prototype signal processing algorithms for defense applications.

You will work on machine learning for radar capabilities, test fixtures, and data-driven approaches, with opportunities to collaborate across disciplines and pursue advanced security clearances.

Qualifications

• PhD or expected PhD in a technical field listed.
• Experience with sensor systems, radar, or RF domains is preferred.
• Strong data manipulation and ML skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and analyze models of next generation radar and sensor systems.
• Prototype novel signal processing algorithms for military deployment.
• Apply machine learning to augment capabilities.
• Fabricate test fixtures to support test events.
• Apply data science to large datasets.
• Test radar systems to meet requirements.

Skills

Python

C++

Matlab

Data analysis

Machine learning

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Physics, Physics, Applied Physics, Applied Math, Math

Tools

Matlab

Python

C++

Job description

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) in Laurel, MD is seeking engineers and scientists to join the Sensor Systems Group. You will engage with a team to develop sensor systems, analyze models, and prototype signal processing algorithms for defense applications.

You will work on machine learning for radar capabilities, test fixtures, and data-driven approaches, with opportunities to collaborate across disciplines and pursue advanced security clearances.