Space Plasma Effects Engineer — Mission-Critical

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory in Laurel, MD seeks a Plasma Effects Engineer to evaluate and mitigate plasma effects on spacecraft through advanced modeling, simulation, testing, and analysis. You will collaborate with scientists and engineers to define system requirements and develop solutions that improve survivability in challenging plasma environments.

You will lead plasma test campaigns, analyze results, and report findings to sponsors, contributing to ongoing research and mission

Qualifications

• BS in Physics, Aerospace, Mechanical, Nuclear engineering or related field.
• 1+ years of experience modeling plasma systems (charging, wake formation, hypersonic plasmas).
• Experience with laboratory experimental plasma physics and instrumentation.
• Experience analyzing plasma data from experiments and flight tests.
• Ability to obtain TS/SCI clearance; US citizenship required.
• Ability to gain SAP access.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and mitigate plasma effects on spacecraft via modeling, simulation, testing, and analysis.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to define requirements and improve survivability.
• Develop and analyze plasma test campaigns using lab facilities, particle and plasma sources, and flight or on-orbit testing.
• Generate technical reports, present findings to sponsors, and contribute to the broader plasma engineering community.

Skills

Plasma modeling

Experimental plasma physics

Security clearance eligibility

SAP access

Education

B.S. in Physics / Engineering

M.S. or Ph.D. in Physics / Engineering

Tools

Laboratory plasma equipment

Laser plasmas

Job description

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory in Laurel, MD seeks a Plasma Effects Engineer to evaluate and mitigate plasma effects on spacecraft through advanced modeling, simulation, testing, and analysis. You will collaborate with scientists and engineers to define system requirements and develop solutions that improve survivability in challenging plasma environments.

You will lead plasma test campaigns, analyze results, and report findings to sponsors, contributing to ongoing research and mission