Submarine Combat System Test and Evaluation Analyst

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 in Laurel, MD is seeking a Submarine Test and Evaluation Analyst to evaluate advanced submarine technologies and influence Navy capability development.

You will join a team of analysts, engineers, and former warfighters to design end-to-end tests, conduct in‑lab and sea evaluations, and present findings to sponsors and stakeholders while pursuing security clearances.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Engineering or related technical discipline with submarine warfare qualification or equivalent experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with data-driven conclusions.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to build cross-functional relationships and collaborate across teams.
• Willingness to travel occasionally and embark on sea tests 1–2 years.
• Eligible for Interim Secret, with potential Top Secret clearance; US citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate developmental submarine technologies at algorithmic to end‑to‑end system level to guide Navy decisions.
• Develop end-to-end test objectives, methodologies, and performance measures.
• Communicate test methodologies and results to sponsors and external organizations.
• Plan, execute in‑lab test events at integrator facilities.
• Coordinate sea test events with developers, testers, and Navy laboratories; embed on test teams.

Skills

Submarine warfare qualified

Analytical data analysis

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Willingness to travel

US citizenship

Education

BS degree in Engineering or related technical discipline

Tools

MATLAB

Python

SQL

Job description

Description

Are you seeking to apply your submarine operational and tactical system expertise to assess essential U.S. Navy submarine technologies and influence their future direction?

Do you enjoy analyzing challenging problems and executing technical and creative solutions?

Are you looking for rewarding work with direct and immediate impact?

If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team of analysts, engineers, and former warfighters as a Submarine Test and Evaluation Analyst for the Signal and Systems Analysis Group (FPS/KTA)!

We are seeking a dynamic, creative, and analytical candidate with operational submarine experience to help us assess the performance and influence the capability development of the Navy's Submarine Advanced Processor Build (APB) state‑of‑the‑art tactical capabilities. Our team works heavily with system data and observations, combining sound technical acumen, creative problem solving, and domain knowledge to develop relevant and novel test strategies and measurement approaches. Our findings serve as key drivers of innovation that push the boundaries of submarine system capability and improve systems for Fleet end users. You will join a hardworking and expert team of analysts, engineers, and former warfighters in an environment that values collaboration and novel ideas. The Signal and Systems Analysis Group (KTA) provides data‑driven design and analytical assessments of Anti‑Submarine Warfare (ASW) system performance with operator in‑the‑loop to advance the warfighting capabilities of current and future systems. KTA is passionate about transforming DATA into operationally relevant KNOWLEDGE and is committed to a culture that prioritizes staff development and continuous innovation.

As a member of our submarine advanced development test team you will…

• Evaluate developmental submarine technologies at the algorithmic, functional, user interface, and end‑to‑end system level, enabling decision makers to make informed choices on the future direction of the Navy's submarine tactical systems. Your duties will include:
  • Determining appropriate analysis methodology and measures of performance, including exploring new approaches
  • Using thorough data analytics and systems engineering techniques and applying relevant operational and instructional expertise such as submarine mission operations and employment, sound propagation, and target motion analysis principles to perform analysis and draw conclusions
  • Communicating test methodologies and results to sponsors and external organizations
  • Planning, executing, and directing in‑lab test events at integrator facilities
  • Collaborating with a community of submarine system experts that include researchers, developers, engineers, and current and former Fleet personnel
• Coordinate, plan and execute occasional sea test events with developers, integrators, testers, and Navy laboratories. Your duties will include:
  • Developing end‑to‑end test objectives
  • Designing event test runs and defining a test schedule that efficiently stresses new tactical capabilities
  • Ensuring participation from other Navy platforms in support of test objectives
  • Defining logistics requirements including personnel assignments and shipment and setup of test hardware
  • Developing detailed measures of performance and data collection strategies to support post‑test analysis objectives
  • Leading planning meetings to achieve the above objectives
  • Creating a report that captures key findings during the test and briefing this report to stakeholders
  • Participating as an embarked member of the test team during at‑sea events to support test execution, system observation, and data collection

Qualifications

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...

• Possess a BS degree in Engineering or other related technical discipline and are Submarine Warfare qualified and/or have extensive relevant experience in submarine tactical systems operation and training associated with detailed operational employment of submarine sonar, combat, electronic warfare, and imaging systems
• Are passionate about improving system capabilities for Fleet end users in a collaborative environment
• Have a demonstrated ability to think critically and analyze data to draw meaningful conclusions and support decision making
• Have excellent oral and written communication skills
• Have strong interpersonal skills and are skilled at developing relationships across organizational teams
• Are willing and able to travel occasionally to participate in system test, delivery, and integration tests at sponsor or customer sites, and embark on sea tests about once every 1‑2 years
• Are able to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Top Secret level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.

You’ll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...

• Possess a MS degree in Engineering or other related technical discipline, with academic emphasis in acoustics, signal processing, RF communications, state estimation, etc.
• Have previous experience evaluating or analyzing U.S. Navy combat systems
• Have previous experience mission planning and/or coordinating at‑sea events (such as exercise events)
• Have classroom or practical experience with computer programming in languages such as MATLAB, Python, SQL etc.
• Have demonstrated experience leading teams or initiatives
• Have familiarity and comfort briefing and fielding questions from senior leadership and/or large groups
• Have an active TS level clearance

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact [e-mail].

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign‑on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, long‑term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development.

Minimum Rate

$100,000 Annually

Maximum Rate

$245,000 Annually