Systems Engineer & Mission Analyst — DoD C2 & MBSE Expert

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) is seeking a dynamic Systems Engineer and Mission Analyst to shape DoD/Navy C2 system performance analyses and to lead MBSE-driven evaluations. You will translate warfighter needs into architectures and requirements, driving disciplined digital engineering across teams.

You will apply MBSE tools and M&S to assess sensor fusion, comms and weapons interactions, supporting informed decisions for next-generation C2 systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field required with 5+ years DoD systems experience.
• Strong MBSE/DE background and familiar with DoDAF/SysML/UAF frameworks.
• Experience with MBSE tools and translating needs into architectures.

Responsibilities

• Lead systems and digital engineering efforts translating warfighter needs into mission architectures and requirements.
• Be part of the Trusted Agent/Technical Direction Agent team providing analytical assessments and solutions.
• Lead MBSE tool development to conduct concept and performance evaluations and design assessments.
• Apply modeling and simulation to analyze sensor, data fusion, comms and weapons systems for defensive kill chains.
• Perform statistical analysis to identify uncertainties and risks in M&S assumptions.

Skills

MBSE

DE tools

Cameo Systems Modeler

DOORS

Jira

Confluence

Python

Java

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Math/Physics/CS

Tools

Cameo Systems Modeler

DOORS

Jira

Confluence

Job description

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is seeking a dynamic Systems Engineer and Mission Analyst to shape DoD/Navy C2 system performance analyses and to lead MBSE-driven evaluations. You will translate warfighter needs into architectures and requirements, driving disciplined digital engineering across teams.

You will apply MBSE tools and M&S to assess sensor fusion, comms and weapons interactions, supporting informed decisions for next-generation C2 systems.