Systems Engineer, Next-Gen Weapon Systems (MBSE)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits

Education assistance program

Retirement contributions

Job summary

A leading research institution seeks an early career System Engineer to develop and evaluate solutions for advanced weapon systems in national defense. Located in Laurel, Maryland, this role requires a B.S. degree and 1+ years of relevant experience. The ideal candidate will engage with complex systems, perform technical analysis, and participate in team meetings to support military initiatives. Generous benefits, including education assistance and a healthy work/life balance, are provided.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of professional experience related to weapon system development.
• Experience in early concept development and systems integration.
• Strong communication skills to interact with sponsor representatives.

Responsibilities

• Perform systems level technical analysis and trade studies.
• Participate in engineering team meetings and technical development efforts.
• Develop formal communication through systems engineering documents.

Skills

Systems engineering

UML/SysML

Interpersonal communication

Requirements engineering

Performance analysis

Systems integration

Education

B.S. degree in Operations Research/Applied Mathematics, Engineering, Physical Science or related field

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

A leading research institution seeks an early career System Engineer to develop and evaluate solutions for advanced weapon systems in national defense. Located in Laurel, Maryland, this role requires a B.S. degree and 1+ years of relevant experience. The ideal candidate will engage with complex systems, perform technical analysis, and participate in team meetings to support military initiatives. Generous benefits, including education assistance and a healthy work/life balance, are provided.