Weapons System Engineer

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education assistance

Robust retirement contributions

Healthy work/life balance

Job summary

A leading defense and technology lab seeks a Weapons System Engineer in Laurel, MD. This role involves advanced technical analysis and support for military defense projects. Candidates with a B.S. in relevant fields and experience in weapon system development are encouraged to apply. The position offers a salary range of $85,000 to $180,000 based on experience and skills, along with a collaborative work culture valuing creativity and innovation.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of professional experience related to weapon system development.
• Experience in early concept development, performance analysis, systems integration.
• Willing to travel to Government and contractor sites in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Perform systems level technical analysis and trade studies.
• Participate in engineering team meetings and technical development efforts.
• Support government sponsor in systems engineering activities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Systems thinking

Interpersonal communication

Education

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

Tools

UML/SysML

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Base pay range

$85,000.00/yr - $180,000.00/yr

Description

Are you enthusiastic about utilizing your analytical and technical skills to design and assess advanced weapon systems that support military warfare initiatives?

Are you a systems thinker with experience in systems engineering who is eager to make a significant impact on critical national defense programs?

Do you enjoy engaging with and enhancing intricate weapon systems?

If so, we believe this opportunity may be for you and we think you should apply to join our team at APL. We are seeking a highly motivated early career System Engineer for the development and evaluation of next generation solutions to our nation’s premier precision strike system. We need creative and innovative thinkers that will push the boundaries through creativity, and collaboration across a team of engineers to develop enabling technologies for advanced weapon systems.

As a Systems Engineer you will...

• Perform systems level technical analysis, trade studies, and analysis of alternatives
• Participate in engineering team meetings and overall technical development efforts
• Support the government sponsor in systems engineering activities such as developing requirements, identifying trade studies, developing interface control documents, developing system architectures, and assessing risks
• Develop formal communication through systems engineering documents, reports and present results to senior level government sponsors
  
  

Qualifications

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

• Have a B.S. degree in Operations Research/Applied Mathematics, Engineering, Physical Science or related field
• Have 1+ years of professional experience related to weapon system development
• Have experience in early concept development, performance analysis, systems integration, or requirements engineering activities for complex systems
• Have experience developing and customizing system modeling using UML/SysML and associated software
• Have strong interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills and ability to interact with sponsor representatives
• Have experience in system engineering principles and practices
• Are willing and able to travel periodically to Government and contractor sites within the continental U.S.
• Are able to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Top Secret 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...

• Have a Master's degree in Operations Research/Applied Mathematics, Engineering, Physical Science or related field
• Have 5+ years of professional experience related to military strike system
• Have direct experience applying aspects of MBSE in support of system development
• Have knowledge of DoD Planning, Programming and Budgeting, Acquisition Process/Lifecycle, Research and Development
• Have experience in weapon control systems, U.S. Navy surface combatants/submarines, Tomahawk or other strike warfare systems
• Have familiarity with software virtualization and computing infrastructure
• Have demonstrated ability to interface effectively with government sponsors
• Can obtain Top Secret clearance or hold an active Top-Secret clearance or above
  
  

About Us

Why Work at APL?

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.

At APL, we celebrate our differences of perspectives and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at http://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.

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].

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. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

Minimum Rate

$85,000 Annually

Maximum Rate

$180,000 Annually

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Defense and Space Manufacturing

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