Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab

2026 PhD Graduate - Optical/Electrical/Computer Engineering - Imaging Systems - QPI

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab$105K — $245K *
Technical Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • PhD in electrical/computer engineering, optical engineering, imaging science, computer vision, or equivalent.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
  • Strong interpersonal, presentation, and technical writing skills.
  • Must be able to obtain an Interim Secret Clearance and ultimately a Top Secret / SCI security clearance.
  • Intern experience in relevant fields is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Develop, evaluate, and deploy imaging system hardware, algorithms, and software.
  • Assist in brainstorming and developing new optical imaging concepts through internal R&D efforts.
  • Capture technical contributions in reports, papers, and presentations.
  • Present findings and recommendations at internal and external forums.
  • Support field integration and testing of developed systems.

Benefits

  • Work in a collaborative laboratory environment focused on innovation.
  • Engage in hands-on work with a meaningful impact.
  • Opportunity for personal development with a focus on impactful engineering.
Full Job Description
Description

Are you passionate about optical sensing, computer vision, and/or all things imaging?

Are you searching for an opportunity to apply your engineering skills in a creative and collaborative laboratory environment?

Would you love to engage in meaningful, hands-on work with an employer that prioritizes impact, innovation, and personal development?

We are seeking a creative PhD new graduate to join the Imaging Systems Group. As a member of our team, you will contribute to critical system development and experimental efforts. You will be joining an excellent team committed to crafting an environment of innovation.

As a member of our team...
  • Your primary responsibility will be to develop, evaluate, and deploy imaging system hardware, algorithms, and/or software.
  • You will assist in the brainstorming and development of new initiatives/concepts in optical imaging through internal research and development (IR&D) efforts.
  • You will capture technical contributions in internal me/reports and conference/journal papers, and present findings and recommendations at internal and external forums.
  • You will support field integration and testing activities of developed systems.

Qualifications

Minimum requirements for your role include...
  • Have a PhD in electrical/computer engineering, optical engineering, imaging science, computer vision, or equivalent.
  • Have demonstrated the ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team and possess strong interpersonal, speaking, and technical writing skills.
  • Are able to obtain an Interim Secret Clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Top Secret / SCI security 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 will go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...
  • Have a intern experience in electrical/computer engineering, optical engineering, imaging science, computer vision, or similar.
  • Have an active Secret level security clearance.

Minimum Rate

$105,000 Annually

Maximum Rate

$245,000 Annually

About Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is a research and development organization that provides solutions to national security and scientific challenges. The laboratory was founded in 1942 and is located in Laurel, Maryland. APL is a division of the Johns Hopkins University and is a not-for-profit organization. The laboratory has expertise in a variety of areas, including space exploration, national security, and healthcare.
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