Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab

2027 Graduate - Physicist/Nuclear Engineer - Applied Chemistry and Physics

Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in physics, nuclear engineering, or a related field with a strong academic record.
  • Proficient in MATLAB, C/C++, Java, or Python programming languages.
  • Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills with team collaboration experience.
  • Willingness to travel for field tests and meetings with government stakeholders.
  • Ability to obtain a U.S. government security clearance, U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

  • Design, build, test, and evaluate scientific instrumentation for national defense.
  • Develop software and algorithms for radiological material detection.
  • Participate in field studies for technology development and performance evaluation.
  • Build and run Monte Carlo simulations for radiation transport modeling.

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment with multidisciplinary teams.
  • Opportunity to work on high-impact national security problems.
  • Direct mentorship from experienced scientists and engineers.
  • Exposure to cutting-edge technology and instrumentation.
Full Job Description
Description

Are you passionate about physics?

Do you want to tackle tough problems, make real-world impact, and drive the future?

If you are graduating with a degree in physics or nuclear engineering, and want to work on high-impact problems, we would love to have you join our team!

We are seeking talented individuals to join a dedicated, multidisciplinary team of physicists, nuclear engineers, materials scientists, and chemists. At APL, you will work directly with experienced scientists and engineers to develop novel detectors, build physics simulations, and push cutting-edge technology into the field.

As a member of our team, you will be among creative thinkers, motivated problem-solvers, and life-long learners that work to strengthen the safety and security of our country.

As a member of our team, you will....
  • Help design, build, test, and evaluate scientific instrumentation to address concerns related to national defense, terrorism, and weapons of mass destruction.
  • Help develop software to run test equipment, and algorithms to detect radiological material.
  • Participate in field studies, to help guide the development of new technology and evaluate performance.
  • Build and run Monte Carlo simulations to model radiation transport.

Qualifications

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...
  • Have a Bachelor's in physics, nuclear engineering, or a related technical field, with a strong academic record.
  • Are proficient in at least one of the following programming languages: MATLAB, C/C++, Java, or Python.
  • Have excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, and have worked successfully in a team environment.
  • Are able to travel occasionally for field tests, and to attend meetings with government partners and stakeholders.
  • Are able to obtain an Interim Secret level security by your start date and can ultimately obtain a 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 will go above and beyond our minimal requirements if you...
  • Have a Master's in physics, nuclear engineering, or a related technical field, with a strong academic record.
  • Have experience performing hands-on laboratory research, including in internships.
  • Have experience performing data analysis and writing scientific reports.

Minimum Rate

$85,000 Annually

Maximum Rate

$165,000 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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