Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab

2027 Graduate - Robotic/Autonomous Systems Engineer - Maritime Robotics

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

Qualifications

  • BS/MS in Computer Science, Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
  • Skilled in software or mechanical design for robotics
  • Commitment to learning and applying new skills
  • Able to collaborate effectively in a team
  • Must obtain Interim Secret security clearance and eligible for Secret clearance

Responsibilities

  • Prototype next-generation robotic solutions for Navy challenges
  • Work in collaborative, multidisciplinary teams on software and hardware solutions
  • Rapidly prototype solutions from conception through field testing

Benefits

  • Collaborative development environment
  • Opportunity to work on groundbreaking robotics projects
  • Engagement with experienced engineers across multiple disciplines
  • Experience with real-world applications in unmanned vehicles
  • Possibility of a security clearance enhancement
Full Job Description
Description

Are you motivated to develop solutions to challenging problems in the field of robotics?

If you are graduating with a degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field and wish to work on some of the most challenging technical pr blems in robotics, we'd love to have you join our team! We are seeking engineers with educational experience and interest that aligns with the broad, exciting field of robotics. You will join a hardworking team of engineers in a collaborative development environment that spans software, hardware, and field testing. Our team works across a broad range of disciplines including machine perception, autonomous decision-making, data fusion, control systems, and mechanical design with applications across Uncrewed Air, Sea Surface, and Underwater vehicles.

As a member of our team..
  • Your primary responsibility will be to prototype next-generation robotic solutions to help address critical challenges facing our Navy.
  • You will work on highly collaborative, multidisciplinary teams to solve problems that span both software and hardware.
  • You will be part of an outstanding, committed team of engineers with deep experience in rapidly prototyping solutions from conception through field testing.


Qualifications

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...
  • Have a BS/MS in Computer Science, Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
  • Are skilled in software or mechanical design methodologies and techniques that can be applied to robotic systems.
  • Have a commitment to learning and a willingness to pick up and apply new skills.
  • Have the ability to work and collaborate effectively in a team environment.
  • Are able to obtain an Interim Secret security clearance 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'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...
  • Have classroom or professional experience working closely with robotic systems, autonomous systems, or machine perception (including machine learning) algorithms.
  • Have experience developing in a modern, collaborative software or hardware development environment.
  • Possess a current active Secret clearance.


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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