Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab

2027 PhD Graduate - Computer Scientist - Tactical System Prototyping and Deployment

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab • $105K — $245K *
Laurel, MD 20707In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Physics or related field
  • Expertise in signal processing, computer vision, data science, data visualization, or radar tracking
  • Willingness to travel and work at military facilities including Navy ships and aircraft
  • Ability to secure an Interim Secret clearance and later a Secret level clearance
  • U.S. citizenship required for clearance eligibility

Responsibilities

  • Research and develop solutions for military operational shortfalls in diverse subject areas
  • Create algorithms and design systems for proof-of-concept prototypes in various engineering disciplines
  • Analyze and evaluate prototypes, including military operations
  • Support the transition of capabilities to government and industry stakeholders
  • Collaborate with a fielded team recognized for their advanced technological contributions

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional growth and leadership advancement
  • Access to cutting-edge technology and projects
  • Engagement in critical national defense initiatives
  • Collaborative work environment with established experts in the field
Full Job Description
Description

As a Computer Scientist and Researcher, you will...
  • Research, propose, and develop concepts to solve unaddressed, critical military operational shortfalls as a member of an established team that has fielded numerous highly regarded capabilities. Subject areas differ widely over time, but our current projects focus on improving the exploitation of airborne and ground based sensor data through object tracking, multi-sensor correlation, data management, and operational data display as well as on intelligent networks, resilient autonomy, and non-kinetic warfare integration.
  • Devise algorithms and perform system design and software implementation of proof-of-concept prototypes incorporating several engineering fields: signal/video processing, computer vision, real-time computing, radar theory, georegistration, data fusion, and visualization.
  • Conduct prototype analysis and evaluation including experimental operations at military facilities, and support transitions of capabilities to government or industry.

Qualifications

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...
  • Earned a PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Physics or a related field.
  • Are an expert in signal processing, computer vision, data science, data visualization, or radar detection and tracking
  • Can occasionally travel and work at government and military facilities, including underway on US Navy ships and aircraft requiring work outside of and in excess of normal working hours.
  • Are able to obtain an Interim Secret to start and then a Secret level security clearance some time after your start date. 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...
  • Experience with complex software development and knowledge of C++, Java, or Typescript in a Linux/Unix environment.
  • A track record of applying computer science/software development expertise to address emerging challenges.
  • Interest and initiative to grow into a leadership position.

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.
Learn more about Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab
Size
7,000 employees
Industry
Information Technology
Founded
1942
* Ladders Estimates

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