Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab

National Security Space Mission Engineer

Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in systems engineering, computer science, physics, mathematics, or related discipline.
  • 5+ years of systems engineering experience, particularly space systems and national security.
  • Proficiency with MBSE modeling tools (e.g., Cameo, Rhapsody, SPARX EA).
  • Experience in defining space architectures and conducting mission engineering.
  • Strong analytical and communication skills.
  • Proven ability to innovate and lead internal research projects.
  • Experience with modeling and simulation of space systems or physics-based applications.

Responsibilities

  • Develop system models for complex mission systems.
  • Collaborate with experts to create engineering models for decision making.
  • Create and maintain SysML-based systems models using MBSE.
  • Support multiple programs in mission engineering and architecture.
  • Provide MBSE expertise to the engineering team.

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance options.
  • Retirement plans with employer contributions.
  • Flexible work hours and potential for remote work.
  • Professional development and training opportunities.
  • Support for obtaining necessary security clearances.
Full Job Description
Description

Are you motivated to apply your systems engineering skills to inform the future of our nation's space control architecture?

Are you an "end-to-end systems thinker" with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) experience who is looking to have an impact on our National Security Space & Civil Space programs?

Are you passionate about working on complex challenges by applying advanced systems engineering and development principles and applying digital engineering tools and techniques to revolutionize how complex systems are designed and developed?

If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL!

We are seeking a Mission Engineer to perform development of national security space missions and systems-of-systems modeling for space control architectures in a digital engineering environment using Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) techniques & practices. You will be working with a hardworking team of engineers to provide vital mission engineering, systems engineering, and software engineering expertise to nationally important space capabilities.

As a part of our team...
  • Your primary responsibility will be to develop and utilize system models for the design and implementation of complex systems and systems-of-systems critical to the warfighter.
  • You will collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams of subject matter experts to develop engineering models for the purpose of informing decision makers, simplifying design and test, and understanding system performance.
  • You will create and maintain descriptive Systems Modeling Language (SysML) based systems models using MBSE methods and tools.
  • You will support or lead efforts on multiple programs and solicit stakeholder needs for mission engineering and architecture implementation.
  • You will provide mission engineering and MBSE expertise to the entire engineering team.

Qualifications

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you have...
  • A Bachelor's degree in systems engineering, computer science, physics, mathematics, statistics, or other engineering or related discipline.
  • 5+ years of professional experience in systems engineering, space systems, national security architectures, and/or MBSE practices and techniques
  • Systems architecting/Mission Engineering experience with MBSE modeling tools using associated modeling software, such as Cameo, Rhapsody, or SPARX EA.
  • Demonstrated experience defining and refining space architectures
  • Strong analytical, verbal, written, interpersonal, and critical thinking skills
  • A drive to explore novel techniques and work with similarly-minded experts to conceive, propose, and execute your own internal research projects
  • Experience with modeling, simulation, or performance analysis of space systems and constellations, or physics-based modeling for space applications
  • Ability to travel up to 10% as needed
  • Hold an active Top Secret security clearance and can ultimately obtain TS/SCI 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 a Master's Degree or higher in engineering or related technical field
  • Have relevant Object Management Group (OMG), INCOSE certification, Graduate Certificate or other systems engineering certifications
  • Experience building modeling and simulation systems and models to assess space-based systems, tracking systems, or communications networks
  • Experience with digital engineering methodologies, standards, and the DoD Digital Engineering Strategy
  • Have experience or knowledge of higher-level programming languages (e.g. Python, C++, Java) and analysis tools (MATLAB)
  • Have demonstrated experience incorporating various AI models into your workflow

Minimum Rate

$85,000 Annually

Maximum Rate

$195,000 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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