Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab

Systems Engineer/Analyst

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab$100K — $245K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • B.S. in Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Applied Math, or equivalent.
  • 3+ years in engineering, technical analysis, or systems integration.
  • Proficiency in programming languages like Matlab, Python, or C++.
  • Experience in data analysis with clear communication of results.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Willingness to travel up to 10%.
  • Ability to obtain a Secret level security clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Develop new concepts for anti-air warfare and surface warfare.
  • Solve systems-of-systems integration challenges for U.S. Navy vessels.
  • Deep dive into combat systems like Aegis and Zumwalt.
  • Analyze data flows, software logic, and interfaces for new capabilities.
  • Conduct MS&A studies to inform design choices.
  • Generate systems engineering documentation including specifications and test plans.
  • Participate in technical interchange meetings to provide insight.

Benefits

  • Work on cutting-edge technology for defense and combat systems.
  • Opportunity to build deep expertise in next-generation military systems.
  • Collaboration with government and research partners.
  • Engagement in complex and impactful engineering challenges.
Full Job Description
Description

In the Distributed Tactical Awareness and Decision-Making Group, we work to solve command and control challenges related to sensor and weapon integration, information fusion, and distributed kill chains. We are seeking a detail-oriented systems engineer to integrate and network advanced weapons with sophisticated sensor systems into existing and in-development air and missile defense systems. You will be joining a team passionate about learning, innovating, and enabling the warfighter. You will have the opportunity to build deep subject matter expertise on the next generation of combat systems for the fleet and make real contributions to deployed systems.

As a Systems Engineer/Analyst you will:
  • Develop new concepts for anti-air warfare, surface warfare, and precision strike.
  • Solve complex systems-of-systems integration challenges for U.S. Navy surface combatants and unmanned surface vehicles.
  • Develop deep expertise on command-and-control systems such as the Aegis, SSDS and Zumwalt combat systems.
  • Conduct analysis of data flows, software logic, interfaces, and mission engineering to develop new capabilities.
  • Conduct MS&A studies to compare alternatives to inform design.
  • Generate systems engineering products such as performance specifications, requirements, trade study reports, concepts of operation, concepts of employment, and test plans.
  • Prepare for and participate in technical interchange meetings, providing technical insight to contractor, government agency, and research laboratory partners.

Qualifications

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you:
  • Have a B.S. in Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Applied Math or equivalent field.
  • Have 3+ years of experience in engineering, technical analysis, or systems integration..
  • Proficiency with a programing language such as Matlab, Python, C++, etc.
  • Experience with data analysis and ability to effectively communicate results..
  • Are able to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing..
  • Are willing to travel up to 10% of the time, as needed..
  • Are able to obtain a Secret level 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'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you:
  • Have an advanced degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
  • Have 5 years or more experience in engineering, technical analysis, or systems integration.
  • Have experience in AAW, BMD, SuW, or precision strike.
  • Expertise in weapons integration, multi-target multi-sensor tracking, or distributed systems architectures/algorithms.
  • Expertise with specific combat systems or combat system elements, including the Cooperative Engagement Capability, Ship Self Defense System, Aegis Weapons System, or the Zumwalt TSCE.
  • Are proficient with SysML/UML and Model-Based Systems Engineering.
  • Familiarity with object-oriented programming languages and modern SW architectures.
  • Have an active Top Secret or above security clearance.

Minimum Rate

$100,000 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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