Graduate Engineer: Defense Systems & AI Tools
Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab
Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) seeks engineers and scientists to help design, implement, and test software for mission planning tools used by U.S. warfighters. You will work on multi-service planning capabilities, apply AI to optimization, and learn modeling/simulation tools to predict system performance and guide future designs. The role requires a degree in engineering or sciences and proficiency in C/C++, Python, TypeScript/JavaScript, or MATLAB. #J-18808-Ljbffr Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab
$85k
...and find loopholes in systems and processes? Do you... ...experience with systems engineering principles. Our... ...consideration if you: Are graduating with or have recently... ...threat intelligence, AI/ML, or similar technical... ...Understand Department of Defense operations, or DoD...For graduatesTemporary workFor contractorsWork experience placementInterim roleRelocation packageFlexible hours$105k
...and analysis on complex weapon systems in support of the U.S. Navy?... ...seeking a PhD in Mechanical Engineering ready to embrace challenges associated... ...MATLAB/Simulink and other tools. Implement coding best... ...to our nation's most critical defense, security, space and science...For graduatesTemporary workFor contractorsWork experience placementInterim roleRelocation packageFlexible hours$85k - $155k
Overview 2026 Graduate - Engineer/Analyst - System Modeling, Evaluation, and Planning at Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory Base pay range: $85... ...applying your STEM background to strategic deterrence and defense? Are you interested in defining methodologies that will...For graduatesFull timeTemporary workWork experience placementInterim roleInternshipRelocation packageFlexible hours$102.5k - $227.5k
Job Title: 2026 PhD Graduate - Systems Engineer/Analyst - Multi-Mission Planning Development at Johns Hopkins... ...such as achieving robust homeland defense, accelerating warfighting capabilities... ...of military mission planning tools and solutions to U.S. warfighters in the...For graduatesFull timeInterim roleInternshipSummer internshipWorldwide- ...University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) seeks engineers to design, implement, test, and cyber‑... ...used by U.S. warfighters across multiple defense domains. You will contribute to multi‑... ..., learn modeling and simulation tools, and engage with military users to translate...For graduates
- A defense and technology research organization in Laurel, Maryland seeks a Software Engineer to develop AI and software solutions for military applications. The ideal candidate will possess... ...include evolving defense planning tools and responding to warfighter needs....
$85k
...technical challenges? If you are graduating with a Bachelor’s or Master’s... ...Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mathematics or, Electrical... ...that are important to the defense of our nation. Our team Our... ...warfare integration. Perform system design and software implementation...For graduatesTemporary workWork experience placementInterim roleInternshipRelocation packageFlexible hours$85k - $155k
...leading research laboratory in Laurel, Maryland, seeks Weapon System Analysts and Software Engineers. Ideal candidates possess a Bachelor’s degree in a... ...role involves evaluating strategic deterrents and applying AI techniques to real-world problems. The position offers an...For graduates$92.5k - $171.5k
...is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers' mission... .... Job Title: Specialist, Systems Engineer Job Code: 39096 Job... ...prior relevant experience. Or, Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years... ...DOORS, Cameo suite of MBSE tools or similar, MS Visio....For graduatesWork at officeLocal areaFlexible hours$91k - $172.49k
...problems, then Rotary and Mission Systems is the place for you. The Work The Senior Systems Engineer will have the opportunity to... ...Martin is a global aerospace, defense, and security company dedicated... ...MATLAB, or Python as analytical tools for modeling, simulation, and algorithm...Full timeTemporary workWork at officeRemote workRelocationFlexible hoursShift work3 days per week$74k - $184k
...Description Department: Engineering Location: Mount Laurel,... ...The Role Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT), a leading... ...company, is seeking a Systems Engineer to be part of... ...Intelligence (AI) & Machine Learning (ML... ...Jira, and the Atlassian tool suite. Familiarity with...Full timeWork at officeImmediate startRemote work$105k - $245k
...in Laurel, Maryland is seeking a new PhD graduate with expertise in machine learning to join... ...tasks related to national security and defense applications. Ideal candidates should have... ...statistical analysis, and experience with modern AI/ML frameworks. This position offers a...For graduates$105k
...simulation and analysis on complex weapon systems in support of the U.S. Navy? Do you have... ...? We are seeking a PhD in Mechanical Engineering ready to embrace challenges associated with... ...using MATLAB/Simulink and other tools. Implement coding best practices and develop...For graduatesFor contractorsInterim role$85k
...our team at APL! If you are graduating with a Bachelor's or Master'... ...Science, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computational... ..., proposed and future space systems, sensors (EO/IR, radar, etc.... ...our nation's most critical defense, security, space and science...For graduatesTemporary workWork experience placementInterim roleFlexible hours$186.21k - $228k
...Summary You will serve as the Chief Systems Engineer in the Submarine Direct Reporting... ...the nation's most complex and critical defense acquisition programs. Learn more about... ...integrating advanced technologies (e.g., AI, autonomous systems), and implementing DevSecOps...Permanent employmentFull timePart timeInterim roleInternshipWork at officeLocal areaImmediate startRemote workRelocation$85.3k
...artificial intelligence (AI) to unlock insights... ...challenges in complex systems. The Complex Systems Group... ...across scientific and engineering domains towards national... ...and scientific computing tools, such as PyTorch, JAX,... ...nation's most critical defense, security, space and...For graduatesTemporary workWork experience placementInterim roleRemote workRelocation packageFlexible hours$85k
...boundaries of cyber defense? Are you excited... ...disciplinary team of systems, cybersecurity, and software engineers, who enable mission... ...developing novel tools. We leverage the latest... ...Are graduating with a Bachelor’s or... ...Have knowledge of AI/ML, Agentic AI, and...For graduatesTemporary workWork experience placementInterim roleInternshipLocal areaRelocation packageFlexible hours$127.5k - $236.5k
...is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers mission... ...security. Job Title: Lead, Systems Engineer Mission Protection Job... ...prior relevant experience. Graduate degree and a minimum of 7 years... ...background. System Tool Kit (STK) Level 2/3 Certification...For graduatesFor contractorsLocal areaFlexible hours$85k
...significant impact? If you are graduating with a Bachelor’s or... ...’s degree in Computer Engineering or a closely related... ...and future weapon systems, supporting sponsors and... ...database and engineering tools such as SQL Server, MATLAB... ..., and integrating AI solutions as appropriate...For graduatesTemporary workFor contractorsInterim roleInternshipImmediate startRelocation packageFlexible hours$85k - $165k
...Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory in Laurel, MD is searching for engineers with degrees in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering. Responsibilities include developing simulation tools for missile systems, participating in tests, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams...For graduates$85k - $165k
Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab in Laurel, Maryland is seeking an engineer to contribute to the design and prototyping of hypersonic and reentry systems. You will support design and analysis efforts, collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams on ground testing and simulation...For graduates$100k
...Description Are you a "systems thinker" with systems engineering experience that wants to create impact on nationally important defense programs? Do you love working with a group of dedicated... ...deterrent systems. You will utilize tools to analyze weapon system capabilities...Temporary workFor contractorsWork experience placementRelocation packageFlexible hours$73.74k - $153.16k
...technology and services integrators in the defense and government services industry. We... ...Overview SOSi is seeking a Systems Engineer C4l and/or C5ISRT experience to support... ...prototypes. Develop custom data processing tools in Python, C++. Provide detailed written...Full timeFor contractorsWork at officeWorldwideNight shift- ...Systems Engineer Base-2 Solutions is seeking a highly skilled Systems Engineer to join our... ...complex systems supporting critical national defense and intelligence missions. We are... ...switches System monitoring and management tools: Splunk, SolarWinds, Nagios, Zabbix...
$85k
...Radar System Engineer Are you eager to apply your expertise in radar systems, physics, modeling... ..., and/or data science to high impact defense challenges, and thrive in a collaborative... ...to create innovative sensor-performance tools. Collaborative Culture: Join a highly...For contractorsInterim role$130k
...Synergy ECP Systems Engineer Opportunity Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Columbia, Maryland... ...services to the U.S. intelligence and defense communities. The company leverages its... ...environments Modeling or simulation tools Clearance Required: TS/SCI w/...Work at officeFlexible hours$100k
...and results-oriented software engineer to develop and deploy high-... ...to evaluate Strategic Weapon Systems. Our team works across the full... ...and project management tools (e.g., GitLab, Jira, VS Code)... ...to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science...Temporary workWork experience placementInterim roleRelocation packageFlexible hours$105k
...your skills? If you are graduating with a PhD in... ...quantitative tasks for defense and national security applications... ...a varied team of engineers, software developers, statisticians... ...'s strategic weapons systems throughout their... ...experience using modern AI/ML libraries or...For graduatesTemporary workWork experience placementInterim roleRelocation packageFlexible hours$105k
...evolving technologies, particularly AI, to solve complex technical... ...AI—to accelerate research, engineering, and mission impact. As a... ...requirements if you... Possess a graduate level degree in IT-related or... ...our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science...For graduatesTemporary workWork experience placementRelocation packageFlexible hours- A leading applied physics laboratory in Maryland is seeking a Graduate Engineer/Analyst for System Modeling, Evaluation, and Planning. The role involves applying STEM skills to assess strategic weapon systems and working in a multi-disciplinary team. Candidates should...For graduatesFull time
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