Systems Engineering - Defense

We are seeking a senior engineer (or equivalent background) to help us lead teams to model, analyze, and develop the next generation of solutions to our nation's most challenging missile defense problems. As the threats to our defenses grow, we need creative thinkers and leaders that will push the boundaries of capability to ensure we stay ahead of these threats by thinking outside the box, taking risks, and collaborating across a team of engineers.

As a Senior Missile Defense Systems Modeling and Analysis Engineer...

Your primary responsibility will be leading teams and writing and using MATLAB to develop and analyze Missile Defense systems.

You will model, analyze, and lead performance assessments of fielded and conceptual systems and find opportunities for improvement. You will develop presentations to effectively communicate technical recommendations to APL leadership, government sponsors, and the engineering community.

You will contribute to a dynamic group culture to uphold core values through participation in collaborative teams and activities, as well as a dedication to continual improvement, innovation and risk-taking, and developing high quality products.

Have a Bachelor's in electrical engineering, physics, mathematics, or equivalent degree

Have at least 5+ years of experience in a professional engineering setting with Department of Defense focus

Have proven experience in leading complex, multi-disciplinary analyses

Have proficiency using MATLAB, including using Object Oriented capabilities, to conduct modeling and simulation, perform analysis, and create visualizations

Have proficiencyusing version control software to develop MATLAB simulations in a team environment

Excel in a multi-disciplinary team environment

Have or can obtain an Interim Secret security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Top Secret level security clearance. Have proficiency using MATLAB to develop event-driven simulations

Have a Top Secret or higher clearance

#The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.APL is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.