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Full-time
bachelor degree, postgraduate degree
Retirement contributions, Education assistance program, Medical insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, Life insurance
Posted 23d ago
Apply by Aug 19
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Develop and modify physics-based models and algorithms for weapons, threat missiles, and submersibles using MATLAB/Simulink and C++. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to manage the full system development pipeline from conception to integration and testing.
Requirements
Requires a Bachelor's degree in a technical field with at least 5 years of experience and proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink, Python, or C++. Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret level security clearance and must be U.S. citizens.
Full job description
Description
Would you be interested in helping shape the next generation of US defense capability?
Are you looking for meaningful work developing physics-based simulations for innovative technologies to support our warfighters while working with an employer that prioritizes impact, innovation, and personal development?
If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL!
We are seeking a creative, motivated engineer to help us develop simulations of US weapons, threat missiles, and submersibles. You will have opportunities to develop groundbreaking solutions to the nation 's toughest multidisciplinary problems. Our group has a well-rounded mix of people that like to explore, build, share, invent, and collaborate.
As a Modeling and Simulation Engineer, every day will bring exciting new challenges, including:
Connecting with other teams to participate in the full pipeline of system development, from conception to integration.
Contributing to and possibly leading technical teams to develop and modifying algorithms and physics-based models implemented in dynamic simulations using MATLAB/Simulink and modern C++.
Building high fidelity, six degree-of-freedom simulations and using them to analyze the performance of a variety of systems.
Working across subject areas to solve multidisciplinary problems and ensuring we provide our sponsors with the best solutions. This could range from supporting pre-design efforts to the testing of hardware prior to deployment.
Qualifications
You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...
Possess at least a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, or another related technical field with 5 years technical experience.
Have the capability to independently develop models, execute technical analysis, compile and validate results, and present to external sponsors.
Have demonstrated ability developing physics-based models and simulations.
Have significant experience with MATLAB/Simulink, Python, and/or C++.
Have some background in missile flight dynamics or guidance and control.
Are able to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Secret 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...
Possess a Master's degree or PhD in Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, or another related technical field.
Have 10+ years of technical experience.
Have a background in researching and developing vehicle designs for multiple applications, including missiles, hypersonics, autonomous aerial vehicles, autonomous underwater vehicles, and submersibles.
Have an ability to absorb perspectives of a sophisticated system that may be unfamiliar to you from assorted team members and form them into a cohesive system-level view.
Have experience in balancing analysis fidelity to answer questions.
Have enough depth with numerical methods to understand/bypass potential shortfalls and can choose well-suited algorithms for a given problem.
Have experience developing and maintaining large software architectures.
Have demonstrated experience in performing multidisciplinary analysis and optimization (MDAO).
Hold a DoD Secret Clearance.
About Us
Why Work at APL?
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. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.
At APL, we celebrate our differences of perspectives and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at https://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.
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. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact [email protected].
The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL’s good faith belief at the time of posting. 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. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. 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.
Minimum Rate
$100,000 Annually
Maximum Rate
$245,000 Annually
Related keywords
Modeling and SimulationMATLABSimulinkC++PythonPhysics-based modelingMissile flight dynamicsGuidance and controlNumerical methodsSoftware architectureMDAODefenseSystem developmentAlgorithm developmentSix degree-of-freedomSecret clearance
The Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is a not-for-profit university-affiliated research center (UARC) that provides solutions to complex national security and scientific challenges with technical expertise and prototyping, research and development, and analysis.
Offices: 11100 Johns Hopkins Road, Laurel, Maryland 20723, US
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