Laurel, Maryland, United States · Hybrid
Description Are you an expert in computer science with enthusiasm for using innovation and technology to solve technical challenges? Do you have an interest in envisioning and developing software solutions for new warfig…
Skills: Signal processing, Computer vision, Data science, Data visualization, Radar detection
Laurel, Maryland, United States · On-site
Description Do you love to solve complex engineering, analytical, or research problems? Are you interested in exploring different domains such as defense systems, undersea warfare, cyber operations, and national security…
Skills: Signal processing, Telecommunications, Control systems, Cybersecurity, Data science
Laurel, Maryland, United States · On-site
Description Are you interested in developing software for modeling and simulating complex flight systems? Do you want to become an expert in hypersonic and reentry system design and prototyping? Do you want to make contr…
Skills: Software engineering, Modeling and simulation, C, C++, Numerical methods
Laurel, Maryland, United States · On-site
$176k–$282k/yr
Responsibilities Are you passionate about building cutting-edge solutions that support national security? Do you thrive in fast-paced, mission-driven environments? Peraton is seeking a talented and skilled Data Scientist…
Skills: Python, R, SAS, MATLAB, Machine Learning
Laurel, Maryland, United States · On-site
Description Are you interested in hypersonic and reentry system design and prototyping? Do you want to make contributions to next generation strategic flight systems that ensure the readiness of our Nation’s defens…
Skills: Mission engineering, Systems engineering, Aerospace engineering, Modeling and simulation, Trajectory simulation
Laurel, Maryland, United States · On-site
Description Are you a strong communicator, with great organizational skills, and the desire to apply your talents to a broad range of administrative and logistical tasks? Are you searching for important work supporting w…
Skills: Administrative Support, Office Management, Budget Tracking, Travel Coordination, Event Planning
Laurel, Maryland, United States · On-site
Description Are you excited to apply your technical skills to develop radar and sensor capabilities that help solve critical defense challenges? Do you want to help develop and evaluate sensing capabilities that move fro…
Skills: Radar signal processing, Algorithm development, Modeling and simulation, Sensor systems, Detection and estimation theory
Laurel, Maryland, United States · On-site
Description Are you an experienced, passionate leader who drives innovation and unites teams to achieve mission-critical goals? Do you want to shape the future of our nation’s most advanced strategic systems throug…
Skills: Systems engineering, Test and evaluation, Performance modeling, Data-driven analysis, Strategic systems
Laurel, Maryland, United States · On-site
Description Do you have experience with threat engineering, missile simulations, or the intelligence community? Are you passionate about using innovation and technology to solve technical challenges? If so, we're looking…
Skills: Threat engineering, Missile simulations, Ballistic missile modeling, Kinematics, Guidance systems
Laurel, Maryland, United States · On-site
Description Are you eager to apply systems thinking and innovative technical methods to solve some of the country’s most significant defense problems? If so, we are looking for someone like you to join our team at …
Skills: Systems engineering, Command and control systems, Defense systems architecture, Operational concepts, Requirements analysis
Laurel, Maryland, United States · On-site
Description Are you excited about developing software that enables autonomous underwater vehicles to operate in challenging real-world environments? Do you enjoy combining robotics, dynamics, controls, and software engin…
Skills: Robotics, Software engineering, C++, Python, ROS 2
Laurel, Maryland, United States · On-site
Description Are you motivated to develop next-generation optical and optoelectronic devices that protect our nation and advance scientific discovery? Do you thrive in a cleanroom setting, working with expert teams to bui…
Skills: Microfabrication, Nanofabrication, Cleanroom operations, Python scripting, E-beam lithography
Laurel, Maryland, United States · On-site
Description Are you excited about applying your expertise in signal processing, radar systems, and advanced sensing to solve some of the nation's most challenging defense problems? Do you enjoy developing and evaluating …
Skills: Signal processing, Radar systems, Algorithm development, Modeling and simulation, Systems analysis
Laurel, Maryland, United States · On-site
Description Are you excited about applying your knowledge, skills, and talents to solve some of the nation's most complex defense challenges? Would you like to develop innovative tracking and data fusion capabilities tha…
Skills: Multi-target tracking, Multi-sensor data fusion, Data association, State estimation, Kalman filtering
Laurel, Maryland, United States · On-site
Description Ready to make impactful contributions in GNSS-based navigation to improve the reliability, accuracy, and effectiveness of our nation’s strategic deterrent weapon systems? Interested in modeling the effe…
Skills: GNSS, Data science, Navigation analysis, Python, MATLAB
Laurel, Maryland, United States · On-site
Description Do you have experience understanding geophysical and geodetic properties of the earth and an interest in investigating their real-word application to navigation systems supporting missions of utmost importanc…
Skills: Geophysics, Geodesy, Physics, Signal processing, Mathematics
Laurel, Maryland, United States · On-site
Description Do you thrive on solving problems where physics, engineering, and real-world mission needs converge? If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL. We are seeking engineers to advance RF s…
Skills: RF seeker design, Signal processing, Radar physics, Matlab, Electromagnetic wave propagation
Laurel, Maryland, United States · On-site
Description Are you completing or recently finished a PhD and eager to apply your technical depth to real-world national security challenges? Do you want to help develop radar signal processing, sensing, and sensor syste…
Skills: Radar signal processing, Sensor systems, Algorithm development, Modeling and simulation, Systems analysis
Laurel, Maryland, United States · On-site
Description Are you passionate about developing next-generation infrared sensors and electro-optical instrumentation for groundbreaking space missions? Do you want to see the technology you design fly on missions that ad…
Skills: Infrared sensors, Detector characterization, Electro-optical instrumentation, Spaceflight instrumentation, Focal plane arrays
Laurel, Maryland, United States · On-site
$176k–$282k/yr
Responsibilities Are you passionate about building cutting-edge solutions that support national security? Do you thrive in fast-paced, mission-driven environments? Peraton is seeking a talented and skilled Data Scientist…
Skills: Python, R, SAS, MATLAB, Machine Learning
Laurel, Maryland, United States • Hybrid
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You will research, propose, and develop software concepts to address critical military operational shortfalls. This involves performing system design, algorithm development, and prototype evaluation in collaboration with warfighters.
Candidates must hold a PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Physics, or a related field. You must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret level security clearance and possess U.S. citizenship.
Are you an expert in computer science with enthusiasm for using innovation and technology to solve technical challenges?
Do you have an interest in envisioning and developing software solutions for new warfighter capabilities?
If you are graduating with a PhD in Computer Science or Computer Engineering and want to work in software research and development, we’d love to have you join our close-knit prototyping team! We build capabilities that enable warfighters to harness an assorted set of sensors and data sources to accomplish a variety of missions that are important to the defense of our nation.
Our team is committed to working directly with warfighters to craft solutions from concept to operational use. We strive to foster a broadly focused environment that is highly collaborative and supportive, but also encourages autonomy. Our team values are putting the warfighter and their missions first, accepting that you might not get it right the first time, but being resolved to see it through, and being dedicated to making real impact.
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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.
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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