Laurel, Maryland, United States · On-site
Description Are you looking for impactful opportunities to help determine how to best defend the United States, our armed forces, and our allies from all forms of air and missile threats? Are you detail oriented, like to…
Skills: Matlab, Simulation, System analysis, Algorithm development, Modeling
Laurel, Maryland, United States · On-site
Description Are you looking for impactful opportunities to help defend the United States, our armed forces, and our allies from all forms of air and missile threats? Are you detail oriented, like to figure out how to mak…
Skills: Matlab, Simulation, Algorithm development, Modeling, Electrical engineering
Laurel, Maryland, United States · On-site
$100k–$200k/yr
Description Who we are: At Applied Network Solutions (ANS), we bring together some of the most curious minds in networking and cybersecurity. ANS was founded to disrupt the status quo. For over 20 years, our team provide…
Skills: Network Design, WAN, CAN, DCN/DCI, Network Security
Laurel, Maryland, United States · On-site
Description Help Shape the Future of National Defense Are you ready to launch your engineering career by solving complex, real-world challenges? Do you want your work to have a direct impact on protecting the nation and …
Skills: C++, Python, Java, JavaScript, TypeScript
Laurel, Maryland, United States · On-site
Description Would you like to use your engineering skills to solve challenging, real-world problems that have a direct impact on national security? Are you interested in figuring out how complex systems work, building mo…
Skills: Aerospace engineering, Software development, Physics, Mathematics, Systems engineering
Laurel, Maryland, United States · On-site
Description Help multidisciplinary teams understand complex problems, uncover what people truly need, and turn those insights into concepts that can improve real-world systems. Do you … get energized by working wi…
Skills: Human-centered design, Design thinking, Systems thinking, Product design, Service design
Laurel, Maryland, United States · On-site
Description Are you excited by the challenge of performing modeling and simulation and analysis on complex weapon systems in support of the U.S. Navy? Do you have a strong desire to work with data from operational U.S. s…
Skills: Mechanical engineering, Fluid dynamics, Computational fluid dynamics, Modeling and simulation, MATLAB
Laurel, Maryland, United States · On-site
Description Do you have interest in network and communications engineering? Are you searching for meaningful work to solve critical communications challenges involving the defense of the US? If you are graduating with a …
Skills: Python, C++, Go, Rust, Networking
Laurel, Maryland, United States · On-site
Description Are you passionate about shaping secure, IT systems in classified environments? Do you want to influence system improvements, implementation decisions, and the overall security posture of advanced technology …
Skills: Linux System Administration, RMF, NIST, STIG, Cybersecurity
Laurel, Maryland, United States · On-site
Description Are you motivated to develop solutions to challenging problems in the field of robotics? If you are graduating with a degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a…
Skills: Robotics, Computer science, Mechanical engineering, Electrical engineering, Machine perception
Laurel, Maryland, United States · On-site
Description Are you looking for an engaging and impactful career building on the foundations of your academic work? Do you want to build data-driven solutions that offer the explainability vital to decision making? Would…
Skills: Data science, Computer science, Python, Java, JavaScript
Laurel, Maryland, United States · On-site
Description Are you a creative researcher who loves to imagine new solutions to complex problems? Do you have an insatiable curiosity to understand how technology works? We're looking for motivated and enthusiastic engin…
Skills: Vulnerability research, Reverse engineering, Embedded systems, Exploit development, Ghidra
Laurel, Maryland, United States · Hybrid
Description Research Engineer – Mission Planning & Artificial Intelligence (Ph.D.)Apply Your Research to Advance National Defense Are you ready to apply your Ph.D. research to some of the nation's most challenging …
Skills: Systems engineering, Artificial intelligence, Modeling and simulation, Software engineering, Operations research
Laurel, Maryland, United States · Hybrid
Description Shape the next generation of U.S. weapon systems. Join APL's Multidisciplinary Design Optimization team to tackle the complex, open-ended engineering problems that define future missions, systems, and kill ch…
Skills: Aerospace engineering, Multidisciplinary design optimization, Trajectory optimization, Aerothermal modeling, System-of-systems studies
Laurel, Maryland, United States · Hybrid
Description Excited by the challenge of discovering, understanding, and exploiting the hardware and software that powers modern surveillance and autonomous systems? Interested in applying AI, automation, and agentic syst…
Skills: Software engineering, Cybersecurity, C, C++, Python
Laurel, Maryland, United States · On-site
$176k–$282k/yr
Responsibilities As a Data Scientist, you will apply advanced data science, machine learning, statistical, and analytical techniques to solve complex, mission-critical challenges supporting national security. You will wo…
Skills: Machine learning, Statistical analysis, Python, R, SAS
Laurel, Maryland, United States · On-site
Description Are you excited about applying your knowledge, skills and talents in solving some of the most complex problems encountered in defending our nation? Would you like to contribute to the evolution of signal proc…
Skills: Signal processing, Data fusion, Algorithm development, Artificial intelligence, Machine learning
Laurel, Maryland, United States · On-site
Description Are you passionate about reverse engineering complex software, firmware, and hardware? Do you enjoy developing agentic AI workflows and building the infrastructure that turns emerging AI capabilities into pra…
Skills: Reverse engineering, AI workflow development, Python, C/C++, Rust
Laurel, Maryland, United States · On-site
Description Would you like to use your engineering skills to work on technologies that push the boundaries of what is possible? Are you excited by RF systems, electromagnetics, antennas, electronics, modeling and simulat…
Skills: RF engineering, Electromagnetics, Antennas, Modeling and simulation, Data analysis
Laurel, Maryland, United States · Hybrid
Description Shape the next generation of U.S. weapon systems. Join APL's Multidisciplinary Design Optimization team to tackle the complex, open-ended engineering problems that define future missions, systems, and kill ch…
Skills: Aerospace engineering, Mechanical engineering, Multidisciplinary design optimization, Trajectory optimization, Aerothermal modeling
Laurel, Maryland, United States • On-site
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The intern will contribute to the development and assessment of missile defense systems by modeling and analyzing fielded systems. They will also propose innovative concepts and algorithms to improve defensive capabilities for the U.S. military.
Candidates must be pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Physics, Physics, Mathematics, or a related field with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Applicants must be U.S. citizens capable of obtaining a Secret level security clearance.
Are you looking for impactful opportunities to help determine how to best defend the United States, our armed forces, and our allies from all forms of air and missile threats?
Are you detail oriented, like to figure out how to make things better, enjoy writing high-level (e.g., MATLAB) code to simulate real-world systems, and are looking for a dynamic and team-oriented environment?
If you are pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Engineering Physics, Physics, or similar degrees and want to work in an exciting environment to solve challenging technical national security problems, we'd love to have you join our team.
We are seeking talented technical students for an internship in APL's Multi-Domain System Concepts Group to conduct simulation and analysis, identify defensive systems gaps, and develop new system concepts to revolutionize defensive capabilities for the U.S. You would apply math, engineering, and physics knowledge to implement models and simulations and analyze new concepts including sensors, battle management and communications systems, and kinetic and non-kinetic defensive systems. You will learn how to conduct analysis, algorithm development, optimization, and modeling and simulation of a wide variety of U.S. Navy, Missile Defense, and Space systems. You will be mentored by our full-time staff on one of their projects.
As an intern with our group...
You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...
You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you…
Have domain knowledge of Missile Defense Agency, Navy, Army, or Space Force systems
Have a final Secret or Top Secret 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. 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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