Job Description

Are you a highly motivated systems engineer with exceptional technical and leadership skills?

Are you searching for engaging, impactful work and personal growth?

If so, consider joining us in the Decision Systems Group (QAX) as we work to advance the safety and security of the nation through "Critical Contributions to Critical Challenges". We are advancing analytic methods and developing integrated software systems empowering informed decision making. We are working to advance the forefront of national and health security.

We are problem solvers committed to making a difference who are looking for teammates who will bring their passion and dedication to our work. In QAX, as a Systems Engineer, you will help design, develop, and deploy systems to address complex problems and enable decision making. Ideally you are a systems thinker who takes initiative in solving problems based on your solid mathematical and engineering foundations. If you are willing to collaborate and grow as part of a diverse team of data scientists and engineers, our group may be a place for you to thrive.

As a Systems Engineer in QAX you will...

• Participate in engineering and prototyping efforts to develop systems concepts of operations, define systems architectures, analyze alternatives, refine requirements, and evaluate potential solutions.
• Create, adapt, and evaluate models and methodologies for sponsor facing development efforts.
• Help design and operationalize analytic pipelines, from sensors to decision making.
• Engage sponsors to understand their challenges, utilize the systems engineering approach to define possible solutions, and develop solutions to maximize operational impact.

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you:

• Possess a B.S. in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or other relevant field and have least 5 years of relevant experience.
• Have training and experience with MBSE as applied to complex systems.
• Are experienced with cross-disciplinary science and engineering teams.
• Are self-motivated and self-directed, with a strong intellectual curiosity and a desire to teach those around you.
• Possess outstanding written and oral communication skills, organizational skills, and a proficiency at relationship building.
• Are able to obtain a Secret level security 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 an advanced degree (e.g. MS, DEng, PhD) in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or other relevant field with proven experience.
• Are experienced with Digital Engineering techniques and technologies.
• Have familiarity with Agile development and DevSecOps best practices.
• Have experience with development, integration, and testing of health and/or national security systems.

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 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 http://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.

APL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. 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 promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are 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 Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.

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.

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