Model Based Systems Engineer and Systems Architect
Laurel, MD

Job Description

Overview

The Force Level Computing and Systems Development Group of the Air and Missile Defense Sector drives improvements to combat systems that combine radars, electronic warfare systems, combat management software and systems, tactical networks, and surface to air missiles to defeat adversary threats and protect our warfighters. Our team of passionate analysts, engineers, and software developers use Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) as one tool to work together to research new concepts, guide design, develop working prototypes, and support both deployed and in-development systems through careful analysis. We are looking for highly motivated engineers with practical design and development experience and knowledge of MBSE to join or team to make valuable contributions to the defense of our Nation.

Apply if you…

* Want to work closely with a passionate team
* Have an analytical mind and like to understand and evolve the details of a design
* Are curious about cutting edge technology, data science, and machine learning
* Want to learn about systems such as the Enterprise Air Surveillance Radar, Ship Self-Defense System, Cooperative Engagement Capability, SLQ-32 Electronic Warfare Suite, USS Zumwalt (DDG-1000), and the Enhanced Sea Sparrow and Rolling Airframe Missiles among others.
* Want to provide meaningful contributions to the Navy to protect our sailors

In the first 3 months you will…

* Meet our growing team, which has expertise in areas including combat systems, sensors, software design, and data science
* Support a technology team with MBSE products that reflect design decisions and guide activities as they evolve


* Attend technical presentations and discussions


* Participate in combat system studies related to predictive analysis, test execution, and post-test analysis


* Support the development of new capability requirements



In the first year you will…

* Make substantial contributions to technology teams at APL.
* Support customers in the development of new capability requirements
* Contribute to a growing suite of models that represent Navy systems
* Present your work externally or internally
* Visit a Navy ship and meet with sailors and officers

Note: This job summary and listing of duties is for the purpose of describing the position and its essential functions at time of hire and may change over time.

Required Qualifications:

* BS in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science or equivalent
* At least 3 years experience in engineering or related field
* Experience in modeling systems with SYSML
* Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
* Effective written and oral communication skills
* Must have ability to obtain a Secret clearance

Desired Qualifications:

* Advanced degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science or equivalent
* A degree in system engineering
* Background in combat systems, radar, electronic warfare, tactical networks, and/or missile integration
* Experience with software development
* Experience with machine learning or artificial intelligence
* Current SECRET (or above) clearance

Special Working Conditions

Travel as required to meetings in the DC region. This position requires infrequent (~5%) CONUS travel to government and contractor facilities to support test and analysis.

Security: Applicant selected 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.

Benefits: APL offers a comprehensive benefits package with an initial 3 weeks of vacation, 2 weeks paid parental leave, continuing educational assistance, a scholarship tuition program for dependents, and will contribute an amount equal to 10.5% of your salary to retirement when you contribute at least 4%.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Johns Hopkins University/Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that complies with Title IX of the Education Amendments Acts of 1972, as well as other applicable laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.