Senior Space Control Systems Analyst
Laurel, MD

Job Description

Are you searching for meaningful work in Space Control?

Do you like contributing to algorithm development and modeling?

If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL.

We are seeking a Senior Space Control Analyst to participate in projects developing the next generation of space control applications for the National Security Space mission area. Project tasks include advanced algorithm development, modeling & simulation, and space systems design. Tasks may also include leading teams of engineers and analysts in generating technical products for a variety of sponsors.

As a Space Control Analyst, you will...

* Develop advanced algorithms to solve unique and emerging space systems


* Develop tools to evaluate system performance


* Perform systems level technical analysis, trade studies, and analysis of alternatives


* Make recommendations to sponsors on mission/system requirements


* Develop requirements and tools for verification, and validation efforts


* Participate in engineering team meetings and overall technical development efforts.



Required Qualifications:

* B.S. in engineering, physics, computer science, or equivalent with a minimum of 3 years of professional engineering experience.


* MATLAB, C , Python, or other high-level programming language.


* Demonstrated leadership capability leading technical teams


* Demonstrated communications skills delivering presentations and producing written documentation.


* Hold an active Top Secret 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.


* Current program accesses applicable to the sponsor base



Desired Qualifications:

* M.S. (or higher) in engineering, physics, or equivalent with 5-10 years of professional engineering experience.


* Space mission design and astrodynamics


* Experience leading proposals or conducting systems studies; experience with space mission formulation


* Broad technical experience base and strong analytical skills.


* Experience and familiarity working with national security space sponsors and applications


* Experience with AGI tool suite including STK, Astrogator, and ODTK



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. With a wide selection of challenging, impactful work and a robust education assistance program, APL promotes a culture of life-long learning. Our employees enjoy generous benefits and healthy work/life balance. APL's campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at www.jhuapl.edu/careers.

APL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.