Qureos Mentor

Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory

<div><b>Description</b><p><br>
Are you driven by robotics and autonomous system development?</p><p></p><p><br>
Do you enjoy hands-on design, integration, and testing of Uncrewed Aerial Vehicles (UAVs)?</p><p><br>
Are you interested in applying your skills to meaningful projects that advance the state of uncrewed and autonomous systems?</p><div></div><div><b><br>
If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL.</b></div><div></div><div><br>
We are seeking a UAV Robotics Engineer to help conceive, design, fabricate, integrate, and test a variety of novel UAV systems and payloads. In this role, you will contribute directly to the development of advanced autonomous capabilities and help shape the future of uncrewed systems. You will join a multidisciplinary team of engineers, scientists, and technicians who are passionate about rapid prototyping, system design and integration, and rigorous field testing. Our team supports critical programs that directly benefit the nation&rsquo;s warfighters while fostering a collaborative, innovative, and fast-paced work environment.</div><div><br>
</div><div><b>As a UAV Robotics Engineer, your primary responsibilities will include</b>...</div><ul><li>
Designing, fabricating, integrating, and testing UAV airframes, subsystems, and payloads.</li><li>
Designing, integrating and testing mission-critical electronics for a variety of robotic systems.</li><li>
Planning, executing, and leading local and remote field tests, incorporating feedback from end users to inform design revisions.
</li><li>Serving as a technical lead and mentor within a multidisciplinary engineering team.</li></ul>
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<b>Qualifications</b><div><b><br>
You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...</b></div><ul><li>
Possess a BS in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Robotics, Mechatronics or related fields.</li><li>
Have 2+ years of relevant experience working with UAVs, UGVs, UAS, UUVs or related robotic systems.</li><li>
Have experience with the design, integration, and flight testing of both fixed-wing and multirotor UAVs.</li><li>
Demonstrate strong skills in:</li><li>
Are willing and able to support local and remote field test events, including operations in harsh and austere environments.</li><li>
Hold an active 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.</li></ul><div><b>
You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...</b></div><ul><li>
Hold an MS or PhD in a relevant engineering discipline.</li><li>
Have experience developing and flight-testing autonomous UAV behaviors.</li><li>
Are comfortable working across mechanical, electrical, and software domains.</li><li>
Have led complex UAV development efforts from concept through deployment.</li><li>
Have integrated perception sensors such as EO/IR cameras, LiDAR, radar, or RF payloads into UAV platforms.</li><li>
Are comfortable making real-time engineering decisions during flight and field operations.</li><li>
Have experience operating UAVs in GPS-degraded, RF-challenged, or denied environments.</li><li>
Have experience with a variety of UAV airframe types (e.g., multirotor, fixed-wing, VTOL, coaxial, traditional helicopter).
</li><li>Have experience with Uncrewed Underwater, Ground or Surface Vehicles (UUV, UGV, USV).</li><li>
Thrive in fast-paced, prototype-driven environments with evolving requirements.</li></ul>
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<b>About Us</b><p><b><br>
Why Work at APL?</b></p><p>
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation&rsquo;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.</p><p>
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&rsquo;s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at https://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.</p><p>
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 Accessibility@jhuapl.edu.</p><p>
The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL&rsquo;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.</p><br>
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<b>Minimum Rate</b><br>
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$85,000 Annually
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<br>
<b>Maximum Rate</b><br>
<br>
$195,000 Annually</div>

UAV Robotics Engineer

<div><b>Description</b><div><br>
Are you looking for a unique opportunity to impact significant advances to the nation's groundbreaking integrated air and missile defense (IAMD) systems?</div><div></div><div><br>
Are you an engineer driven to expand your skills in order to solve both current and emerging needs of the Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC)?</div><div></div><div><br>
Would you like to join a diverse team of skilled engineers and scientists to advance thermal and Electro-Optical (EO)/Infrared (IR) modeling and simulation capabilities?</div><div></div><div><br>
If so, then we are looking for someone like you to join the Thermal and Aerospace Engineering group at APL!</div><div></div><div><br>
We are seeking a creative, driven, and motivated engineer to join our dynamic, diverse group which provides outstanding engineering services and products. You&rsquo;ll be joining a hardworking team of people who strive to address broad challenges for programs of national importance. As a member of our team you will collaborate, contribute, and innovate to further our capabilities against rapid proliferation of adversarial systems.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
As a Thermal and EO/IR Modeling and Simulation Engineer, you will&hellip;</b></div><ul><li>
Develop physics-based thermal models of missiles, rocket motor plumes, air platforms, and other relevant systems to support multiple programs, including IAMD.</li><li>
Integrate thermal results with optical characteristics using cutting-edge modeling and simulation toolkits to predict EO/IR signatures of various systems in exo- and endo-atmospheric environments, including coupling with relevant background scenes.</li><li>
Interact with various domain authorities to grow your knowledge base related to overall weapon systems, and apply that knowledge to improve analysis methodologies.</li><li>
Collaborate with senior developers to improve existing code suites, with the goal of maintaining our teams status as a leading authority in the EO/IR signature community.</li><li>
Compare predictions with wind tunnel, laboratory, flight test data, and literature.</li><li>
Work both independently and as part of a team to craft exploratory studies to characterize the impacts of specific phenomena on various weapon systems&rsquo; performance.</li><li>
Document and present findings to government agencies and sponsors.</li></ul>
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<b>Qualifications</b><div><br>
You'll meet the qualifications for the job if you have...</div><ul><li>
A Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Mechanical/Aerospace engineering (or a related field) combined with 5+ years of experience, or a Master&rsquo;s degree in Mechanical/Aerospace engineering (or a related field) combined with 3+ years of experience</li><li>
Relevant professional experience in physics-based modeling and simulation in one of the following areas: heat transfer, radiation transport, aerothermodynamics, infrared signatures</li><li>
Experience with programming/coding/scripting using tools such as Python, MATLAB, C++, or Shell</li><li>
Preferred experience using Linux based computing environments</li><li>
Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li><li>
A history of meaningful contributions to multidisciplinary teams on a variety of engineering problems</li><li>
The ability to acquire an Interim Secret security clearance prior to your start date, and ultimately obtain a final Secret security clearance. If selected for the position, 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</li></ul>
<br>
<b>About Us</b><p><b><br>
Why Work at APL?</b></p><p>
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation&rsquo;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.</p><p>
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&rsquo;s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at https://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.</p><p>
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 Accessibility@jhuapl.edu.</p><p>
The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL&rsquo;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.</p><br>
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<b>Minimum Rate</b><br>
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$100,000 Annually
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<br>
<b>Maximum Rate</b><br>
<br>
$245,000 Annually</div>

Thermal and EO/IR Modeling and Simulation Engineer

<div><b>Description</b><div><br>
Do you enjoy building data processing solutions for analyzing state-of-the-art systems?</div><div></div><div><br>
Do you want to make meaningful contributions to improve critical U.S. Submarine combat system capabilities through systems engineering?</div><div></div><div><br>
Are you passionate about working within a larger multi-disciplinary team including the end users of your products?</div><div></div><div><b><br>
If so, we're looking for someone like you to join us at APL.</b></div><div></div><div><br>
We are seeking a dynamic and adaptive systems engineer to maintain and improve essential infrastructure that enables holistic performance assessments of developmental and fielded U.S. Navy submarine tactical systems. We are looking to push the boundaries across full life cycle systems engineering activities to enable faster, innovative analyses incorporating dynamic and large-scale data science, influence system improvements and assure confidence in our performance methods and analytics. This responsive and forward-thinking role requires sound technical acumen and creative problem solving to develop sustainable solutions that meet both end-user intent and sponsor priorities.</div><div></div><div><br>
You will join a hardworking and expert team of analysts and engineers from academic and warfighter backgrounds in an environment that values collaboration and novel ideas. The Signal and Systems Analysis Group (KTA) provides data-driven design and analytical assessments of Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) operator in-the-loop system performance to advance the warfighting capabilities of developmental and fielded systems across multiple US Navy domains. KTA is passionate about transforming DATA into operationally relevant KNOWLEDGE and is committed to a culture that prioritizes staff development and continuous innovation.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
As a Systems Engineer&hellip;</b></div><ul><li>
Your primary responsibility will be to orchestrate an internal team of software developers and system administrators to develop and maintain an infrastructure which combines a suite of internal and external software tools with GOTS and COTS hardware systems and operates across multiple classification levels.</li><li>
You will interpret user and program needs using your technical and domain knowledge to lead the development of holistic engineering solutions balancing resources, priorities, and sustainment within the scope of sponsor tasking.</li><li>
You will assist program management with technical project planning and promote sound system engineering and software development practices.</li><li>
You will maintain systems and processes that support data processing, and groom tactical systems to support Fleet engagement events.</li><li>
You will collaborate in the planning and execution of system performance assessment events and exercises.
</li><li>You will advise the teams to ensure that the test scope, objectives, execution methodology and analysis requirements are appropriate, comprehensive and apply sound system engineering practices.</li></ul>
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<b>Qualifications</b><div><b><br>
You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...</b></div><br>
<div></div><ul><li>
Possess a BS degree in systems engineering, computer science, computer engineering, engineering science, or related field, or have relevant certifications (such as CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Server+, Linux certifications, etc.) and equivalent experience in systems engineering responsibilities including: developing use cases and requirements, test planning, and performing analysis to balance cost, schedule, and risk.</li><li>
Have 5+ years of systems engineering practical experience, with demonstrated application of systems development life cycle processes, hardware infrastructure management, software development methodologies, engineering best practices, and configuration management tools.</li><li>
Possess practical experience with Linux- and Windows-based systems, data visualization, large-scale relational databases, and wide/local-area network data communications protocols and encoding techniques.</li><li>
Are skilled at multi-tasking, prioritizing assignments, communicating progress and meeting deadlines.</li><li>
Have strong interpersonal skills and are skilled at developing relationships across organizational teams.</li><li>
Have excellent oral and written communication skills.</li><li>
Are willing to participate in system test, delivery, and integration tests at sponsor or customer sites.</li><li>
Have an active Secret security clearance and can ultimately obtain a TS/SCI 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.</li></ul><div><b>
You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...</b></div><ul><li>
Possess an MS degree in systems engineering, computer science, computer engineering, engineering science, or a related field.</li><li>
Have 2+ years of experience leading a technical team.</li><li>
Hold an active TS/SCI security clearance.</li><li>
Have previous experience working directly with stakeholders and partners such as end users and Information Technology teams.</li><li>
Have previous experience with the development, operational use, or maintenance of U.S. Navy combat systems.</li><li>
Have previous experience with the certification and management of classified systems and networks.</li><li>
Have a strong background or previous experience in acoustics, signal processing, or electronic warfare.</li></ul>
<br>
<b>About Us</b><p><b><br>
Why Work at APL?</b></p><p>
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation&rsquo;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.</p><p>
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&rsquo;s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at https://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.</p><p>
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 Accessibility@jhuapl.edu.</p><p>
The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL&rsquo;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.</p><br>
<br>
<b>Minimum Rate</b><br>
<br>
$105,000 Annually
<br>
<br>
<b>Maximum Rate</b><br>
<br>
$245,000 Annually</div>

Submarine Systems Engineer

<div><b>Description</b><p><br>
Are you seeking meaningful work in a team and collaborative environment focused on delivering quality results to our sponsors and making critical contributions to the nation?</p><p></p><p><br>
Are you organized, able to manage multiple tasks, and pay attention to details?</p><p></p><p><br>
Do you have strong computer skills, love working with numbers, and handling day-to-day financial related tasks (i.e. forecasting and planning resources, financial reporting, and analysis)?</p><p></p><p><b><br>
If so, we're looking for someone like you to join the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL).</b></p><p><br>
</p><p>We are seeking an enthusiastic Business / Financial Analyst to help us champion teamwork, cultivate collaboration, develop and implement advanced financial reporting solutions to achieve the objectives of our mission area and the APL organization. As a member of the Financial and Business Services Group (AB2), you 'll be joining a high-spirited team of hardworking professionals who are committed to delivering quality products to our customers including the Senior Executive leadership, Program Management, Branch and Group Supervisors, and our sponsors. We are passionate about learning, improving and preparing for the next generation by exceeding expectations through responsive and dynamic financial and program reporting.</p><p><br>
</p><p><b>As a Financial Analyst/Business Analyst...</b></p><div><p>
You will play an active role in the overall financial success and operational efficiency in financial management by:</p><ul><li>
Managing and analyzing program funding, task planning, and financial reporting requirements</li><li>
Preparing response(s) for proposals pertaining to IDIQ contracts, grants, and work for industry solicitations</li><li>
Providing leadership and support to the Programs Financial Services Section of the AB2 Group</li><li>
Participating on lab-wide committees, engaging in team meetings, establishing and maintaining effective communication</li><li>
Collaborating with the Sector, Mission, Program Area, Program, and Project Managers to identify potential financial risks, while managing the financial and business objectives of the organization</li></ul><p><b>
Duties Include:</b></p><p>
Program Financial Management</p><ul><li>
Perform finance-related tasking in support of Air &amp; Missile Defense Sector Program and Project Managers on sponsor facing programs including actively managing programs' Estimate to Complete (ETC) to ensure contract compliance</li><li>
Prepare routine financial analysis to forecast and identify potential funding and period of performance risks</li><li>
Proactively utilize the various business applications to analyze program plans vs. actuals to ensure the data is reasonable and in alignment with the program's funding projections</li><li>
Prepare financial reports in support of contract requirements, sponsors and Program Managers</li><li>
Work closely with the program team and Government sponsors to support the planning and executing of sponsor reviews and milestone meetings</li><li>
Provide support in developing and managing the resource and procurement planning activities</li></ul></div><p>
Quality Assurance/ Business Related Functions</p><ul><li>
Perform quality/peer reviews on financial and program-related documents</li><li>
Perform a broad range of business-related functions pertaining to contractual/funding issues, and government audits</li><li>
Actively engage with stakeholders, keeping them abreast of potential concerns, risks and competing priorities</li><li>
Seek new innovations to enhance quality, customer service and business processes</li></ul><p>
Proposal Pricing &amp; Preparation</p><ul><li>
Develop business support requirements, including proposals, sub-certifications, cost impact statements, and other financial and program-related documents</li><li>
Partner with the Program &amp; Project Manager to ensure the sponsor information and funding appropriation is accurate, task is covered under the contract's core competencies, security classification is cited, and the development of the period of performance, and deliverables resource requirements (labor, material, subcontracts and special test equipment) are included</li><li>
Prepare cost estimates and work in conjunction with the procurement team to determine material and/or subcontract costs</li><li>
Respond to Request for Proposals (RFPs) and other solicitations by assisting Program Managers in addressing solicitation requirements</li></ul>
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<b>Qualifications</b><p><b><br>
You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you ...</b></p><ul><li>
Are a highly motivated self-starter with a Bachelor 's degree in Economics, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field</li><li>
Have 3+ years of relevant experience in the areas of financial cost analysis and proposal preparation, preferably in a DoD contracting environment or equivalent experience</li><li>
Are an advanced user of Microsoft Office Suite application</li><li>
Demonstrate ability to work independently with strong interpersonal, problem-resolution skills, and analytical skills</li><li>
Are fluent with various financial reporting software applications and have the desire to learn new and emerging applications</li><li>
Are able to prioritize/manage multiple assignments and remain responsive in a dynamic environment</li><li>
Possess strong written/oral communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with staff, Government sponsors, and all levels of management</li><li>
Are able to obtain an Interim Secret security clearance prior to starting and can ultimately 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.</li></ul><p><b>
You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you ...</b></p><ul><li>
Have a working knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation, Cost Accounting Standards and federal government pricing activities</li><li>
Are proficient with data analytic and visualization tools (Power BI, Denodo, SQL) and APL business systems and tools: ADDIT, Oracle EPM, etc.</li></ul><p>
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<br>
<b>About Us</b><p><b><br>
Why Work at APL?</b></p><p>
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation&rsquo;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.</p><p>
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&rsquo;s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at https://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.</p><p>
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 Accessibility@jhuapl.edu.</p><p>
The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL&rsquo;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.</p><br>
<br>
<b>Minimum Rate</b><br>
<br>
$58,700 Annually
<br>
<br>
<b>Maximum Rate</b><br>
<br>
$146,300 Annually</div>

Financial Analyst/Business Analyst

<div><b>Description</b><p><br>
Are you interested in hypersonic and reentry system design and prototyping?</p><p></p><p><br>
Do you want to make contributions to next generation strategic flight systems that ensure the readiness of our Nation&rsquo;s defenses?</p><p></p><p><br>
If so, we are seeking a Mission Engineer to help us analyze, develop and prototype next generation reentry systems, hypersonic vehicles, and enabling technologies. As a member of our team, you&rsquo;ll be making critical contributions to system level objectives and advance the development of these next generation systems. You will be joining a collaborative team who are passionate about innovation, committed to providing engaging challenging work, and promoting personal development.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
As an Advanced Reentry Mission Engineer you will...</b></p><ul><li>
Develop, apply, and refine mission-level models and analysis tools to evaluate advanced reentry, hypersonic, and related defense system concepts.</li><li>
Contribute to mission performance trade studies by translating mission objectives and system concepts into analysis approaches, measures of effectiveness, performance metrics, and simulation cases.</li><li>
Run and interpret trajectory, weapon effects, engagement, and scenario-based simulations to assess system performance, operational utility, survivability, and sensitivity to key assumptions.</li><li>
Support analysis of system-of-systems interactions, concepts of operations, mission timelines, threat environments, and capability gaps for emerging defense applications.</li><li>
Develop, maintain, and document analysis workflows, model assumptions, data inputs, functional decompositions, and mission architecture artifacts that support design reviews and acquisition decisions.</li><li>
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams of JHU/APL engineers, government sponsors, military operators, and industry partners to integrate analysis results into concept development and system design activities.</li><li>
Produce reports, briefings, visualizations, and technical summaries that communicate mission analysis results, trade-space findings, uncertainties, and recommendations to technical and sponsor audiences.</li></ul>
<br>
<b>Qualifications</b><div><b><br>
You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...</b></div><ul><li>
Have a Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline.</li><li>
Have 3 years of relevant experience in mission engineering, mission analysis, systems engineering, aerospace/mechanical engineering, operations analysis, modeling and simulation, or related defense/aerospace work.</li><li>
Have experience developing, using, or interpreting mission-level models/analyses, trajectory simulations, engagement simulations, weapon effects analyses, trade studies, or performance assessments.</li><li>
Have experience contributing to cross-functional technical teams of engineers, analysts, operators, or government stakeholders.</li><li>
Are familiar with early concept development efforts, including capability gap assessments, mission performance trade studies, requirements analysis, and risk assessment.</li><li>
Have demonstrated ability to communicate technical results clearly in written reports, briefings, and discussions with multidisciplinary teams.</li><li>
Hold an active Secret security clearance and can ultimately obtain Top Secret level 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.</li></ul><div><b>
You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...</b></div><ul><li>
Have a Master's degree in Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Operations Research, or a related discipline.</li><li>
Have knowledge of ballistic missile defense systems and their components (e.g., radars, interceptors, command and control).</li><li>
Have exposure to the design, development, modeling, simulation, or analysis of reentry, hypersonic, missile defense, or space systems and relevant technologies.</li><li>
Have experience supporting technical engagement with government sponsors, defense industry partners, or other external collaborators.</li><li>
Have knowledge of the Navy Trident II Strategic Weapon System and/or Air Force Minuteman III ICBM System.</li></ul>
<br>
<b>About Us</b><p><b><br>
Why Work at APL?</b></p><p>
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation&rsquo;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.</p><p>
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&rsquo;s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at https://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.</p><p>
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 Accessibility@jhuapl.edu.</p><p>
The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL&rsquo;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.</p><br>
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<b>Minimum Rate</b><br>
<br>
$100,000 Annually
<br>
<br>
<b>Maximum Rate</b><br>
<br>
$245,000 Annually</div>

Advanced Reentry Mission Engineer

<div><b>Description</b><div><br>
Are you excited about applying your knowledge, skills, and talents to solve some of the nation's most complex defense challenges?</div><div>
Would you like to develop innovative tracking and data fusion capabilities that directly support our nation's warfighters and influence the next generation of air and missile defense systems?</div><div>
If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL.</div><div>
The <b>Multi-Domain Sensing Architectures and Data Fusion Group</b> develops advanced sensing, tracking, and data fusion algorithms that enable next-generation air and missile defense capabilities. Our team specializes in solving challenging tracking problems by integrating information from multiple sensor modalities to create robust capabilities that perform in complex and contested environments. We combine expertise in tracking algorithms, data fusion, modeling and simulation, and systems analysis to develop innovative technical solutions for Department of Defense sponsors. Through collaboration, technical excellence, and innovation, we deliver mission-critical capabilities while fostering an environment where our staff can grow as technical leaders.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
In this role, you'll have the opportunity to:</b></div><ul><li>
Develop next-generation tracking and data fusion capabilities supporting critical national security missions.
</li><li>Solve challenging multi-sensor tracking problems using advanced algorithm development, modeling, and analysis.
</li><li>Collaborate directly with Department of Defense sponsors and multidisciplinary technical teams.
</li><li>Lead technical studies that influence future tracking system capabilities.
</li><li>Mentor and collaborate with talented engineers in a highly technical, mission-focused environment.
</li></ul><div><b>As a Senior Data Fusion and Tracking Systems Engineer, you will:</b></div><ul><li>
Develop, evaluate, and improve advanced tracking and data fusion algorithms through modeling, simulation, analysis, and test data assessment.
</li><li>Evaluate tracking algorithms within complex systems and system-of-systems architectures to identify performance limitations and recommend design improvements.
</li><li>Design and conduct technical studies to develop algorithmic proof-of-concept capabilities and quantitative recommendations for future system designs.
</li><li>Analyze tracking performance, sensor information, and algorithm effectiveness using modeling, simulation, and data analysis tools.
</li><li>Collaborate with internal teams, government sponsors, and external organizations to solve challenging technical problems involving tracking and data fusion.
</li><li>Develop and present technical analyses, recommendations, and briefing materials to sponsors and other key stakeholders.
</li><li>Contribute to the technical direction of tracking and data fusion efforts while mentoring junior staff and fostering technical excellence.
</li></ul><br>
<b>Qualifications</b><div><b><br>
You meet our minimum qualifications if you...</b></div><ul><li>
Possess a BS in mathematics, applied mathematics, electrical engineering, computer science, physics, statistics, systems engineering, or a related technical field.
</li><li>Have 5+ years of experience developing and evaluating tracking and data fusion algorithms and systems, including identifying and resolving algorithmic or system design issues.
</li><li>Have demonstrated expertise in one or more of the following:
</li><li><ul><li>Multi-target tracking
</li><li>Multi-sensor data fusion
</li><li>Data association and correlation
</li><li>State estimation
</li><li>Kalman filtering
</li><li>Multiple Hypothesis Tracking (MHT)
</li><li>Joint Probabilistic Data Association (JPDA)
</li><li>Track initiation and maintenance
</li><li>Track-level or distributed data fusion
</li><li>Characterization of sensor information
</li><li>Common tracking measures of performance
</li></ul></li><li>Have experience developing and evaluating tracking algorithms through modeling, simulation, analysis, and test data assessment using MATLAB, Python, C/C++, Julia, or similar scientific programming languages.
</li><li>Have strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience creating and delivering technical briefings for government sponsors and other external organizations.
</li><li>Are willing and able to travel up to 10% of the time, as needed.
</li><li>Hold an active Secret security clearance and are able to obtain a TS/SCI clearance. U.S. citizenship is required.</li></ul><div><b>
You'll go above and beyond our minimum qualifications if you...</b></div><ul><li>
Possess an MS or PhD in applied mathematics, electrical engineering, statistics, computer science, physics, systems engineering, or a related technical field.
</li><li>Have 7+ years of experience developing, evaluating, and leading technical efforts involving advanced tracking and data fusion algorithms and systems.
</li><li>Have experience applying tracking algorithms to radar, EO/IR, or other sensing systems supporting air and missile defense applications.
</li><li>Have experience conducting modeling and simulation, verification and validation, and performance assessments of tracking algorithms within end-to-end systems or system-of-systems architectures.
</li><li>Have experience leading technical studies, mentoring junior staff, and influencing the technical direction of multidisciplinary engineering efforts.
</li><li>Have experience collaborating directly with Department of Defense sponsors and presenting technical analyses and recommendations to senior government stakeholders.
</li><li>Hold an active Top Secret security clearance and are able to obtain a TS/SCI clearance.</li></ul><div><br>
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<br>
<b>About Us</b><p><b><br>
Why Work at APL?</b></p><p>
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation&rsquo;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.</p><p>
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&rsquo;s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at https://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.</p><p>
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 Accessibility@jhuapl.edu.</p><p>
The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL&rsquo;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.</p><br>
<br>
<b>Minimum Rate</b><br>
<br>
$100,000 Annually
<br>
<br>
<b>Maximum Rate</b><br>
<br>
$245,000 Annually</div>

Senior Data Fusion and Tracking Systems Engineer

<div><b>Description</b><p><br>
Are you an excellent communicator who thrives by enabling fast-paced technical teams?</p><p></p><p><br>
Are you organized, self-driven, and passionate about the future of national security?</p><p></p><p><b><br>
If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our Distributed Tactical Awareness and Decision-Making group at APL.</b></p><p></p><p><br>
We are seeking an office administrator to manage, support, and evolve our team&rsquo;s operations, facilities, and security needs. This is a <b>part-time</b> position (approximately 24-hours per week) with flexibility to evolve into a full-time role. Our multi-disciplinary team consists of engineers, physicists, computer scientists, data analysts, mathematicians, and others who spend their days designing the missile defense systems of tomorrow and working to improve current-day systems. With us, you will be part of a team that develops solutions to revolutionize warfighter-augmenting capabilities.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
In this role you will perform administrative management for the group, specifically in the following areas:</b></p><ul><li>
Operations Management</li><li><ul><li>
Fill the role of group expert on APL Practices and Procedures to keep the group and staff coordinated</li><li>
Proactively identify opportunities to improve our processes and work with leadership to execute them</li><li>
Maintain the group org chart, phone list, and emergency contact list</li><li>
Participate in hiring/onboarding/offboarding staff through materials management as well as coordinating arrival/departure</li><li>
Actively participate in group operations and strategy meetings contributing ideas for improvement</li><li>
Enter data into APL systems to ensure staff are represented appropriately</li><li>
Help coordinate social activities for the group</li></ul></li><li>
Security Management</li><li><ul><li>
Fill the role of group security representative as the focal point in preparation for security inspections in collaboration with APL/AMDS security team</li><li>
Manage special area access, safes and safe contents, and security audits/inspection</li><li>
Attend security meetings and training and provide security resources</li><li>
Manage data transfers, data shipment, and transmittal of classified materials</li><li>
Escort facilities and housekeeping staff as needed in special access areas</li><li>
Assist with training of new staff members on security</li></ul></li><li>
Meetings and Scheduling</li><li><ul><li>
Procure meeting rooms, manage the supervisor&rsquo;s schedule, coordinate visitor access, parking, and refreshments</li></ul></li><li>
Travel</li><li><ul><li>
Assist with travel policy, reimbursements, and sending clearances</li><li>
Coordinate between staff and Travel Accounting</li></ul></li><li>
Property Management</li><li><ul><li>
Purchase group supplies, furniture, software, hardware, staff computers, phones, etc. and maintain logs</li><li>
Manage and support delivery and audit of purchased items</li><li>
Order and coordinate maintenance for printers, scanners, shredders, and other office equipment</li><li>
Manage removal/disposal of no longer needed items</li></ul></li><li>
Space/Office Management</li><li><ul><li>
Coordinate staff office moves, office maintenance, furniture orders and placement, electronics (computer, phone) ordering, and port activation
</li><li>Assist with coordination of cleaning, painting, outfitting, and access to all offices, work areas, including special access areas in the group</li></ul></li><li>
Documentation Management</li><li><ul><li>
Support preparation and review of formal administrative and technical documentation</li><li>
Maintain a repository of group documents, including group mission, organizational structure, demographics, major projects, training and onboarding materials, office move processes, etc.</li><li>
Coordinate with the Communications Department to facilitate document preparation and printing</li><li>
Ensure timely routing and distribution of documents and mail</li><li>
Organize and maintain group web resources (Box drive, wiki, Slack, etc.), updating regularly and adding new information as needed.</li></ul></li></ul>
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<b>Qualifications</b><p><b><br>
You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...</b></p><ul><li>
Possess an Associate&rsquo;s degree in any field and/or four years of recent and growing responsibility as a secretary, office administrator and/or other related administrative support roles.</li><li>
Possess excellent attention to detail and organization with demonstrated ability to be efficient in a fast-paced environment</li><li>
Are a phenomenal teammate with strong written and verbal communication skills - This includes the ability to recognize and correct grammar, spelling, punctuation, and logical organization errors in written correspondence.</li><li>
Are driven to work both in a proactive and independent fashion, and as a teammate</li><li>
Have efficient time management skills with the ability to manage multiple simultaneous requests and prioritize appropriately</li><li>
Have practical experience and deep knowledge of Microsoft Office (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat Pro)</li><li>
Possess superior interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal</li><li>
Are familiar with, or can rapidly learn, management of sensitive personnel information and classified documents</li><li>
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.</li></ul><div></div><p><b><br>
You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...</b></p><ul><li>
Possess a Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in a field related to administration</li><li>
Already have existing deep knowledge of APL specific practices, procedures, and facilities</li><li>
Have 3 or more years of direct experience in an office administration role</li><li>
Have experience editing PDFs with Adobe Acrobat</li><li>
Possess an active Secret Clearance and the ability to obtain a Top Secret Clearance</li><li>
Have significant technical writing experience</li><li>
Have experience managing websites and similar</li></ul>
<br>
<b>About Us</b><div><b><br>
Why Work at APL?</b></div><div></div><div><br>
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation&rsquo;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.</div><div></div><div><br>
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&rsquo;s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at http://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.</div><div></div><div><br>
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 Accommodations@jhuapl.edu.</div><div><br>
</div><div>The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL&rsquo;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.</div><br>
<br>
<b>Minimum Rate</b><br>
<br>
$24.25 Hourly
<br>
<br>
<b>Maximum Rate</b><br>
<br>
$44.30 Hourly</div>

Group Administrative Assistant (Part Time)

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