Job Description

Description

Do you find analyzing and understanding complex dynamic systems exciting and challenging?

Are you passionate about engineering robust and resilient military platforms capable of operating in the face of determined cyber adversaries? 

 

We are seeking dedicated individuals to analyze and evolve the architecture, design, constraints, and cyber requirements of military platforms/systems and spacecraft, supporting state-of-the-art offensive and defensive capability development.  Our team works collaboratively with industry, academia, and government to study, design, develop, implement, and test cyber capabilities applied to air, space, afloat, ground, and undersea military and/or tactical platforms and systems.

 

As a member of our team...

• You will enhance your skills in model based system engineering (MBSE), requirements development, analyzing designs, and test and evaluation.
• You will enhance the design of ships, subs, aircraft, spacecrafts, autonomous military systems, and weapons to increase the resilience to cyberspace attacks.
• You will collaborate with team members in the definition and design of robust and resilient solutions for the acquisitions, operations and sustainment of military and tactical systems in the presence of adverse cyber environments. 
• You can use internal funding opportunities to craft the direction of future research.

Qualifications

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...

• Have a BS in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, or a related technical area.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently and on a team.
• Are able to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a DoD Top Secret Clearance. If selected, you will be subjected to a government security investigation, and you should meet the eligibility requirements for access to classified information up to the Top Secret level. Eligibility requirements include US citizenship.

 

You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...

• Have model-based system engineering experience (MBSE).
• Have experience writing, analyzing, performing gap analysis, or validating requirements in accordance with INCOSE or IEEE/ISO standards.
• Experience with full life cycle systems engineering processes and/or applied research.
• Experience with military and space systems architecture, design, and cybersecurity solutions.
• Have experience designing solutions that inhibit or mitigate operational impact from cyberspace attack given constraints of funding, operations, performance and/or organization.
• Understand cybersecurity issues affecting operational technology (OT) like ICS/SCADA systems or real-time and highly constrained aircraft, ships, ground vehicles, submarines, spacecraft, including RTOS, embedded, RF/communications, weapons, autonomous systems, serial bus specifications, and operational mission/domain-specific applications.
• Have had prior interactions with the DoD and IC communities.
• Hold an active DoD Top Secret or TS/SCI Clearance.

 

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 www.jhuapl.edu/careers.

About Us

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.

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