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Maritime Robotics Systems Engineer

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location_onScaggsville Road, Columbia, Howard County, Maryland, 20723, United States

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About the Team

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to the nation's most critical defense, security, space, and science challenges. We are dedicated to solving complex problems and pioneering new technologies. What makes us truly outstanding is our culture: a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates. We celebrate differences of perspective and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas.

About the Role

We are seeking a Maritime Autonomous Systems Engineer to join a highly creative, adaptable, and success-driven group. In this role, you will help the US Navy prototype and adopt new maritime robotics technologies for uncrewed surface vehicles (USVs), uncrewed undersea vehicles (UUVs), and other robotic vehicles. You will have a direct impact on the Navy's biggest challenges by applying your systems engineering, test, and team leadership skills to achieve the goals of APL prototype projects and modernize our sponsors' acquisition approach for autonomous systems.

You will be joining a team that builds on APL's legacy of scientific research and development and trusted service to the nation. As a subject matter expert, you will lead and mentor multidisciplinary technical teams, oversee the design and integration of autonomous maritime vehicles, and collaborate with the US Navy and other government and industry sponsors. This is an opportunity to take ownership of technical problems, seek creative solutions, and thrive in a fast-paced environment where you can lead collaborative teams on new and exciting challenges.

Hiring Process

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Selected candidates 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, and candidates must be able to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by their start date.

Equal Opportunity

APL is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. 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. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu.

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Skills: Systems Engineering, Mbse, Digital Engineering, Modeling And Simulation, Software-In-The-Loop, Test And Evaluation, Autonomy, Ai, Maritime Robotics, Naval Architecture.

Education: Bachelor's in Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Naval Architecture, Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or similar field required; Master's in Engineering or related technical field preferred; PhD in Engineering or related technical field preferred.

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What does a Maritime Robotics Systems Engineer at Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory do?expand_more
In this Maritime Robotics Systems Engineer at Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory role, you will perform systems engineering for new systems with advanced software and sensing capabilities; develop design reference missions, requirements, and measures of performance; lead and mentor multidisciplinary technical teams on design trade studies and prototyping; and oversee design, integration, and testing of autonomous maritime vehicles and control software.
What are the requirements for this Maritime Robotics Systems Engineer role?expand_more
Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Bachelors in Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Naval Architecture, Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or similar field; 4+ years of relevant Systems Engineering experience related to US Navy or DOD platforms; Experience developing and integrating uncrewed vehicles, autonomy software, and/or maritime systems; Experience building and leading technical engineering teams; Experience working with the US Navy or other government sponsors in a DOD research and development and/or acquisition environment; and Ability to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by start date and ultimately obtain a Secret level clearance.
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Work model: On-site

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Scaggsville Road, Columbia, Howard County, Maryland, 20723, United States

Columbia, Maryland

Key Responsibilities

  • check_circlePerform systems engineering for new systems with advanced software and sensing capabilities
  • check_circleDevelop design reference missions, requirements, and measures of performance
  • check_circleLead and mentor multidisciplinary technical teams on design trade studies and prototyping
  • check_circleOversee design, integration, and testing of autonomous maritime vehicles and control software
  • check_circleServe as subject matter expert on maritime robotics technologies and emerging trends
  • check_circleCollaborate with US Navy and other sponsors on acquisition and research projects
  • check_circlePlan and lead technical reviews including development of technical products and briefings
  • check_circleDesign and execute testing of autonomous systems through modeling, simulation, and in-water tests

Requirements

  • verifiedBachelors in Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Naval Architecture, Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or similar field
  • verified4+ years of relevant Systems Engineering experience related to US Navy or DOD platforms
  • verifiedExperience developing and integrating uncrewed vehicles, autonomy software, and/or maritime systems
  • verifiedExperience building and leading technical engineering teams
  • verifiedExperience working with the US Navy or other government sponsors in a DOD research and development and/or acquisition environment
  • verifiedAbility to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by start date and ultimately obtain a Secret level clearance
  • verifiedU.S. citizenship
  • verifiedWilling and able to travel up to 10% of the time

Nice to Have

M.S. or Ph.D. in Engineering or a related technical field. Experience designing, integrating, and testing software, sensors, payloads, and vehicle control systems for maritime platforms. Experience applying Systems Engineering and Test & Evaluation skills for the prototyping of US Navy USV, UUVs, or other US Navy uncrewed systems.

Benefits & Perks

check_circleRobust education assistance programcheck_circleUnparalleled retirement contributionscheck_circlePaid time offcheck_circleFlexible spending accountscheck_circleTraining and development opportunitiescheck_circleRelocation benefitscheck_circleLocality allowance
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Experience

4+ yrs (Mid Level)

Education

Bachelor's in Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Naval Architecture, Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or similar field required

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Full-Time

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Systems EngineeringMbseDigital EngineeringModeling And SimulationSoftware-In-The-LoopTest And Evaluation

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Where is the Maritime Robotics Systems Engineer role at Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory located?expand_more
Maritime Robotics Systems Engineer at Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory is based in Scaggsville Road, Columbia, Howard County, Maryland, 20723, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this Maritime Robotics Systems Engineer job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory has listed this Maritime Robotics Systems Engineer role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this Maritime Robotics Systems Engineer role?expand_more
Maritime Robotics Systems Engineer at Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory typically requires 4+ years of relevant experience at the mid level level.
What skills do you need for the Maritime Robotics Systems Engineer role at Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory?expand_more
Key skills for Maritime Robotics Systems Engineer at Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory include Systems Engineering; Mbse; Digital Engineering; Modeling And Simulation; Software-In-The-Loop; Test And Evaluation; Autonomy; and Ai.
What education is required for Maritime Robotics Systems Engineer at Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory?expand_more
Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's in Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Naval Architecture, Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or similar field required; Master's in Engineering or related technical field preferred; and PhD in Engineering or related technical field preferred.
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Maritime Robotics Systems Engineer at Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory is part of the engineering job category on Recrutus.
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