Description Are you passionate about advancing maritime autonomy through innovative test and evaluation practices? Do you thrive in projects that combine on-water and simulation-based testing of innovative systems? Are you experienced in leading teams, systems engineering, integration testing, or maritime autonomy? If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL! We are seeking an Autonomous Maritime Test and Evaluation Lead to join the Ocean Systems and Engineering Group (KMT)! In this role, you will orchestrate the testing and integration of the next generation of maritime systems for our nation. Your responsibilities will span the full spectrum of developmental and integration testing, both on-water and in simulation-based environments. This position requires close collaboration with government, industry, and academic partners to advance autonomous maritime capabilities. As am Autonomous Maritime Test and Evaluation Lead you will: Design and implement a comprehensive Test & Evaluation (T&E) program for autonomous maritime systems, blending innovative methodologies and novel practices. Lead integration and testing efforts across hardware, software, and autonomous platforms to ensure compatibility, functionality, and performance. Develop methodologies for analyzing test data, identifying trends, addressing challenges, and recommending improvements to enhance system performance. Provide technical and project leadership for T&E initiatives involving on-water and simulation-based testing, supporting developmental and integration breakthroughs. Collaborate with internal and external partners to align T&E strategies with broader mission goals, offering technical expertise and solutions to optimize results. Prepare and deliver detailed technical reports, presentations, and documentation to share findings and project progress with collaborators. Ensure all testing activities align with relevant standards, regulations, and best practices while advancing innovative ways to T&E. Qualifications You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you... Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Naval Architecture, Mechanical Engineering, Ocean Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field. Have 5+ years of senior engineering experience working with maritime systems, autonomous vehicles, or related fields. Demonstrate ability to lead projects, including planning, execution, and delivering outcomes within scope. Understand simulation-based tools for system testing and evaluation. Have familiarity with software development principles, including testing frameworks, embedded systems, or control software commonly used in autonomous systems. Are passionate about applying systems engineering methods to maritime system development, integration, and evaluation. Exhibit strong organizational, planning, interpersonal, and communication skills, excelling in collaborative, multidisciplinary environments. Are able to work with government infrastructure and lead within a diverse contractor and government team environment. Can support travel up to 25%, including attending meetings and field-testing events. Are able to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a 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. You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you... Hold an MS or PhD in Systems Engineering, Naval Architecture, Mechanical Engineering, Ocean Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. Have 10+ years of experience leading teams to test, evaluate, and integrate maritime systems. Bring 10+ years of experience working with government teams to field maritime systems. Possess experience with fielded autonomous systems and their operational testing. Already hold an active Top Secret security 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 http://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. The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL’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. Minimum Rate $90,000 Annually Maximum Rate $230,000 Annually