Description Are you interested in contributing to the design and advancement of weapon systems and architectures vital to our national defense? If so, we 're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL! The Weapon Systems Engineering group is seeking a senior technical professional to help us address sophisticated engineering challenges for advanced missile defense systems. We are a multi-disciplinary team of experts who increase the versatility of real-world missile systems, perform laboratory / field testing, conduct in-depth data analysis, and present findings to sponsors and the warfighter. Our group promotes professional growth, a balanced life, and diversity of thought. As a Senior Weapon Systems Engineer, your primary responsibility will be to help conceive, assess, and improve guided missile systems through a systems engineering process that includes the use of high-fidelity and mixed-fidelity simulations and statistical analysis tools. You will: Evaluate the mission effectiveness of a number of existing and future interceptor systems, adapting to constantly evolving threats in both theater and homeland defense. Identify limiting factors to systems-of-systems performance using a multitude of guided weapon simulations as well as determine software and hardware enhancements that will expand weapon systems capability. Develop requirements and evaluation criteria for evolving interceptor designs to engineer emerging mission areas using a Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) approach. Present key findings to various government sponsors including the U.S. Navy and the Missile Defense Agency (MDA), among others. Become a technical authority for the programs we support, a mentor to junior staff, and make an impact on the defensive systems that keep our warfighters safe! Qualifications You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you... Have a Bachelor's degree or higher in an Engineering field, Math or Physics. Have 5+ years of professional experience in performing analysis, design trades, and studies of kinematic interceptors or experience with medium or high fidelity scientific simulations. Demonstrated skills in systems engineering. Experience with digital engineering techniques such as MBSE, and SysML tools like Cameo EA and familiarity with existing architectural constructs like UAFML and DODAAF 2.0 is desired. Demonstrated skill with systems-of-systems simulation development. Experience with AFSIM, EADSIM, and/or similar simulation frameworks is desired. Strong communication skills needed to interact with government sponsors through both written and verbal communications. Are able to obtain an Interim Secret security clearance by your start date and ultimately a Top Secret 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. Special Working Conditions : Occasional travel to sponsor, contractor, or government facilities for meetings and reviews. Occasional support of test events involving extended hours, travel aboard ships and travel to field sites. 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 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’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at http://www.jhuapl.edu/careers. #LI-KW1 #LI-AG1 About Us 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 of perspectives, 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