Electrical Engineer for Maritime Systems

19 hours ago

Maryland City, Maryland, United States Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Electrical Engineer to join our team at the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL). As an Electrical Engineer for Maritime Systems, you will play a critical role in the design, development, and testing of advanced sensor systems and complex electro-mechanical systems for maritime and undersea applications.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design, analyze, and test prototype sensor systems and testbeds destined for a maritime environment.
  • Apply innovative thinking to complex problems, assist in the brainstorming and development of new initiatives/concepts in maritime applications through research and development (R&D) efforts.
  • Develop custom sensor interfaces along with their associated signal condition, filtering, and data acquisition systems using A/D and D/A converters.
  • Support lab development and testing of electrical sensors, power control hardware, and distribution systems, as well as imaging systems using equipment such as oscilloscopes/digitizers, function generators, light sources, optical detectors, spectrum analyzers, and other test equipment.
  • Develop project plans and test plans and conduct land/ocean-based field tests/demonstrations of advanced sensor systems to ensure that program objectives are satisfactorily addressed through simulation, subsystem integration testing, and full system testing.
  • Collaborate with multiple DoD system partners to evaluate current designs, identify risks, and develop solutions to address those risks.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related technical field with 5+ years of demonstrated experience with relevant electrical systems in a professional environment.
  • Hands-on experience with prototype development, circuit design, debugging, PCB design, interfacing analog electronics to FPGAs and microcontrollers with serial protocols such as I2C/SPI/USB, system integration & test, developing data acquisition systems, power distribution systems, and similar tasks.
  • Detailed knowledge of how to use lab instruments and engineering software tools such as Altium, PSpice, LabView for electrical design and development.
  • Proven ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team and possess strong interpersonal, speaking, and technical writing skills to communicate effectively with staff and management at all levels.
  • Ability to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by start date and can ultimately obtain a Top Secret level clearance.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Master's degree in electrical engineering or closely related technical field.
  • 5+ years of relevant experience with moored and towed ocean systems like buoys, towed arrays, UUV, and ROVs.
  • Experience with development and testing of towed or moored acoustic and non-acoustic sensor arrays or similar telemetry systems.
  • Experience with Ship Board Power systems, Power Filtering, or Large Battery Powered Systems.
  • Experience with Preamplifier design, Switching power supplies vs Linear Power Regulators, AC and DC power supplies, Low-Noise Power Systems, and Testing any/all of these systems.
About 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. 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.

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.

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