Concept Design Engineer

1 month ago


London, Kentucky, United States The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Concept Design Engineer to join our team at The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL). As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for designing and developing advanced systems that utilize innovative technologies to support our warfighters.

Key Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to participate in the full pipeline of system development, from conception to integration.
  • Develop and run models in various fields, including aerodynamics, mechanical design, controls, materials, and more.
  • Design and develop algorithms and constraints based on real-world limitations to enable a multi-disciplinary design process.
  • Solve multi-objective system design optimization challenges to provide sponsors with the best solutions.
Qualifications
  • Possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, Applied Mathematics, or a related technical field with demonstrated ability in developing and executing multi-disciplinary optimization for early-phase design work.
  • Have a general understanding of optimization techniques such as Genetic Algorithms and statistical methodologies such as Monte Carlo and Design of Experiments (DOE).
  • Have significant experience with MATLAB/Simulink, Python, and/or C++.
  • Have some background in several subject areas such as guidance, control, aerodynamics, structures, and/or propulsion.
  • Be able to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Secret level clearance.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Possess a Master's degree or PhD in Engineering, Physics, Applied Mathematics, or a related technical field.
  • Have a background in researching and developing vehicle designs for multiple applications, including missiles, UAVs, UUVs, and submersibles.
  • Have an ability to absorb perspectives of a sophisticated system that may be unfamiliar to you from assorted team members and form them into a cohesive system-level view.
  • Have experience in balancing analysis fidelity to answer questions.
  • Have enough depth with numerical methods to understand/bypass potential shortfalls and can choose well-suited algorithms for a given problem.
  • Hold a DoD Secret Clearance.
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.



  • London, Kentucky, United States The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory Full time

    Design and Develop Advanced SystemsWe are seeking a creative and motivated engineer to join our team at The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL). As a Concept Design Engineer, you will play a key role in the development of simulations of US weapons, threat missiles, and submersibles.Key Responsibilities:Connect with other teams to...

  • Mechanical Engineer

    4 weeks ago


    London, Kentucky, United States The Swift Group Full time

    Job OverviewWe are seeking a highly skilled Mechanical Engineer to join our team at The Swift Group. As a key member of our engineering team, you will be responsible for developing requirements, providing direction on design concepts, and reviewing feasibility and realism of systems.Key Responsibilities:Develop and maintain technical requirements and...


  • London, Kentucky, United States Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Digital/RF Design Engineer to join our team at the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL). As a member of our multidisciplinary team, you will be responsible for designing, integrating, and delivering custom end-to-end RF communications systems built around software defined radios.Key...


  • London, Kentucky, United States Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Solid Rocket Propulsion Engineer to join our team at the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL). As a key member of our Propulsion Engineering team, you will be responsible for designing and analyzing rocket propulsion systems for various applications.Key ResponsibilitiesApply propulsion modeling techniques...


  • London, Kentucky, United States The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Model-Based Systems Engineer to join our team at The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory. As a key member of our team, you will provide advanced systems engineering expertise in developing system models, model profiles, architecture frameworks, and systems engineering processes for critical strategic...


  • London, Kentucky, United States Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Solid Rocket Propulsion Engineer to join our team at the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory. As a key member of our Propulsion Engineering team, you will be responsible for designing and analyzing rocket propulsion systems for various applications.Key ResponsibilitiesApply propulsion modeling techniques to...


  • London, Kentucky, United States The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory Full time

    Electromagnetic Systems EngineerWe are seeking a highly skilled Electromagnetic Systems Engineer to join our team at The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory. As an Electromagnetic Systems Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, testing, and delivering RF, antenna, and electromagnetic devices developed by you and others.Key...


  • London, Kentucky, United States Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory Full time

    Job Title: Senior Hardware EngineerWe are seeking a highly skilled Senior Hardware Engineer to join our team at the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL). As a member of our multidisciplinary team, you will be responsible for designing and developing custom circuit technology for software-defined radio applications.Key...


  • London, Kentucky, United States Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) Full time

    Job DescriptionWe are seeking a highly skilled Senior Model Based Systems Engineer to join our team at the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL). As a key member of our Systems Engineering Group, you will provide advanced systems engineering expertise in developing system models, model profiles, architecture frameworks, and systems engineering...


  • London, Kentucky, United States Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Model-Based Systems Engineer to join our team at the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL). As a key member of our team, you will provide advanced systems engineering expertise in developing system models, model profiles, architecture frameworks, and systems engineering processes for critical strategic...


  • London, Kentucky, United States The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory Full time

    Senior Hardware EngineerWe are seeking an experienced Senior Hardware Engineer to join our team at The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL). As a key member of our multidisciplinary team, you will be responsible for designing and developing custom circuit technology for software-defined radio applications.Key Responsibilities:Lead the...


  • London, Kentucky, United States The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory Full time

    Job DescriptionWe are seeking an experienced Embedded Systems Design Engineer to join our team at The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL). As an Embedded Systems Engineer, you will be responsible for developing software and firmware for real-time embedded systems, implementing digital signal processing (DSP) algorithms, and integrating...

  • Senior Engineer

    4 weeks ago


    London, Kentucky, United States The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory Full time

    Job DescriptionWe are seeking a Senior Engineer to lead the radome design and analysis for subsonic, supersonic, and hypersonic applications. As a member of our team, you will be responsible for advancing the state of the art in fields such as radome survivability and RF performance and integrated thermal-structural analysis.Key ResponsibilitiesLead studies...


  • London, Kentucky, United States The Swift Group Full time

    Job Title: Controls EngineerJob Summary:The Swift Group is seeking a highly skilled Controls Engineer to join our team. As a key member of our engineering team, you will be responsible for designing and implementing control systems for our clients.Responsibilities:* Assist in developing requirements and providing direction on control system design concepts*...


  • London, Kentucky, United States The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory Full time

    Job DescriptionWe are seeking a highly skilled Software Development Engineer to join our team at The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory. As a member of our close-knit prototyping team, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects that enable warfighters to harness a diverse set of sensors and data sources to accomplish a...


  • London, Kentucky, United States The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory Full time

    Job Title: Electrical Engineer for Advanced Defense SystemsWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Electrical Engineer to join our team at The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL). As an Electrical Engineer for Advanced Defense Systems, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and testing advanced defense systems,...

  • HPC Systems Engineer

    4 weeks ago


    London, Kentucky, United States The Swift Group Full time

    Job SummaryThe Swift Group is seeking an experienced HPC Engineer to join our team in Laurel, MD. As a Senior Systems Engineer, you will provide portfolio-level advisory support to our customers, facilitating the development, acquisition, and support of complex systems.You will liaise with various technical and non-technical stakeholders in support of system...


  • London, Kentucky, United States The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Data-Driven Solutions Engineer to join our team at The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory. As a key member of our Decision Systems Group, you will be responsible for designing and developing high-performance, scalable, and resilient decision support systems. Your expertise in data science and...


  • London, Kentucky, United States Peraton Full time

    Job Summary:We are seeking a highly experienced Cyber Systems Engineer to join our team at Peraton. As a key member of our Streaming Platform team, you will be responsible for conducting system engineering tasks associated with developing system requirements specifications, leading design and development activities, and providing technical leadership for the...


  • London, Kentucky, United States Two Six Technologies Full time

    Software Engineering Internship OpportunityAt Two Six Technologies, we are committed to building innovative products that address the world's most complex challenges. Our team of cutting-edge researchers and developers work together to create solutions that make a real difference. We are currently seeking a talented Software Engineering Intern to join our...