Senior Ocean Systems Engineer

3 weeks ago


Laurel, Maryland, United States Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Ocean Systems Engineer to lead our team in the development and integration of cutting-edge maritime systems. As a key member of our Ocean Systems and Engineering Group, you will be responsible for providing technical and project leadership through the full engineering lifecycle, from concept generation to installation of next-generation systems on US Navy platforms.

Key Responsibilities
  • Apply innovative thinking and detailed engineering to the development, integration, and evaluation of submarine payloads, autonomous vehicles, acoustic systems, communications systems, and autonomy for our fleet.
  • Develop, implement, and test early prototype R&D maritime systems.
  • Lead engineering evaluations to apply R&D technology to urgent or emerging problems.
  • Lead white paper development, technology surveys, and drafting of technical findings and recommendations for our sponsors.
  • Support sponsor engagement and concept development for new start efforts.
Qualifications
  • Possess a B.S. in Ocean Engineering, System Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Naval Architecture, Electrical Engineering, or have equivalent work experience.
  • Have 7+ years of proven experience working on projects involving either industrial or military undersea operations, sensors, and systems.
  • Are passionate about ocean engineering and tools for maritime system development, integration, evaluations, and technology analysis.
  • Have experience in full lifecycle systems development including the development and fielding of maritime systems.
  • Are skilled in concept design, implementation, and testing.
  • Have demonstrated technical leadership, and the ability to mentor others.
  • Possess strong organization and planning skills, with record of accomplishment in a team environment.
  • Have excellent interpersonal skills and outstanding written and oral communications skills.
  • Have ability to take on leadership roles in a diverse environment of contractors, government, and Navy personnel.
  • Hold an active Top Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain TS/SCI level clearance.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Have a MS or PhD degree in a technical or scientific discipline such as Ocean Engineering, System Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Naval Architecture, Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
  • Have 10+ years of proven experience working on projects involving either industrial or military undersea operations, sensors, and systems.
  • Have experience as a principal investigator for science and technology efforts.
  • Have experience working in a highly technical research environment.
  • Have experience with maritime systems design and integration.
  • Have a current TS/SCI clearance.
About Us

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense, security, space, and science challenges. With a wide selection of challenging, impactful work and a robust education assistance program, APL promotes a culture of life-long learning. Our employees enjoy generous benefits and healthy work/life balance. APL's campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area.

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.



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