Leading Researcher in Space Control Applications

2 days ago


Maryland City, Maryland, United States Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory Full time

As a researcher at The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL), you will be part of a team that brings world-class expertise to the nation's most critical defense, security, space and science challenges.

We are seeking a driven engineer, mathematician, or scientist to help us continue designing, developing and assessing various space technologies and algorithms. You'll join a hardworking team who balances independent work and teamwork on a variety of space-based projects.

Our group maintains proficiencies in photonics, signatures, advanced technology applications, orbital engagements, space control concept assessment, autonomous operations, and multi-disciplinary optimization.

The ideal candidate will have a PhD in Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computational Sciences or a related technical field, as well as expertise in an area of research that can be applied to technologies or algorithms related to space control applications.

You will also need to be willing and able to occasionally travel to sponsor locations and obtain Interim Top Secret level security clearance by your start date and ultimately achieve TS/SCI level clearance.

Responsibilities
  • Researching, designing, developing, and testing space components
  • Characterizing the performance of current, proposed and future space systems, sensors (EO/IR, radar, etc.) and constellations
  • Developing algorithms to improve and assess performance of space systems

Salary: $90,000 - $220,000 per year

Why APL? 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.



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