Systems Engineer

Are you a highly motivated, hands-on systems engineer with exceptional technical and leadership skills?

Are you searching for engaging, impactful work and personal growth?

If so, consider joining us in the Tactical Intelligent Systems Group (QAT) as we work to advance the safety and security of the nation through "Critical Contributions to Critical Challenges". We are advancing analytic methods and developing integrated software systems empowering informed decision making. We are working to advance the forefront of national and health security.

We are problem solvers committed to making a difference who are looking for teammates who will bring their passion and dedication to our work. In QAT, as a Systems Engineer, you will help design, develop, and deploy systems to address complex problems and enable decision making. Ideally you are a systems thinker who takes initiative in solving problems based on your solid systems engineering foundations. If you are willing to collaborate and grow as part of a complementary team of data scientists and engineers, our group may be a place for you to thrive.

As a Systems Engineer in QAT you will:

• Participate in engineering and prototyping efforts to develop systems concepts of operations, define systems architectures, analyze alternatives, elicit and refine requirements, and evaluate potential solutions.
• Create, adapt, and evaluate models and methodologies for sponsor-facing development efforts.
• Engage sponsors to understand their challenges, utilize the systems engineering method to define possible solutions, and develop solutions to maximize operational impact

You meet our minimum required qualifications for the job if you...

• Possess a B.S. in Systems Engineering, Engineering, or other relevant field and have at least 5 years of relevant experience.
• Have training and hands on experience applying Digital Engineering or Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) to complex systems.
• Are experienced working with cross-disciplinary science and engineering teams, to include actively ensuring consistency and common understanding across teams.
• Are self-motivated and self-directed, yet willingly take direction.
• Have a strong intellectual curiosity and a desire to teach or mentor those around you.
• Possess outstanding written and oral communication skills, organizational skills, and a proficiency at relationship building with colleagues, sponsors, and other organizations (contractors, UARCs, FFRDCs).
• Hold an active Secret level clearance, and are able to ultimately obtain a Top Secret level security 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.

You'll go above and beyond our expectations if you...

• Possess an advanced degree (e.g. MSSE, DEng, PhD) in Systems Engineering with proven, hands-on experience.
• Have demonstrated experience applying systems engineering to support the design, development, integration, and testing of health and/or national security complex systems.
• Are proficient in Cameo Enterprise Architecture and SysML, including demonstrated experience using the Simulation Tool Kit and Velocity Templating Language (VTL) with the Report Wizard.
• Have demonstrated experience deriving, organizing, and managing requirements that adhere to the 5 C's.
• Have experience with formal Risk Management.
• Have experience with formal Analysis of Alternatives (AOA) methodologies (Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP), cost-benefit analysis, sensitivity analysis).
• Are passionate about overcommunicating the benefits of systems engineering and MBSE to colleagues and sponsors.
• Have flexibility to multi-task and surge on projects when needed.
• Have familiarity with Agile development, Jira, and DevSecOps best practices.
• Are familiar generating documentation that adheres to Government Data Item Descriptions (DID).
• Have familiarity with Python or other programming languages, HTML, and Internet Information Services (IIS) or other web servers.

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.

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 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.

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.