2026 Graduate - Engineer/Scientist - Resilient Military Systems

About the role

We are seeking dedicated individuals to analyze and evolve the architecture, design, constraints, and cyber requirements of military platforms/systems and spacecrafts. Our team works collaboratively with industry, academia, and government to study, design, develop, implement, and test cyber capabilities applied to air, afloat, ground, and undersea military and/or tactical platforms and systems.

Responsibilities

• You will enhance the design of ships, subs, aircraft, spacecrafts, autonomous military systems, and weapons to increase the resilience to cyberspace attacks.
• You will possess valuable skills in the areas of software development, systems engineering, and/or modeling and simulation.
• You will collaborate with team members in the definition and design of robust and resilient solutions for the acquisitions, operations and sustainment of military and tactical systems in the presence of adverse cyber environments.
• You can use internal funding opportunities to craft the direction of future research.

Qualifications

• You meet the minimum qualifications for this position if you have: A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a field relevant to the duties as described.
• You have an educational background or specialization interest in at least one of the following categories: Proficiency in one or more programming languages such as Python, Java, Golang, Rust, C, or C++. Proven experience in software development, testing, and deployment, preferably in a cybersecurity context. Experience writing, analyzing, performing gap analysis, or validating requirements in accordance with INCOSE or IEEE/ISO standards. Experience applying data science, mathematical modeling, and/or machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI) techniques to solve cybersecurity problems. Demonstrated the ability to work in teams as a leader and/or a contributor. Proven demonstration as a critical thinker, developing solutions to complex problems. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Ability to occasionally travel (up to 10%) and work as required in classified areas.
• 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.

Skills

You will possess valuable skills in the areas of software development, systems engineering, and/or modeling and simulation.

Benefits

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.

Pay

Minimum Rate $85,000 Annually
Maximum Rate $165,000 Annually

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate project needs.

Additional Information

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 Accessibility@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.