2027 Graduate – Defense Systems Simulation & Analysis – Electrical Engineer/Physicist/Mathematician

About the Role

We are seeking innovative and talented technical graduates to join our Multi-Domain System Concepts Group to conduct simulation and analysis, identify defensive systems gaps, and develop new system concepts to improve defensive capabilities for the U.S. You would apply math, engineering, and physics knowledge to implement models and simulations of real-world and future systems, then analyze those sensors, battle management and communications systems, and kinetic and non-kinetic defensive systems. You would develop skills in analysis, algorithm development, optimization, and modeling and simulation of a wide variety of U.S. Missile Defense, Armed Forces, and Space systems.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development and assessment of U.S. Defense systems
• Model, analyze, and perform assessments of fielded systems and find opportunities for improvement
• Propose and develop innovative concepts/algorithms to improve capabilities
• Conduct analysis to assess potential future systems performance
• Conduct parametric analyses using high performance computing capabilities
• Develop prototype capabilities and work with real-world systems to transition ideas to fielded capabilities
• Develop presentations to effectively communicate technical recommendations to APL leadership, government sponsors, and the engineering community
• Contribute to our group and uphold core values through participation in collaborative teams and activities, as well as be surrounded by staff sharing a dedication to continual improvement, innovation and risk-taking, and developing high quality products

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Engineering Physics, Physics, Mathematics, or similar degrees
• Skilled in and/or have knowledge of programming and analysis, as well as math and physics
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and ultimately obtain Top Secret level 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

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in MATLAB (or another high level language), especially with Object Orientated Programing and Event Driven Simulations
• Domain knowledge of Missile Defense Agency, Space Force, Army, Navy, etc. systems and/or relevant internship experience
• Strong background in RF and IR systems, signal processing, communications systems, and algorithm development
• Final Secret or Top Secret clearance

Pay

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