NC3 Systems Engineer & Analyst

About the role

We are looking for a dynamic and self-motivated candidate to support the advancement of the nation's nuclear command, control, and communications (NC3) systems. They will work to influence requirements, policy, acquisition, and technologies.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with the Office of the Under Secretary of War for Acquisition and Sustainment while stationed in the Mark Center in Alexandria, VA.
• Provide technical contributions and leadership in the acquisition and sustainment of systems, including overseeing and facilitating studies for the Government.
• Evaluate future NC3 systems to identify operational and performance deficiencies, recommend targeted improvements to strengthen command and control capabilities in coordination with mission partners and other FFRDCs and UARCs on-site and off.
• Provide broad technical expertise across multiple NC3 systems and conduct assessments and analysis on existing and new data sets from multiple vendors.
• Architect, develop, and implement integration plans, working closely with stakeholders to ensure mission success, and propose creative approaches to address hard problems.
• Conduct acquisition risk management analysis of technical performance, schedule, and cost requirements, for NC3 portfolio programs and devise and implement standard methodologies for program and portfolio evaluation.
• Interact with technical specialists in other fields as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Detail work in technical reports and memoranda and present work to sponsors, stakeholders, and the technical community.

Qualifications

• Possess a Bachelor’s degree in engineering, mathematics, physical science, or other relevant technical field.
• Have at least five years of relevant DoW-related technical experience in command and control systems of military platforms and related systems for nuclear or strategic deterrence.
• Have experience with government program offices or operational commands and understand acquisition across the DoW systems development lifecycle.
• Possess strong written and verbal communication skills with a demonstrated ability to engage effectively with senior leaders.
• Demonstrate integrity, self-motivation, and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and are willing and able to travel for sponsor visits and meetings while sitting primarily at the sponsor location at the Mark Center in Alexandria, VA.
• Be willing and able to travel to Laurel, MD for periodic meetings.
• Have an active Top Secret security clearance and can ultimately obtain a 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. 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 https://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.