Senior Missile Defense Systems Modeling and Analysis Engineer

About the role

We are seeking a senior engineer (or equivalent background) to lead teams modeling, analyzing, and developing next-generation solutions to the nation’s most challenging missile defense problems. You will push the boundaries of capability to stay ahead of evolving threats by thinking creatively, taking risks, and collaborating across engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead teams and develop MATLAB-based models and analyses of missile defense systems.
• Model, analyze, and lead performance assessments of fielded and conceptual systems to identify improvement opportunities.
• Propose and develop innovative concepts and algorithms to enhance U.S. missile defense capabilities.
• Create and deliver presentations to communicate technical recommendations to APL leadership, government sponsors, and the engineering community.
• Contribute to a dynamic group culture by participating in collaborative teams, championing continual improvement and innovation, and producing high-quality products.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, physics, mathematics, or equivalent.
• At least 5+ years of professional engineering experience with a Department of Defense focus.
• Proven experience leading complex, multi-disciplinary analyses.
• Proficiency using MATLAB, including object-oriented capabilities, to conduct modeling and simulation, perform analysis, and create visualizations.
• Proficiency using version control software to develop MATLAB simulations in a team environment.
• Strong multi-disciplinary teamwork and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to obtain an Interim Secret security clearance by your start date and ultimately a Top Secret clearance; eligibility requires U.S. citizenship.

Preferred qualifications

• Domain knowledge of Missile Defense Agency, U.S. Space Force, Navy, and Army sensors, battle management systems, and kinetic and non-kinetic defeat capabilities.
• Proficiency using MATLAB to develop event-driven simulations.
• Active Top Secret or higher clearance.

About Us

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) delivers world-class expertise to address critical national defense, security, space, and science challenges. Our culture emphasizes authenticity, growth, and connection, fostering creativity and bold ideas. We offer generous benefits including robust education assistance, exceptional retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore–Washington metro area.