2025 Graduate - Thermal and Infrared Signature Analyst - Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory

Description:

Are you looking for a unique opportunity to impact significant advances to the nation's groundbreaking integrated air and missile defense (IAMD) systems?

 

Are you an engineer driven to expand your skills in order to solve both current and emerging needs of the Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC)?

 

Would you like to join a diverse team of skilled engineers and scientists to advance thermal and Electro-Optical (EO)/Infrared (IR) capabilities?

 

If so, then we are looking for someone like you for our IR Signatures team at APL!

 

We are seeking a creative, driven, and motivated engineer to join our dynamic, diverse group which provides outstanding engineering services and products. You’ll be joining a hardworking team of people who strive to address broad challenges for programs of national importance. As a member of our team you will collaborate, contribute, and innovate to further our capabilities against rapid proliferation of adversarial systems.

 

As a Thermal and Infrared Signature Analyst, you will…

• Apply strong attention to detail to predict EO/IR signature phenomenologies of missiles, rocket motor plumes, air platforms, and relevant background scenes in endo and exo-atmospheric flight conditions in support of IAMD technology development and other programs
• Interact with various domain authorities to grow your knowledge base related to overall weapon systems, and apply that knowledge to improve analysis methodologies
• Collaborate with senior developers to improve existing code suites, with the goal of maintaining our teams status as a leading authority in the IR signature community
• Compare predictions with wind tunnel, laboratory, and flight test data and literature
• Work both independently and as part of a team to craft exploratory studies to characterize the impacts of specific phenomena on various weapon systems’ performance
• Document and present findings to government agencies and sponsors

Qualifications:

You'll meet the qualifications for the job if you have...

• A Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Mechanical/Aerospace engineering (or a related field) with college coursework focused on areas such as heat transfer, thermodynamics, numerical analysis, fluid dynamics, and other related topics
• An overall college grade point average of at least 3.5, with 3.75 or higher in core courses
• Experience with programming/coding/scripting using tools such as Python, MATLAB, C++, or Shell
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to acquire an Interim Secret security clearance prior to your start date, and ultimately obtain a Secret security clearance. If selected for the position, 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

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 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 www.jhuapl.edu/careers.

 

About Us:

APL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. 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 promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are 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. Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.

 

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 part-time salaried employees, 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, part-time study and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

Minimum Rate:$85,000 AnnuallyMaximum Rate:$150,000 Annually