2025 PhD Graduate - RF and Electromagnetics Engineer - EW Systems Group

Do you love coming up with creative ideas?

Are you an expert in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Physics, or Math?

Do you love to model, develop, build, integrate, and test complex systems?

Are you passionate about working with ground-breaking next generation technologies?

If you are graduating with a PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Physics, or Math we'd love to have you join our team! We are seeking an Engineer ready to take on new challenges with us as we develop and test RF and EW systems and components.

You will join a team of multi-disciplinary staff who model, develop, integrate, and operationally test complex RF and EW systems and the subsystem building blocks that enable them.We provide our sponsors with world class expertise on EW systems operating reliably in challenging operational environments.We are passionate about having a collaborative team environment to provide the highest capability to the warfighter.

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you have:

• A PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Physics, or Math.
• Have a passion for modeling, design, development, integration, and/or testing of systems.
• Are willing and able to travel occasionally to sponsor, contractor, and test sites.
• Are able to obtain an Interim Secret Clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Secret security 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.

You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...

• Have experience working with RF or EW design software and test equipment.
• Have an active Secret or Top Secret security clearance.

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 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 athttp://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.

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 of perspectives, 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 contactAccommodations@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 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.