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Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory · 2 weeks ago

Digital Systems Engineer

Laurel, MD

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$100K/yr - $228K/yr

5+ years exp

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is dedicated to addressing critical defense, security, space, and science challenges. They are seeking a Digital Systems Engineer to contribute to the Nuclear Command, Control, and Communications (NC3) mission, focusing on systems engineering and digital engineering to develop innovative solutions and enhance interoperability in complex systems.

EducationUniversities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Cultivating your systems and digital engineering capabilities through training and collaboration with other SEs, DEs, and MBSE modelers

Identifying and deploying methods, processes, and guidelines to develop artifacts as part of the capability development process

Participating on teams working to advance the capabilities of crucial NC3 systems; You will leverage DE capabilities to analyze and assess existing and proposed systems (system-of-systems) and platforms

Delivering presentations to sponsors and working groups to effectively communicate proposed concepts, solutions, and analysis findings

Collaborating with engineers and scientists in a multidisciplinary team environment to develop digital engineering products

Qualification

Systems EngineeringDigital EngineeringModel-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)DODAFUAFSysMLCameo Systems ModelerMATLAB/SimulinkAnalytical SkillsInterpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsOrganizational Skills

Required

Possess a Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, mathematics, or another related field

Have between at least five and ten years of relevant systems engineering experience

Have a strong understanding of systems engineering principles and practices

Possess/knowledge of digital engineering and systems engineering modeling techniques and methodologies

Are familiar with systems engineering frameworks such as DODAF and UAF

Have the ability to analyze sophisticated problems and develop innovative solutions, especially in system architecture and integration

Have excellent interpersonal skills, outstanding oral and written communication skills, and good organizational skills

Show proficiency in leading, working autonomously, and collaborating within a team environment

Have a willingness and ability to stay up-to-date with the latest developments in DE, such as: MBSE, languages, frameworks, tools, and industry standard methodologies

Are willing and able to occasionally travel, including both local and non-local travel

Hold an active Top 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

Preferred

Possess a Master's degree (or higher) in engineering, systems engineering, computer science, mathematics, or another related field

Have between ten and fifteen years of relevant systems engineering experience

Can demonstrate proficiency in using modeling tools and software, such as Cameo Systems Modeler, Sparx Enterprise Architect, Capella, Visual Paradigm, or IBM Engineering Systems Rational Rhapsody

Are familiar with modeling languages SysML and UAFML or other industry-specific languages

Have relevant certifications from recognized professional engineering and MBSE organizations

Have experience in Air Force and/or Navy platforms and systems in NC3

Possess competence in using software tools for analysis, simulation, and validation, such as MATLAB/Simulink or other domain-specific software

Have strong analytical skills for requirements analysis, risk assessment, and performance analysis of systems

Have an active Top-Secret/SCI clearance

Benefits

Generous benefits

Robust education assistance program

Unparalleled retirement contributions

Healthy work/life balance

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

Company

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory

The Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is a not-for-profit university-affiliated research center (UARC) that provides solutions to complex national security and scientific challenges with technical expertise and prototyping, research and development, and analysis.

Founded in 1942

Laurel, Maryland, USA

5001-10000 employees