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Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory · 3 months ago

2026 Graduate – Optical; Electrical; Computer Engineer – Imaging Systems

Laurel, MD

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$85K/yr - $155K/yr

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is seeking a 2026 Graduate in Optical, Electrical, or Computer Engineering to join their Imaging Systems Group. The role involves developing and deploying imaging system hardware, algorithms, and software, while also contributing to innovative research initiatives in optical imaging.

EducationUniversities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Develop, evaluate, and deploy imaging system hardware, algorithms, and/or software

Assist in the brainstorming and development of new initiatives/concepts in optical imaging through internal research and development (IR&D) efforts

Capture technical contributions in internal memoranda/reports and conference/journal papers, and present findings and recommendations at internal and external forums

Support field integration and testing activities of developed systems

Qualification

Optical EngineeringComputer VisionImaging ScienceElectrical EngineeringPublic SpeakingSecret Security ClearanceTechnical WritingInterpersonal SkillsTeam Collaboration

Required

Have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Optical Engineering, Imaging Science, Computer Vision, or equivalent

Have demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team, with strong interpersonal, speaking, and technical writing skills

Can ultimately obtain a Secret level 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

Have a Master's degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Optical Engineering, Imaging Science, Computer Vision, or equivalent

Have an active Secret level security clearance

Benefits

Education assistance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Flexible spending accounts

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