Modeling and Simulation Software Engineer

Passionate about developing software and analyzing complex physical phenomena?

Enjoy collaborating with internal and external partners to understand their needs and help solve their problems?

If so, we're looking for someone like you to join the Air Combat and Strike Mission Analysis Group!

We are seeking a motivated software engineer to help us build innovative modeling and simulation (M&S) applications and provide analysis to support the development of next-generation strike weapons, combat air vehicles and other critical capabilities. You'll be joining our team of developers and analysts who work together to create a variety of solutions to multifaceted challenges.

We are a large team of 50 engineers, physicists, mathematicians, and computer scientists who perform mission-level analysis to drive acquisition decisions on important precision strike technologies. Our work is sophisticated, engaging, and frequently has significant impact on Department of Defense programs. We believe in building strong, productive teams, continually growing our capabilities, cultivating collaborative relationships and encouraging a work environment that embraces integrity, trust, confidence, teamwork, accountability, and a little bit of fun. Our team always emphasizes personal development over short-lived success, and we pride ourselves on our intellectual integrity and our ability to deliver outstanding, unbiased analysis products!

As a Software Engineer, you will…

• Collaborate with a team of software engineers and analysts to develop and integrate robust physics-based M&S tools for sensing and countermeasures applied to the precision strike domain
• Participate in defining requirements for, designing, developing, testing, integrating, delivering, and maintaining M&S tools
• Support mission-level modeling, simulation, and analysis to help our sponsors understand the military utility and requirements for air dominance and strike systems

You will meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you…

• Have a BS degree in computer science, computer engineering, or other related field
• Have demonstrated the ability to effectively communicate software capability and design to radar analysts, software engineers, and other collaborators
• Able to design and implement software related to radar and electronic attack domains
• Understand the object oriented software paradigm and can apply it effectively to software development
• Hold an active secret security clearance and are ultimately able to obtain a TS/SCI securty 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 a Master's degree or PhD in a related technical field
• Deeply understand Java, C , and Git
• Have a strong background in radar, electronic attack, and signal processing domains
• Have performed mission-level analysis using tools such as AFSIM

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 at http://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 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.

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.

Salary : $90,000 - $230,000