PVAT Evaluation, Analysis, and Integration Engineer

Are you interested in the research, development, design, testing, and analysis of Position, Velocity, Attitude, and Timing (PVAT) systems including Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) receivers in both clear and interfering radio frequency (RF) environments?

Do you want to be a part of an interdisciplinary team that helps ensure the success of kinetic weapon systems through integrating, testing, analyzing, and improving RF hardware through laboratory and field-testing activities?

If so, we are looking for someone like you to join our team at APL!

We are seeking an engineer to evaluate and assess performance of weapon systems by developing, testing, and implementing complex environments via hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL or HIL) testbeds. You will join a team that integrates, tests, and evaluates HIL simulations that involve GNSS receivers, integrated navigation systems, and external inputs like IMU, air data sensors, and radar altimeters. You will collaborate with a team to develop requirements, evaluate performance, and perform independent verification and validation navigation hardware under challenging signal conditions in real-world environments.

As a PVAT Test and Integration Engineer you will...

• Integrate, test and evaluate GNSS receiver and navigation hardware systems in APL HiL facilities, at field test sites, and external ground test facilities.
• Support Systems Engineering technical tasks such as trade studies, analysis of alternatives, proposals and conceptual development for current and future US military PVAT systems.
• Develop and implement comprehensive test strategies and methodologies to validate requirements and assess performance.
• Explore performance improvements through experimentation and prototyping.
• Analyze and assess contractor designs to assist program offices throughout the DoD acquisition cycle and collaborate with contractor community to help them field operational weapon systems.

You meet our qualifications for the job if you...

• Have a B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or another related technical field
• Have 4 or more years of RF Engineering experience.
• Are familiar with one or more of: navigation principles, inertial navigation, aided navigation, Kalman filters, GNSS receivers, or HIL testing.
• Have knowledge of RF systems, signal processing, software (C , Python), or data analysis/visualization (MATLAB).
• Have experience using RF test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, signal generators, waveform generators, oscilloscopes, signal analyzers, or RF recorders
• Have excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, and demonstrated success while working within a team environment.
• Have the ability to travel up to 20% of the time, as needed.
• Have the ability to obtain an Interim Secret security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Top Secret level 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.

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 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.

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.