2027 Graduate - Engineer/Scientist - Communication Systems

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory•Laurel, MD

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for individuals graduating with a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or other related technical degrees who are interested in network and communications engineering. The role involves developing solutions for networking challenges, problem-solving, designing, and prototyping to provide access to real-time information for government sponsors. The team advances the state of the art in networking through systems engineering research, design, analysis, experimentation, and rapid prototyping of wired, wireless, virtual, and space-based communication networks and technology. The work ensures that military personnel, first responders, and government agencies can communicate effectively, even in contested, degraded, or denied environments. Career growth opportunities include deepening technical domain expertise, gaining knowledge in adjacent areas, and contributing to real-world challenges. New engineers are paired with experienced mentors and have opportunities for technical training, conference participation, and hands-on experimentation. The team fosters an environment of collaboration, innovation, and application.

Requirements

Have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or other related technical degree
Have experience developing software in languages such as Python, C++, Go, Rust or others.
Can work effectively both independently and in teams and possess strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
Exposure to fundamentals of networking, including the TCP/IP stack and basic behaviors of the protocols involved.
Understanding of computer science fundamentals such as data structures, algorithms, and software best practices.
Experience in communications systems, modeling and simulation, evaluation or developmental testing.
Are able to obtain an Interim Top Secret level security clearance by your start date and are ultimately able to obtain a Top Secret level clearance.
U.S. citizenship.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated curiosity for networking technologies through coursework, research, internships, personal projects, clubs, or competitions.
An understanding of networking technologies to include protocols and hardware (e.g., routers and switches).
Experience inspecting and evaluating network topologies, traffic flows, and packet structure using tools such as iPerf, Wireshark, and Nmap.
A strong understanding of modern software development practices and tools, including: version control systems, issue trackers, and test frameworks.
Experience developing in a Linux environment with several of the following languages: Python, JavaScript, Java, C++, C, Bash.
Knowledge of wireless technologies such as satellite communications, 5G (and beyond) cellular communications, or High Frequency radio.
Hold an active Top Secret or TS/SCI Clearance.

Responsibilities

Research solutions and engineering cutting-edge secure communications and networking technologies in support of national security missions.
Design, develop, and test software as part of user interfaces, network protocols, evaluation tools, and more.
Explore applications of artificial intelligence to networking, communications, and autonomous systems.
Develop wired and wireless network technology, designs, and architectures.
Evaluate operational networks through experimentation, analysis, laboratory and field testing, and delivering actionable recommendations that shape the design, performance, and resilience for our sponsor networks.