2027 Internship - Guidance, Navigation, and Control Systems Engineer

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory•Laurel, MD

5d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking creative problem solvers to help us perform key research, development, analysis, and testing of GNC systems for Air and Missile Defense applications. Our multi-disciplinary team performs basic and applied research in controls and autonomy, concept development, detailed design and analysis, and flight testing of evolutionary and revolutionary missile interceptors. Our team is also committed to developing exceptional engineering talent and fostering an inclusive culture of innovation and collaboration. As a member of our team, you will learn to apply control and estimation theory to the design, modeling, and analysis of GNC systems and to assess weapon system performance. Depending on your specific areas of interest, you may have the opportunity to: Develop, implement, and evaluate guidance algorithms, flight controls, navigation systems, and/or flight hardware for next-generation guided missiles to intercept advanced, stressing threats Perform modeling, simulation, and performance assessment of guided missile systems to support conceptual design through flight testing Design and build unique test capabilities to evaluate cutting-edge control actuation hardware systems Engage in internally-funded research and development projects to address performance gaps in weapon systems

Requirements

Pursuing a BS, MS, or PhD degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering or in a related technical field
A minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale
Coursework, research, or experience in control systems, state estimation, flight dynamics, astrodynamics, modeling and simulation of dynamic systems, hardware design, and/or robotics
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently and on a team
Experience using MATLAB, Simulink, Python, or C++
Able to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a 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

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and evaluate guidance algorithms, flight controls, navigation systems, and/or flight hardware for next-generation guided missiles to intercept advanced, stressing threats
Perform modeling, simulation, and performance assessment of guided missile systems to support conceptual design through flight testing
Design and build unique test capabilities to evaluate cutting-edge control actuation hardware systems
Engage in internally-funded research and development projects to address performance gaps in weapon systems