2026 PhD Graduate – Optical/Electrical/Computer Engineering – Imaging Systems - QPI

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics LaboratoryLaurel, MD
Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a creative PhD new graduate to join the Imaging Systems Group at the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL). As a member of our team, you will contribute to critical system development and experimental efforts in a creative and collaborative laboratory environment. You will be joining an excellent team committed to crafting an environment of innovation.

Requirements

  • PhD in electrical/computer engineering, optical engineering, imaging science, computer vision, or equivalent.
  • Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
  • Strong interpersonal, speaking, and technical writing skills.
  • Able to obtain an Interim Secret Clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Top Secret / SCI security clearance.
  • U.S. citizenship.

Nice To Haves

  • Intern experience in electrical/computer engineering, optical engineering, imaging science, computer vision, or similar.
  • An active Secret level security clearance.

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 me/reports and conference/journal papers, and present findings and recommendations at internal and external forums.
  • Support field integration and testing activities of developed systems.

Benefits

  • Robust education assistance program
  • Unparalleled retirement contributions
  • Healthy work/life balance
  • Retirement plans
  • Paid time off
  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Short-term disability
  • Long-term disability
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Training and development
  • Sign-on bonus
  • Relocation benefits

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Entry Level

Education Level

Ph.D. or professional degree

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