2026 Graduate- RF Signal Processing / Sensor Engineer

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory•Laurel, MD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a physicist, mathematician or engineer to help us develop algorithms and assess the performance of the next generation of radio frequency sensor systems for land, air, and sea-launched interceptors. You'll influence the development of powerful sensor algorithms. Dedicated teams have opportunities to tackle vital missile defense challenges. We strive to cultivate an environment of creativity and collaboration and value finding sophisticated solutions to hard problems. As a sensor and signal processing engineer, your primary responsibility will be to derive requirements, perform trade studies, and analyze the performance of advanced sensor systems. You will develop, implement, test and verify high-fidelity, physics-based simulations of sensors and environments. You will act as APL's representative with sponsors and contractors and will collaborate with other teams to solve difficult problems in air and missile defense.

Requirements

BS in electrical engineering, applied math, physics, or a related field.
Knowledgeable in one or more of the following: simulating or analyzing radio frequency electromagnetic signals, environments or sensors.
Proficient in one or more of the following programming languages: MATLAB, C++, or Python.
Practiced written and oral presentation skills.
Willingness to travel up to 15% of the time, as needed.
Hold a Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain clearance beyond Top Secret.
Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.

Nice To Haves

MS in electrical engineering, applied math, physics, or a related field.
Experience with radar or missile systems.

Responsibilities

Derive requirements, perform trade studies, and analyze the performance of advanced sensor systems.
Develop, implement, test and verify high-fidelity, physics-based simulations of sensors and environments.
Act as APL's representative with sponsors and contractors.
Collaborate with other teams to solve difficult problems in air and missile defense.