SR Assistant Branch Supervisor

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory•Laurel, MD

22h•Onsite

About The Position

The Space Exploration Sector at Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory is seeking a talented, forward-thinking leader to serve as the Space Science and Instrumentation (SR) Assistant Branch Supervisor. Working in close partnership with the SR Branch Supervisor, you will help lead an organization of approximately 250 scientific, engineering, and administrative staff conducting cutting-edge scientific research, developing world-class instrumentation, and formulating and leading scientific analysis on critical civil and national security space missions. Together with the Branch Supervisor and SR leadership team, you will build upon the SR Branch’s long history of scientific excellence while helping to lead the organization through an evolving external environment. You will help shape and execute branch strategy, strengthen scientific and engineering capabilities, develop the workforce and future leaders, foster collaboration across APL and with external partners, and ensure effective branch operations. As Assistant Branch Supervisor, you will serve as a core member of the SR Branch leadership team and contribute broadly to SES Line and Sector leadership.

Requirements

A PhD in a space science–related science discipline.
Five or more years of experience as a scientific supervisor, program manager, and/or technical leader, with a demonstrated record of success developing and openly communicating organizational strategy, building consensus, and making timely decisions in complex environments.
A strong understanding of the relationship between scientific research, engineering implementation, and mission formulation and execution.
Strong organization and planning skills, with a record of accomplishment in a team environment.
The ability to lead organizations through periods of strategic change while maintaining trust and transparency.
A proven track record of building effective teams, developing staff, and fostering a collaborative work environment.
The ability to obtain an active TS/SCI level security 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.

Nice To Haves

An exceptional track record as a highly recognized and respected leader in the international space science and space engineering community, with the demonstrated ability to build relationships across institutional boundaries.
Successful experience as a Principal Investigator, Project Scientist, or in an equivalent leadership role supporting significant scientific or spaceflight programs.
Made critical contributions to both civil and national security space missions, with an understanding of the opportunities and challenges associated with each.
A current TS/SCI level security clearance.

Responsibilities

Partner closely with the SR Branch Supervisor to lead the Branch, establish strategic priorities, make organizational decisions, and ensure effective execution of branch and Sector objectives.
Help develop, communicate, and execute a branch strategy that aligns with the SES strategy, APL's core values, and SR's legacy of scientific excellence, while also positioning the branch for future opportunities.
Lead and develop a high-performing organization by attracting, mentoring, and retaining exceptional scientific, engineering, and administrative talent in an environment that values collaboration, innovation, and professional growth.
Enable collaboration across the branch’s scientific and engineering disciplines to advance fundamental research, innovative instrumentation, and mission success.
Collaborate with Mission Areas and the community to formulate and implement innovative science and engineering solutions to meet internal and external customer expectations.
Collaborate with the SES leadership, SES Chief positions, Mission Area leadership, fellow Branch leadership, and other parts of the Lab to advance strategic initiatives and ensure effective execution of APL priorities as one team.
Foster an open, transparent, and accessible leadership culture through communication, regular engagement with staff, and visible leadership across the branch.
Create an environment that empowers all scientific and engineering staff to pursue innovative applications to space science and engineering, develop relationships and partnerships, and exercise technical leadership while providing appropriate strategic guidance and organizational support.
Represent the SR branch across the Sector, the Laboratory, and with sponsors and external partners.
Share responsibility with the Branch Supervisor for effective branch operations and stewardship of resources, including workforce planning, personnel, facilities, operating budgets, and capital investments, while advancing key scientific, technical, and workforce priorities.
Act on behalf of the Branch Supervisor, as appropriate, and provide leadership continuity across the full range of Branch responsibilities.