(Human) Systems Engineer

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory•Laurel, MD

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Are you passionate about systems engineering, and designing and implementing designs for complex military systems? Are you a leader looking for truly impactful work? If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our Human System Engineering team at APL. We are seeking teammates to help us develop and design systems of the future for the DoD. Our multi-disciplinary team consists of algorithm developers, computer scientists, psychologists, systems engineers, and others who spend their days designing the missile defense systems of tomorrow and working to improve current-day systems. With us, you will develop solutions to bridge the gaps in human-machine warfighting teams in information-dense, high stakes environments to revolutionize warfighter-augmenting capabilities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Systems Engineering, Civil Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent
A passion for building team culture, driving innovation, and building/executing strategic initiatives
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to obtain and hold a SECRET level security clearance

Nice To Haves

At least 2 years of experience and responsibilities related to systems engineering and the design/development of complex systems
Experience with task analyses and task flows
Experience with/have developed system requirements
Significant experience writing and submitting proposals
Proven ability to work independently and with government, DoD Sponsors, and analysis teams
Master’s Degree in Systems Engineering, Civil Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent, and at least 2 years of experience and responsibilities related to systems engineering and design of complex systems

Responsibilities

Support the design and development of current and future systems by ensuring they effectively leverage systems and mission engineering practices
Facilitate warfighter engagement in system design and development
Work with engineers to generate human-system designs and concepts
Develop/derive human-system requirements
Provide technical direction for military system development and review/provide feedback on system designs
Communicate designs and concepts (e.g., via task flows, activity diagrams, wireframes)
Review and provide feedback on system designs to ensure they adhere to human-system standards and best practices
Develop and lead fast-paced research projects in critical areas such as human-machine team behavior and performance, unmanned vehicle command and control, level of automation determination, and AI-enabled systems
Help shape research vision and strategy and inform group technical direction
Report accomplishments and contributions to sponsors and stakeholders
Work across organizations to review results, refine concepts, propose solutions, and oversee projects