Weapon Systems Analyst

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory•Laurel, MD

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The System Performance Analysis Group (KBS) in the Force Projection Sector at JHU/APL is seeking analysts, engineers, scientists, mathematicians, statisticians, and systems engineers to help advance the development and optimization of strategic weapon systems. Our expertise in data-driven analysis, systems engineering, test planning, test execution and performance modeling & simulating. Through rigorous analysis, we strengthen deterrence systems essential for preserving geopolitical stability—ensuring that strategic capabilities remain a reliable tool for de-escalation and negotiated outcomes.

Requirements

Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline (or equivalent experience) and 4+ years of hands-on experience in weapons systems testing and analysis, with a focus on strategic systems.
Demonstrate strong leadership experience, including managing cross-functional technical teams to solve complex problems in high-stakes defense or systems engineering environments.
Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across varying teams (military, government, and industry stakeholders).
Are available to travel for extended field tests and meetings (approx. 20–30 days per year) and routine monthly trips to Washington, DC for stakeholder engagement and program coordination.
Have an active Secret Clearance and are able to obtain a Top Secret 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

10+ years in Air Force/Navy Strategic operations or T&E.
Master’s in STEM or related field.
Active Top Secret clearance.
Familiarity with Trident II/Sentinel programs.
Experience with Model-Based/Digital Engineering

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and subject matter expertise as System Test and Evaluation (T&E) Leader for strategic systems evaluations and performance reporting.
Serve as System Leader for critical test campaigns, demonstration, and integration activities.
Lead technical studies to refine weapon system performance requirements at the all segment levels.
Identify and propose data collection needs for system integration, verification, validation, and sustainment, including operational performance and surveillance analysis.
Provide technical analysis and insight to address sponsor and operator inquiries on system testing, data interpretation, and performance challenges.