Job Description

Are you ready to put your mechanical or aerospace engineering degree to work solving the critical challenges related to the defense of our nation and our service members?  Are you interested in tackling the design challenges associated with hypersonic flight?

If so, then you are exactly the type of candidate we are looking for!  We are seeking motivated candidates to join our dynamic group of engineers and scientists.  As part of our diverse team you will work in a highly collaborative and engaging environment.

We are currently looking for candidates in the Aerospace & Mechanical group that have interest in mechanical design, single- and multi-body dynamics, finite element analysis (FEA), propulsion, multidisciplinary design optimization, or materials science.  Group members actively influence the development of flight hardware prototypes and high-performance computing simulation software tools.  The Group is highly-skilled in first principle modeling of physics-based analytical problems and uses numerous commercial and internally-developed computational tools.

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you…

• Are pursuing a Bachelor’s, Master's or PhD degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, or Chemistry.
• Have a minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale.
• Are a motivated self-starter with good communications skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Are able to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Secret level clearance.  If you are 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.

Why work at APL?

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges.  While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture.  We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.

At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas.  Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance.  APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area.  Learn more about our career opportunities wwwwww.jhuapl.edu/careers.

APL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.

The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL’s good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

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