Autonomous Systems Mechanical Engineer

About the Role

The Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Group at Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is seeking Mechanical Design Engineers to contribute to the rapid development and fielding of autonomous sensor solutions. This role involves applying technical expertise to address critically important challenges in demanding environments for government organizations.

Key Responsibilities

• Work in engineering teams to develop ruggedized custom sensor systems from concept definition through fielding.
• Analyze system performance through modeling and simulation in support of design.
• Conduct laboratory and field testing to verify requirements.
• Specify, identify, and integrate commercial, government, and custom parts for rapid system development.
• Document and present detailed designs, analyses, and test results.
• Work with vendors of COTS equipment to meet demanding delivery schedules.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• B.S. or M.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Relevant experience in the design of embedded systems, autonomous vehicles, or related defense technology.
• Experience in concept generation, analysis, design, prototyping, and testing.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to multi-task across several projects and work independently in small teams while meeting quick turnaround demands.
• Willingness to work in classified laboratories.
• Ability to travel for field testing (approximately 15% of your time).
• Ability to interact effectively with team members of different experience levels and backgrounds, including leadership of teams and projects.
• Ability to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and ultimately obtain a Secret level clearance.
• U.S. citizenship is required.

Qualifications

• Applied knowledge of advanced prototyping and production techniques.
• Demonstrated technical or project management leadership.
• Possess an active DoD Secret clearance.