DescriptionAre you searching for an opportunity to apply your leadership and modeling, simulation, and analysis background in an engaging, collegiate environment?
Are you passionate about analyzing sophisticated problems with innovative software and computing capabilities?
If so, we're looking for someone like you to join the Air Combat and Strike Mission Analysis Group to help lead a talented team of scientists, engineers, and analysts! We are seeking a dynamic, creative, and ambitious leader to help us deliver highly impactful analysis on advanced weapon systems while continuously improving our ability to provide outstanding, unbiased analysis products. You'll be joining our team of hardworking technical specialists, who are dedicated to the advancement of modeling, simulation, and analysis.
We are a large team of 40+ engineers, physicists, mathematicians, and computer scientists who perform mission-level analysis to drive acquisition decisions on important precision strike technologies. Our work is sophisticated, engaging, and frequently has significant impact on Department of Defense programs. We believe in building strong, productive teams, continually growing our capabilities, cultivating collaborative relationships and encouraging a work environment that embraces integrity, trust, confidence, teamwork, accountability, and a little bit of fun!
As a Technical Lead you will Lead small teams in the evaluation of precision strike and/or air combat system effectiveness using an assortment of mission-level analysis tools with the goal of discovering useful data, informing conclusions, and supporting decision-making. Provide technical thought leadership and task management to ensure high quality, insightful, and timely analysis. Support the development of detailed task execution plans, describing task objectives, technical approach, schedule, products, staffing requirements, and other required resources Will have regular communication with our sponsors to provide technical recommendations and direction as well as develop and integrate analytical capabilities Have opportunities to engage in independent research projects that encourage creative solutions and reward initiative QualificationsYou will meet our minimum qualification for the job if you Have a Bachelor's degree in Physics, Math, Computer Science, or Engineering, or a related area. Have demonstrated excellence in performing and leading mission-level modeling, simulation & analysis. Have experience in one or more of the following areas: air vehicle survivability analysis, electronic warfare analysis, simulation development, planning concept of operations, and end-to-end kill-chain analysis. Can work effectively in a highly collaborative environment and communicate sophisticated ideas directly with government civilians, military officers, and other contractors. Are skilled in conducting quantitative analysis, rapidly learning new and exciting concepts. Are able to obtain Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain Top Secret level 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 Youll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you Have a Master's or PhD degree in Physics, Math, Computer Science, or Engineering, or a related area. Have used analysis tools like AFSIM, Brawler, Suppressor, JIMM, or EADSIM for conducting mission-level survivability and effectiveness analysis for combat aircraft and strike weapon systems. Have an active Top-Secret security clearance. Why work at APL?
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nations 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. APLs campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at http://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.
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About UsAPL 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 ******. Only by ensuring that everyones voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.
