Description

　　Do you love to push the bounds of science and technology while solving some of the most ambitious problems facing our Nation?

　　If so, we seek an Engineering Lead with the creativity and dedication to join our team of innovative scientists and engineers who have a real passion for cyber research and advancing novel technology concepts.

　　Your role will be to lead diverse teams in the end-to-end engineering of blended (defense and offense) solutions for military and space systems that enhance resilience in cyberspace. Our hardworking team believes in learning, experimenting, and finding creative new ways to apply research. We value collaboration, and we foster a work environment of teamwork, different perspectives, and open exchange of ideas.

　　As a Military/Space Cyber Engineering Lead for the Resilient Military Systems Group, you will:

　　Analyze and evolve the architecture, design, constraints, and requirements of fielded systems to enhance system resilience to cyber attack in the presence of a hostile cyber environment.Lead technical teams in the definition and design of robust and resilient solutions for the acquisitions, operations and sustainment of systems operating in hostile cyber environments.Contribute to strategy and early concept demonstration and development for new solutions considering cyber concerns and constraints while respecting and operating within the context of other system constraints.Innovate solutions to bring defend-forward, offensive cyber, and threat hunting concepts and capabilities to constrained military/space systems and operations.

　　Qualifications

　　You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...

　　Have a Bachelors in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Computer, Electrical Engineering, or related fields.Have at least 5 years of experience designing, developing and maintaining military and/or space systems with sophisticated computational and processing dependencies.Have experience designing solutions that inhibit or mitigate operational impact from cyber-attack given constraints of funding, operations, performance and/or organization.Have experience engineering solutions that establish cyber accesses and/or deliver effects that create operational impact in constrained contexts.Hold knowledge of current cybersecurity standards, cybersecurity policy issues, and cyber systems operations.Have demonstrated team leadership and project management skills.Are able to obtain and maintain a TOP SECRET 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.Are willing and able to travel up to 20%.

　　You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...

　　Have an M.S/Ph.D. in Computer Science, Computer, Electrical Engineering, or related fields with 10 or more years' experience with military systems architecture, design, and cybersecurity solutions.Have experience with military and space operations.Have detailed technical understanding and operational/maintenance experience with constrained Space, Combat, Weapons, Avionics, C5ISRT, HM&E, and other related military operational technology, including embedded systems and supporting platform network and computing environments.Have demonstrated knowledge of cyber issues surrounding real-time and highly constrained aircraft, ships, ground vehicles, submarines, spacecraft, including RTOS, embedded, RF/communications, weapons, autonomous systems, serial bus specifications, and operational mission/domain-specific applications.Have experience with "New Space" architectures including proliferated LEO applications.Have experience in the design and use of engineering models and tools.Have an active TOP SECRET/SCI clearance.

　　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 athttp://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.

　　About Us

　　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 [email protected]. 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.