Radar Cross Section Engineer

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory

Laurel, MD

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Aerospace and Defense, Analysis Skills, AutoCAD, CAD (Computer-Aided Design) Software, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), Communication Skills, Computer Systems, Creo Elements/Pro, Electrical Engineering, Electromagnetism, Genetics, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, MATLAB, Mathematics, Physics, Python Programming/Scripting Language, RCS (Revision Control System), Radio Frequency, Secret Clearance, Security Clearance, Software Development, Systems Engineering, Test Plan/Schedule, Testing, Top Secret Clearance, United States Citizen, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Laurel, MD
POSTED
1 day ago

Job OverviewAre you interested in working with innovative tools to advance radio frequency (RF) signature analysis capability? Do you enjoy working in a creative environment with an integrated team of highly motivated radar engineers, scientists, and software developers? If so, we are looking for someone like you to join our team at APL!In this role, you will participate in evolving the state of the art in high fidelity RF signature modeling. You will work on a team utilizing high-performance computing environments to develop detailed signature characterizations that are used in a variety of applications. In addition, you will collaborate with model users and system engineers to enable best use of products.ResponsibilitiesUse computational electromagnetics codes to develop radio frequency signatures of various radar targets.Participate in developing and testing advances in computational electromagnetics codes and the development of new models of various phenomenologies.Create and/or modify Computer Aided Designs (CAD) of objects to be used in various computational electromagnetics codes.Plan and conduct RCS measurements of various test articles at national facilities.QualificationsBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or equivalent technical degree.At least 2 years of engineering-related experience in computational electromagnetic theory and computational methods/mathematics.Familiarity with Matlab, Python, or similar mathematical analysis tools.Good interpersonal and communication skills.Willingness to travel up to 5% of the time if needed.Ability to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Top Secret level clearance. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.Desired Additional QualificationsMaster's or Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or equivalent technical field.3+ years of professional experience in radar, aerospace, RF signatures, or other technical-related systems engineering domain.Strong background in Matlab, Python, or similar mathematical analysis tools.Leadership experience or interest in assuming leadership roles.Experience in CAD software (Pro-Engineer, AutoCAD, etc.).Current TOP SECRET clearance.Pay RangeMinimum Rate: $85,000 AnnuallyMaximum Rate: $195,000 AnnuallyEEO StatementAll 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 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 Accessibility@jhuapl.edu.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory