Weapons System Engineer

Johns Hopkins APL · Laurel, MD · Systems Engineering

mid operations Systems Engineer ic 1+ yrs Bachelor's · Posted Dec 4, 2025

About this role

Johns Hopkins APL is hiring a mid-level Systems Engineer in the operations function based in Laurel, MD. The role typically asks for 1+ years of relevant experience. Listed education preference: a bachelor's degree or equivalent.

Role
Systems Engineer
Function
operations
Level
mid
Track
Individual contributor
Location
Laurel, MD
Experience
1+ years
Education
Bachelor's degree
Visa
Not sponsored
Department
Systems Engineering
Posted
Dec 4, 2025
AI Summary
Mid-level Systems Engineer performing technical analysis, trade studies, and systems engineering activities for advanced weapon systems. Requires BS in engineering/related field, 1+ years weapon system development experience, and proficiency in UML/SysML modeling. Must obtain security clearance and be US citizen.
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Job description

from Johns Hopkins APL careers
Description

Are you enthusiastic about utilizing your analytical and technical skills to design and assess advanced weapon systems that support military warfare initiatives?

 

Are you a systems thinker with experience in systems engineering who is eager to make a significant impact on critical national defense programs?

 

Do you enjoy engaging with and enhancing intricate weapon systems?

 

If so, we believe this opportunity may be for you and we think you should apply to join our team at APL. We are seeking a highly motivated early career System Engineer for the development and evaluation of next generation solutions to our nation’s premier precision strike system. We need creative and innovative thinkers that will push the boundaries through creativity, and collaboration across a team of engineers to develop enabling technologies for advanced weapon systems.

 

As a Systems Engineer you will...

  • Perform systems level technical analysis, trade studies, and analysis of alternatives
  • Participate in engineering team meetings and overall technical development efforts
  • Support the government sponsor in systems engineering activities such as developing requirements, identifying trade studies, developing interface control documents, developing system architectures, and assessing risks
  • Develop formal communication through systems engineering documents, reports and present results to senior level government sponsors
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