Reentry Systems Mechanical Engineer
Johns Hopkins APL · Laurel, MD · Systems Engineering
About this role
Johns Hopkins APL is hiring a mid-level Hardware Engineer in the software engineering function based in Laurel, MD. The posting calls out experience with System Design.
- Role
- Hardware Engineer
- Function
- software engineering
- Level
- mid
- Track
- Individual contributor
- Location
- Laurel, MD
- Department
- Systems Engineering
- Posted
- Apr 24, 2026
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Job description
from Johns Hopkins APL careersAre you interested in hypersonic and reentry system design and prototyping?
Do you want to make contributions that accelerate the readiness of our Nation’s defenses to support next generation hypersonic and reentry systems?
If so, we are seeking an engineer to help us perform research, development, design, analysis and prototyping of next generation reentry systems, hypersonic vehicles, and enabling technologies to advance our Nation's premiere strategic weapons systems. As a member of our team, you’ll be making critical contributions to develop these next generation systems, ensuring the enduring effectiveness of our Nation’s strategic deterrent. You will be joining a collaborative team of engineers who work together to provide impactful solutions to system level objectives and challenges. We are passionate about innovation and our team is committed to providing engaging challenging work and supporting continued learning and development.
As a Reentry System Mechanical Engineer…
- You will collaborate with cross-discipline teams to develop advanced reentry system designs and prototypes
- Responsible for the design of the hypersonic reentry vehicle through the full product lifecycle (Design, Build, and Test)
- Develop and maintain product designs and specifications associated with hardware, work with in-house facilities, procurement, and external suppliers to develop systems
- Lead trade studies on vehicle design concepts and system use cases