Tactical Weapons Systems Engineer

Johns Hopkins APL · Laurel, MD · Systems Engineering

mid operations Systems Engineer ic 3+ yrs Bachelor's · Posted May 5, 2026

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 3+ 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
3+ years
Education
Bachelor's degree
Visa
Not sponsored
Department
Systems Engineering
Posted
May 5, 2026
AI Summary
Tactical Weapons Systems Engineer supporting military defense programs through systems engineering activities including requirements development, trade studies, interface control documents, testing, and risk assessment. Designs system architectures, leads engineering teams, and coordinates with government sponsors and industry partners on advanced weapons systems development.
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Job description

from Johns Hopkins APL careers
Description

Are you passionate about using innovation, emerging technology and insights to solve system-level technical challenges involving various military warfare systems?

 

Are you a systems thinker with system engineering experience who wants to have an impact on nationally important defense programs?

 

Do you like working with and improving complex systems?

 

If so, we 're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL!

 

We are seeking a highly dynamic and creative Systems Engineer to develop and implement advanced weapons systems. As a member of our team you will represent APL to provide direct systems engineering support to the sponsor and to coordinate engineering services with APL team members to serve the technical needs of the program.

 

As a Tactical Weapons Systems Engineer, you will...

  • Support the government sponsor in systems engineering activities such as developing requirements, identifying trade studies, developing interface control documents, planning and executing tests, and assessing risks.
  • Design architecture and engineering models to instantiate and assess system configurations.
  • Lead and participate in engineering team meetings and overall technical development efforts.
  • Work with industry, academic, and government laboratory staff to identify opportunities and apply promising emerging technologies to advanced weapon systems applications.
  • Produce reports that bring together concept definitions, requirements, analysis results, and technical recommendations.
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