Mechanical Engineer
Johns Hopkins APL · Laurel, MD · Mechanical Engineering
About this role
Johns Hopkins APL is hiring a mid-level Hardware Engineer in the software engineering function based in Laurel, MD.
- Role
- Hardware Engineer
- Function
- software engineering
- Level
- mid
- Track
- Individual contributor
- Location
- Laurel, MD
- Department
- Mechanical Engineering
- Posted
- May 18, 2026
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Job description
from Johns Hopkins APL careersAre you looking for impactful mechanical engineering work in advanced sensor systems?
Do you like working on prototyping and development projects for communications and radar systems?
Do you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where your contributions make an impact?
If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL.
We are seeking a Mechanical or Systems Engineer to develop, analyze, and optimize mechanical aspects of sensor systems. As a member of the Sensor Systems Engineering group, you will be working with teams of passionate engineers and scientists who design, analyze, and test systems for the Air and Missile Defense Sector. Our team strives to deliver robust solutions to APLs most difficult problems. As a member of our team, you will contribute to exciting, purposeful projects that support the U.S. Department of Defense and the warfighter. We strive to foster an environment of collaboration and innovation.
As a Mechanical Engineer, you will
- Design and perform mechanical/structural analysis of sensor systems
- Lead the analysis effort of advanced radar system hardware from concept thru delivery, including GD&T analysis, structural analysis, thermal analysis, detailed design, assembly, and testing.
- Participate in government test events to observe and analyze shock, vibration, and other environment and system survival tests.