Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory
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Job Location: Laurel , Maryland
Job Type: Full Time
Department:
Space Department
Facility:
JHU/APL Main Facility
Hours:
Regular
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Introduction
The Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL), a national leader in scientific research and development, located midway between Baltimore and Washington, DC is seeking a Spacecraft RF Communication Systems Engineer.
Responsibilities
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL), a national leader in scientific research and development located in Laurel, MD, seeks a Spacecraft RF Communications Systems Engineer to perform RF systems level design, analysis and trade studies for NASA and DoD customers.
* Perform spacecraft RF communication systems design, analysis, and implementation.
* Perform systems design, link analysis, hardware trade studies, technology tradeoffs, and costing for spacecraft design concepts.
* Implement spacecraft communication systems by providing technical leadership over a team of engineers and support staff. Support on-orbit operations and data trending on a pert-time basis for near-Earth and deep space missions.
* Support spacecraft proposal development.
Qualifications
Required:
- BS degree in electrical engineering with 10 or more years of direct experience with RF communication systems.
- Strong working knowledge of the principles of digital communication theory.
- Excellent writing skills.
- Demonstrated leadership traits such as strong technical capability, clear thinking, good interpersonal skills, and effective communication skills.
Desired:
- MS degree and 15 years experience with near-Earth or deep space mission RF communication system development is desired.
- A background in detailed RF hardware development is desired.
- Experience in the NASA and/or DoD communities.
Security
Applicants selected will be subject to a Government security investigation and must meet the eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include US citizenship.
Benefits
APL offers a comprehensive benefits package including a liberal vacation plan, a matching retirement program, significant educational assistance, a scholarship tuition program for staff with dependents, and competitive salaries commensurate with skills and experience.
How to Apply:
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Then, select "Advanced Search".
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Job Opening ID Number:
81431
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Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory
Equal Employment Opportunity
Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that complies with Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972, as well as other applicable laws, and values diversity in its workforce.
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