Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory
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Job Location: Laurel, Maryland
Job Type: Full Time
Department:
Applied Information Sciences 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 Senior Communications Systems Engineer for Government Applications.
Responsibilities
Assume a technical position as a communications systems engineer supporting various government sponsors, such as the Department of Defense (DoD), Department of Homeland Security (DHS), (Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), and intelligence agencies. Communications systems include wireless line-of-sight and satellite communications systems and networks. Position available with the communications and systems networking group (VCS) within the Information Systems Branch(VIB). Typical tasks (with notional percentage of time) include: End-to-end communications systems analysis and development. Act as a trusted agent providing government sponsors with critical needs and capability assessments, early conceptual studies, trade studies, requirements and architecture development, equipment integration, test planning, and test execution. Provide technical oversight of developmental projects. Provide active participation in working groups, IPTs, and government teams to assist in the development of communications systems and ensure alignment of government initiatives across multiple agencies. Work with teammates to ensure designs satisfy needs of government sponsors. Ensure system requirements and capabilities are consistant with DoD roadmaps and vision. Provide systems engineering solutions to advance global connectivity (e.g Global Information Grid (GIG)) development. Advance and apply new technologies to enable evolution of existing communications systems to higher data rates, IP based solutions, and greater interoperability. May involve diverse disciplines including physical layer & networking architectures, transport protocols, QoS performance, antennas, and RF engineering. Assist in APL business development associated with government communication systems.
Qualifications
Required: BS/MS/Ph.D in engineering, physical sciences,computer science, mathematics, or equivalent. 5+ years experience in communications systems and/or government systems. Demonstrated strong teamwork and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently. Excellent oral and written communications skills. Familiarity with government community, sponsors, and programs. Must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. 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. Must be eligible for DoD clearance requiring background investigation and/or polygraph examination. Preference for current SSBI.
Desired: MS/PhD in engineering or computer science. 7+ years experience in government communication and network systems. Recent knowledge of DoD, DHS, FAA, and/or intelligence community, sponsors, and programs.
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.
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Job Opening ID Number:
61561
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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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