Sensor System Engineer / Digital Engineer

Job Description

Requirements
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### Must have:

### - We require a bachelors degree in engineering, systems engineering, mathematics, computer science, or a related discipline. - We expect at least 5 years of relevant systems engineering experience. - We need a strong grasp of systems engineering principles and practices. - We require at least 3 years of hands-on MBSE experience. - We look for knowledge of digital engineering and systems engineering modeling methods and techniques. - We prefer familiarity with systems engineering frameworks such as DODAF and UAF. - We value the ability to analyze complex challenges and create practical, innovative solutions, especially in system architecture and integration. - We need strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with all levels of staff. - We expect excellent organization, follow-through, attention to detail, and clear oral and written communication skills. - We require the willingness and ability to travel to work with prime contractors and government laboratories. - We require the ability to obtain an Interim Secret clearance by the start date and ultimately obtain a Secret clearance; U.S. citizenship is required. - Preferred qualifications include a masters degree or higher in a related field. - Preferred qualifications include 10 or more years of relevant systems engineering experience. - Preferred qualifications include 5 or more years of hands-on MBSE experience. - Preferred qualifications include proficiency with modeling tools such as Cameo Systems Modeler, Sparx Enterprise Architect, Capella, Visual Paradigm, or IBM Engineering Systems Rational Rhapsody. - Preferred qualifications include knowledge of ship-based sensor systems and communications networks. - Preferred qualifications include experience with analysis, simulation, and validation tools such as MATLAB/Simulink or similar domain-specific software. - Preferred qualifications include strong analytical skills in requirements analysis, risk assessment, and system performance evaluation. - Preferred qualifications include certifications from recognized professional engineering and MBSE organizations. - Preferred qualifications include holding a current Secret or higher security clearance.

Responsibilities:
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- We develop our systems and digital engineering skills through training and collaboration with other systems engineers, digital engineers, and MBSE modelers. - We identify and apply methods, processes, and guidelines to create artifacts within the capability development process. - We contribute to teams advancing critical sensor and surveillance system capabilities. - We use digital engineering to analyze and assess existing and proposed system-of-systems and platform solutions. - We present concepts, solutions, and analysis results to sponsors and working groups. - We collaborate with engineers and scientists in a multidisciplinary environment to produce digital engineering deliverables. - We help lead the development and integration of sophisticated sensor systems using digital engineering and MBSE. - We support the establishment and communication of MBSE standards, technical contributions, and collaboration practices. - We provide technical direction while ensuring the timeliness, quality, and technical integrity of our work.
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Company:
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We are the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL), where we bring world-class expertise to defense, security, space, and science challenges. We foster a vibrant and welcoming culture where our people can be authentic, grow professionally, and build strong connections with talented teammates. We value diverse perspectives, creativity, and bold ideas, and we offer generous benefits including education assistance, strong retirement contributions, and support for work/life balance. Our campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area, and we provide a comprehensive benefits package that includes retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, education support, and training and development. We consider all qualified applicants fairly and are committed to reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. The salary range for this role is $100,000 to $245,000 annually, and applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
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