Sensor and Detector Design Engineer

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you have...

• A Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or an equivalent technical field, with 2+ years of experience in sensor and detector systems design.
• Experience with designing, developing, or characterizing electro-optical, infrared, or other sensor technologies.
• Experience with laboratory testing, characterization, and analysis of electronic or electro-optical systems.
• Proficiency with computer-aided design and circuit simulation tools.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Eligibility to obtain a Secret-level security clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.

You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...

• A PhD. in Electrical Engineering or equivalent 5+ years of technical experience in sensor and detector systems, analog electronics, and mixed-signal circuit design.
• Experience designing space-qualified electronics, including custom detector electronics, part selection, de-rating, and worst-case analysis, radiation considerations, and design margin assessment.
• Experience designing, troubleshooting, and operating laboratory test equipment and instrumentation
• Experience supporting the development of spaceflight, aerospace, or defense instrumentation.
• Leadership and organizational capabilities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• The ability to work independently and mentor early-career engineers.

Why Work at APL?

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges.

While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture.

We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.

At APL, we celebrate our differences of perspectives and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas.

Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance.

APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area.

Learn more about our career opportunities at https://www.jhuapl.edu/careers .

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accessibility@jhuapl.edu .

The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL’s good faith belief at the time of posting.

Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity.

For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked.

APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation.

Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development.

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.