Senior Autonomous Maritime Test and Evaluation Engineer with Security Clearance

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Job description

Description Are you passionate about advancing maritime autonomy through cutting-edge test and evaluation? Are you motivated by leading projects that involve both on-water and model-based testing scenarios? Are you experienced in at-sea testing, systems engineering, systems integration, or maritime vehicles? If so, we are looking for someone like you to join our team at APL! We are seeking a Senior Autonomous Maritime Test and Evaluation Engineer for the Ocean Systems and Engineering Group. In this role, you will play a leading part in the development and testing of our nation's next generation of maritime systems, from development through integration and testing, both on-water and in model and simulation (M&S) environments. You will collaborate with a strong team from across government, industry, and academia to develop performance specifications, lead test programs, and build systems engineering products. As a member of our team, you will contribute to APL's legacy of scientific research, development, and trusted service to the nation. As a Senior Autonomous Maritime Test and Evaluation Engineer, you will: Apply innovative thinking to the design and development of a comprehensive T&E program for autonomous maritime systems.
Lead all aspects of the integration and testing of autonomous maritime systems to ensure compatibility and performance across various platforms and environments, this includes both on-water and M&S.
Work with multidisciplinary teams to develop methodologies to analyze test data and to identify trends, issues, and areas for improvement, making recommendations based on findings.
Perform technical and/or project leadership for small- to medium-sized technical tasks involving both hardware and software in-the-field T&E.
Ensure all T&E activities align with relevant standards, regulations, and best practices.
Prepare detailed technical reports, documentation, and presentations on test results, methodologies, and project status.
Collaborate with multiple DoD system partners to evaluate current strategies, risks, and opportunities, developing and implementing T&E strategies to refine and improve their programs and missions. Qualifications You meet our minimum requirements for the job if you: Have a BS in a technical or scientific field such as Systems Engineering, Naval Architecture, Mechanical Engineering, or Ocean Engineering.
Have 7+ years of senior engineering experience working with maritime systems, autonomous vehicles, or a related field.
Have proven ability to lead projects, including planning, execution, and delivery within scope.
Have familiarity with on-water testing of maritime systems, including test set up and execution.
Have familiarity with M&S tools and techniques.
Are passionate about system engineering methods and tools for maritime system development, integration, evaluation, and technology analysis.
Possess strong organizational and planning skills, with a track record of success in a team environment.
Have excellent interpersonal and outstanding written and oral communication skills.
Are able to work within the government infrastructure and take on leadership roles in a diverse environment of contractor and government teams.
Can support travel (up to 20%) required to attend meetings and testing.
Are able to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by you start date and can ultimately obtain a final Secret level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to Secret classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S citizenship.
You'll exceed our expectations if you: Have an MS or PhD in a technical or scientific field such as Systems Engineering, Naval Architecture, Mechanical Engineering, or Ocean Engineering.
Have 10+ years of experience leading engineering teams to test and evaluate maritime systems.
Have 10+ years of experience working with government teams to field maritime systems.
Have experience with fielded autonomous systems.
Hold an active Top Secret security clearance. 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 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 About Us APL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. 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 promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are 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 . Only by ensuring that everyone's voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.

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