Description

Are you driven to shape the future of space warfighting through advanced threat understanding, multi-domain operations, capabilities integration and intelligence-led innovation

Do you thrive in high-impact environments where your leadership directly influences U.S. national security in the space domain

If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL!

We are seeking a Strategic Aerospace Engineer to join our amazing team in the Space Control Group, part of the National Security Space Mission Area in the Space Exploration Sector. Join a team of motivated and creative, mission focused engineers and scientists who bring both operational experience and technical ability. We provide vital threat engineering, strategic analysis and operational testing supporting the development of nationally important strategic space capabilities for the Department of Defense and Intelligence Community. As a member of our team, you will work with engineers, scientists, and operations analysts in development of technical analysis efforts, leveraging threat intelligence, for several critical strategic programs. We are passionate about making critical contributions to these critically important programs, and you will be a key part of our success.

Job Summary: Produce technical assessments by performing, integrating and communicating analyses to support USSPACECOM planning and decision making. Operate as an integral member of the USSPACECOM staff, the DoD science and technology (S&T) enterprise, and representative of APL National Security Space Mission Area.

As a Strategic Systems Program Protection Engineer you will...

Innovate, propose, administer, and provide technical and study direction. STAG studies are commisioned at the direction of USSPACECOM leaders. Lead multi-service and multi-CCMD analyses of effects across multiple domains that affect or are affected by USSPACECOM's Area of Responsibility.

Perform as an on-site project manager, technical advisor and contributor for sponsored studies, and analyses efforts. Maintain strong relationships with the command staff, components, and other space analysis organizations to leverage their results and capabilities rapidly and effectively. Leverage the expertise and resources of APL and other space analysis organizations to improve efficiency and the consistency of foundational analyses across the space warfighting enterprise.

Be familiar with command structure, service components, and local military commands as well as their personnel, organizational relationships, battle rhythms and internal task management processes in order to execute study tasking and provide liaison services to APL executives, managers and technical staff. Make periodic laboratory visits to present theater challenges and opportunities to laboratory IRaD committees, mission area executives and program and line management.

Special Working Conditions: In addition to Colorado Springs, CO the position requires periodic travel to JHU/APL Laurel, MD. Visits to other facilities, research institutions and test venues may also be required. Normal work location is within a government closed area.

Qualifications

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

Hold a Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, mathematics, physics, science, operation analysis, or a related technical field, or possess equivalent experience

Have 10+ years of demonstrated relevant experience in operations analysis and 5+ years leadership executing technically challenging efforts as a program or project manager.

Excellent verbal and written communications skills.

Have shown the ability to interact effectively with and lead teams, including industry and government sponsors.

Hold an active TS/SCI 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...

Possess a M.S. PhD, SC. D. in engineering, mathematics, physics, science, operation analysis or other relevant technical discipline

Have 15+ years of demonstrated relevant experience in operations analysis and 10+ years leadership executing technically challenging efforts as a program or project manager.

Prior U.S. military officer with at least one command and/or tour. Knowledge of DoD contracting policies, project management, financial management and DoD policies and procedures.
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About Us

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 http://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 Accommodations@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.

Minimum Rate

$102,500 Annually

Maximum Rate

$290,000 AnnuallyApply at: http://ipc.us/t/E016975029834DE8.

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