2026 PhD Graduate Advanced Sensor Technology Development

Job description

Are you looking for a career with a wide variety of technical opportunities?

Do you enjoy research and development that advances the state-of-the-art?

Are you motivated by constantly learning and taking on new challenges in a supportive environment?

If you are graduating with a PhD degree in Electrical, Computer or Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or Physics and want to work on advanced sensor technologies, we would love to have you join our team! We are seeking candidates with academic backgrounds and interest in:

Our team performs cutting edge technical work, developing systems and the underlying technologies that enable important next-generation capabilities in radar, electronic warfare, and communications.

Your primary responsibilities will include applying your skills to any of the following:

As a member of our group, you will be focused on developing advanced sensor concepts and bringing those concepts to fruition through design, analysis, development, and testing.

You will be challenged to develop innovative solutions, through collaboration across APL, that enable new capabilities for APL sponsors.

Your work will provide growth opportunities to both develop system-level insight and advance your core expertise.

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

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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.

Are you looking for a career with a wide variety of technical opportunities?

Do you enjoy research and development that advances the state-of-the-art?

Are you motivated by constantly learning and taking on new challenges in a supportive environment?

If you are graduating with a PhD degree in Electrical, Computer or Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or Physics and want to work on advanced sensor technologies, we would love to have you join our team! We are seeking candidates with academic backgrounds and interest in:

Our team performs cutting edge technical work, developing systems and the underlying technologies that enable important next-generation capabilities in radar, electronic warfare, and communications.

Your primary responsibilities will include applying your skills to any of the following:

As a member of our group, you will be focused on developing advanced sensor concepts and bringing those concepts to fruition through design, analysis, development, and testing.

You will be challenged to develop innovative solutions, through collaboration across APL, that enable new capabilities for APL sponsors.

Your work will provide growth opportunities to both develop system-level insight and advance your core expertise.

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

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

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