Simulation Engineer with Security Clearance - Laurel, MD, United States - Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory

Description

We are seeking an engineer or scientist that is capable of designing and setting up a complex hardware in the loop (HWIL or HIL) to test weapon systems critical to our nation's defense
If you have previous experience working with a hardware in the loop system or if you have strong background in electrical interfaces and software then you'll be an ideal candidatefor this position
You'll be joining a team that designs, builds and runs hardware in the loop (HWIL) systems around operational optical systems
We have experienced staff that will mentor those new to the field and are also looking for experienced staff that are capableof mentoring others
As a Simulations Engineer

• Your primary responsibility will be working on building and running hardware in the loop setups around unique weapon systems.
• You will program in C++, taking care to understand latency, thread safetyand pushing/pulling data from hardware interfaces.
• You will work with embedded hardware systems and sensors, understanding the electrical interfaces and communications protocols.
• You will document code, leverage our CI/CD systems, network systems together, communicate across the team your status and needs

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

• Possess a BS in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or similar field.
• Have 2+ years of experience working with hardware in the loop, embedded systems, or C++ 6-DOF simulations.
• Are skilled in software programming and are experienced in working with highly multi-threaded systems and object-oriented code
• Have a deep understanding of electrical signals and how embedded systems communicate.
• Are able to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Secret level clearance

If selected, you will be subjectto 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...

• Have significant experience designing and setting up hardware in the loop test beds.
• Have experience designing high fidelity (6-DOF) software simulations for flying platforms (missiles, planes, projectiles).
• Familiar with weapon systems such as: missiles, seekers, naval platforms.
• Familiar with one or more of: CUDA, FPGAs, compilers, or MPSoC, networking protocols, Python, Matlab, Simulink.
• The ability and desire to learn new skills through documentation, classes, examples and experimentation.

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
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