Job Description

Description

Are you searching for a power/electronics engineering position that requires solving tough, critical challenges to increase our nation's defense capability?

 

Do you enjoy collaboration and striving to develop groundbreaking ideas in power system design and analysis?

 

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

 

We are seeking a creative power systems/electronics engineer to help us develop next-generation power systems and associated technologies for radar, EO/IR, electronic warfare, communications, and space systems. As a member of the Power Systems Engineering Section within the Sensor Technologies Group, you'll be joining a diverse and multi-disciplined team that is advancing state-of-the-art sensor systems. This position provides an opportunity to design innovative power conversion and distribution equipment using digital control algorithms to address present-day and future challenges for multiple sponsors across various domains. The Power Systems Engineering Section focuses on developing techniques and concepts to protect the upstream electric plant against highly dynamic load profiles.

 

As a Power Systems/Electronics Engineer

 

Your primary responsibility will be to explore and develop new technologies for power systems and subsystems - working across industry, academia, and government organizations.

• You will develop state-of-the-art breadboards and advanced prototypes to support conceptual designs and trade studies.
• You will perform requirements trade-off studies, validate requirement feasibility, and perform analysis to recommend technical approaches that meet sponsor needs.
• You will create, analyze and review power system designs and concepts.
• You will evolve power systems modeling and simulation tools.
• You will provide power system expertise during system integration and performance testing not only at land-based test sites but including on the tactical systems aboard Navy ships.

Qualifications

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

• Have a MS in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or equivalent with 3+ years experience (or a Bachelors Degree with 5+ years) with a focus on power conversion and power systems.
• Have experience in analog and digital control theory and stability analysis.
• Have experience using Typhoon, Speedgoat, or other hardware digital control implementations to perform real-time digital control prototyping.
• Have experience in power conversion design and test of AC/DC and DC/DC converters.
• Are proficient at using in Matlab/Simulink/Simscape to analyze and simulate power converters and power systems.
• Have experience in SABER or SPICE or other circuit analysis tools.
• Have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Are willing and able to travel occasionally to attend meetings or test events at government or contractor sites.
• Are able to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance prior to starting and ultimately a Secret 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...

• Have a doctoral degree in electrical engineering with a focus on power systems or control theory.
• Have experience in thermal design and analysis.
• Have experience with generator and motor dynamic modeling.
• Have experience in magnetic design.
• Have an understanding of Naval power generation and distribution.
• Have experience with EMI/EMC testing and design mitigation techniques.
• Can help guide 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 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 (http://www.jhuapl.edu/careers).

 

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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 Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. 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.

 

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

$90,000 Annually

Maximum Rate

$220,000 Annually

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