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Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab

Job Description

Description

Do you want to become involved in groundbreaking research that will reveal new discoveries about the sun  and its solar wind, that sculpts planetary magnetospheres and shapes the boundaries of our solar system?

Are you excited to learn how the habitability of other worlds is controlled by their astrospheres and the stellar wind? Can you imagine working in the prediction center for Space Weather and help to understand its connection to complex geospace around Earth?

 

We are seeking young scientists studying plasma physics, computer science, or related engineering fields, who are ready to take on new challenges with us as we lead APL efforts Space Exploration.  You will join APL’s diverse, multidisciplinary Solar and Space Physics Group that provides the scientific background and support, instrument design, and data analysis for these endeavors.  Together we analyze data from past and active missions that explore the solar system from the sun to the interstellar medium; we use in situ measurements from planetary magnetospheres and build state-of-the-art computer simulation models to interpret and understand them; we help to operate and build a variety of active and future missions including Parker Solar Probe, New Horizon, and IMAP.

 

As a budding planetary scientist, your work might include:

  • Build or test software tools to analyze and visualize data returned from spacecraft instruments
  • Analyze and interpret data from one of the active Space Exploration missions
  • Develop physics based on machine learning models of space plasmas 

Qualifications

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

  • Are pursuing a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree in physics, computer science, or related engineering fields.
  • Have a minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale.
  • Have proficiency in computer skills
  • Have excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, and have enthusiasm for working within a team environment.
  • To access APL’s facilities and networks, have U.S. Citizenship or permanent resident status.
  • Can demonstrate that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. To ensure the safety and well-being of the community, APL has established a policy requiring that all staff be vaccinated against COVID-19. All staff members must provide proof of full vaccination or have an approved medical or religious accommodation by their start date.

 

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

  • Have strong past research experience as demonstrated in at least one internship, honors project, or project outside of the classroom.
  • Have experience working in a research laboratory.
  • Have strong expertise in one or more programming languages.

 

Be Part of Something Innovative

 

Over the past 25 years, the Space Exploration Sector at APL, has pushed the boundaries of what is possible; delivering game-changing impacts to sponsors like NASA and the Department of Defense. This includes historic, science space firsts like New Horizons reaching Pluto, Parker Solar Probe being the first to “touch” the sun, and the DART mission that redirected an asteroid for planetary defense. As a not-for-profit university affiliated research center, APL also delivered solutions to our nation’s national security challenges, as proven with the recent Deep Space Advanced Radar Concept (DARC) Tech Demo, and acts as a trusted partner with the US Space Force in space domain awareness and space-integrated warfare.

APL teams are currently developing missions that will advance the search for life in the Solar System through programs such as Europa Clipper and Dragonfly, exploring the lunar and cislunar domains, and providing fundamental knowledge of our Sun’s influence on the near-Earth environment through IMAP and other research and technology endeavors.  To learn about these APL’s mission and projects, https://civspace.jhuapl.edu/ and https://www.jhuapl.edu/OurWork/NationalSecuritySpace.

 

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 www.jhuapl.edu/careers.

 


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.

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