Job Description

Are you passionate about developing effective command, control, and communications concepts for defending our nation against global air and missile threats?

Are you eager to seek and build innovative solutions for National Security challenges using state-of-the-art technologies?

Are you passionate about building, motivating, and inspiring teams?

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

The Engagement Optimization Group (A3I) is a diverse group of talented software and systems engineers, systems analysts, mathematicians, and technical leaders. We apply innovative solutions to real-world defense system problems and analytical proficiencies to assess combat system performance, evaluate stressing combat system scenarios from hardware in the loop testing.

We are seeking a Tactical Systems Data Analyst to be part of a hardworking missile defense analytics team dedicated to ensuring warfighters have the capabilities needed to accomplish numerous missions that are essential to the defense of our nation. We are committed to becoming a widely recognized center of excellence for combat systems engineering.

As a Tactical Systems Data Analyst ...

• Your primary responsibility will be to work within a team to provide innovative analysis for engagement control and interoperability requirements and objectives, define testable criteria, assist in the creation of analysis plans, and perform data analysis to characterize performance.
• Build, maintain, and improve automated analytical software tools to enable rapid analysis of large data sets from complex operational systems to aid in the discovery and recognition of trends.
• Support Sponsor meetings and on-site event execution at various government facilities.
• Deliver formal presentations to Sponsors and the engineering community working groups effectively communicate proposed concepts, solutions, engineering results, and recommendations. Produce documentation to capture concept definitions, system requirements, technical recommendations, and analysis results.
• Propose innovative new concepts for next-generation Command, Control and Communications Systems capabilities. Grow into a leadership role coordinating internal and external analysis activities.

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

• Have earned a BS in Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or equivalent and
• Have 3 years of experience in data analysis and/or system design & assessment.
• Possess strong MATLAB and/or Python scripting skills.
• Exhibit Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Enjoy working successfully within a team environment.
• Thrive in a team multi-discipline, multi-organization environment.
• Are willing and able to travel.
• Are able to obtain an Interim Secret security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain Secret level clearance by your start date. 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 earned an M.S.in Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or equivalent.
• Have experience in Aegis Weapon System design and assessment and/or Missile Defense Agency ground and flight test analysis.
• Have experience with multiple DoD, Missile Defense Agency (MDA), and PEO IWS Elements and contractor teams with an understanding of their system requirements and stressors.
• Are skilled at building meaningful relationships across organizational boundaries.
• Hold an active Top Secret security clearance.

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.

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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