Hardware Engineer - Optics and Photonics Job at Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL)
Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) Laurel, MD 20723
Description
Are you interested in designing and prototyping hardware systems that leverage optics and photonics techniques to advance the state of the art?
Are you passionate about helping shape the technology of tomorrow through cutting edge research and development projects?
If you are an experienced professional with two or more years of experience, a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Optics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, and an interest in technologies enabled by optics and photonics, we’d love to have you join our team!
As a member of the Optics and Photonics Group, you will collaborate with a diverse group of highly skilled scientists and engineers focused on the development of innovative solutions to our nation’s critical challenges. We seek to drive technology advances in a variety of applications including remote sensing, microwave and millimeter-wave photonics, optical communications, optical system design, high energy laser systems, applied spectroscopy, optical materials characterization, and advanced photonic technologies. Our team values include respect, communication, and technical and professional integrity. We strive to foster an environment in which we can have spirited technical discussions that drive towards truly innovative solutions.
As a Hardware Engineer for the Optics and Photonics Group…
Qualifications
You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...
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.
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.
Are you interested in designing and prototyping hardware systems that leverage optics and photonics techniques to advance the state of the art?
Are you passionate about helping shape the technology of tomorrow through cutting edge research and development projects?
If you are an experienced professional with two or more years of experience, a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Optics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, and an interest in technologies enabled by optics and photonics, we’d love to have you join our team!
As a member of the Optics and Photonics Group, you will collaborate with a diverse group of highly skilled scientists and engineers focused on the development of innovative solutions to our nation’s critical challenges. We seek to drive technology advances in a variety of applications including remote sensing, microwave and millimeter-wave photonics, optical communications, optical system design, high energy laser systems, applied spectroscopy, optical materials characterization, and advanced photonic technologies. Our team values include respect, communication, and technical and professional integrity. We strive to foster an environment in which we can have spirited technical discussions that drive towards truly innovative solutions.
As a Hardware Engineer for the Optics and Photonics Group…
- Your primary responsibility will be to support projects as an individual contributor. Examples of this include designing firmware systems for photonic systems, using software tools to develop modeling and simulation capabilities, setting up experiments and collecting data in various optical laboratories, and performing data analysis.
- You will collaborate on multi-disciplinary teams to solve complex problems for our sponsors.
- You will make an impact by detailing your work into formal and informal technical reports including presentations, conference proceedings, and journal articles.
Qualifications
You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...
- Have a Bachelor’s Degree in Optics, Physics, Electrical Engineering or a related field.
- Have a minimum 2 years of professional experience in electronic or photonic systems design, FPGA development, or embedded system design.
- Have excellent written and oral communication skills and an ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.
- Are willing and able to work on site at APL and travel occasionally in support of meetings, workshops and reviews with government sponsors, contractors, vendors, and field tests.
- Are able to obtain obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Secret level 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.
- 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 a MS degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
- Have experience with FPGA development and verification.
- Are familiar with embedded processors and embedded software development.
- Have directly relevant experience in hands on laboratory environments.
- Are proficient in python and MATLAB.
- Have established yourself in the technical community through journal and conference publications and involvement in professional societies.
- Hold a current Top Secret clearance with the ability to obtain higher-level clearances.
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.
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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