Senior Navigation Analyst – Johns Hopkins APL – Laurel, Maryland

Company Overview:

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory solves critical national defense and security challenges through world-class engineering and scientific research.

Job Description:

Serve as a subject matter expert on mathematical theory and physics behind navigation systems, ensuring the US Navy has accurate and reliable maritime navigation systems.

🔹 Key Responsibilities:

• Become the Subject Matter Expert on mathematical theory and physics behind demanding navigation systems.
• Model navigation system errors and determine their impact on tactical and strategic mission objectives.
• Derive physics-based models for how supporting aids interact with inertial navigation systems.
• Assess navigation system fidelity and communicate conclusions and recommendations to decision-makers.
• Mentor colleagues to grow subject matter expertise in mathematical physics-based sensor modeling.

🔹 Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, or similar technical field.
• 7+ years of relevant experience developing and using mathematical models for military applications.
• Specific experience with performance analysis for maritime navigation or missile guidance systems.
• Proficiency in Kalman filters, data fusion, and programming languages like MATLAB or Python.
• U.S. citizenship with ability to obtain Secret and Top Secret security clearances.

What The Role Offers:

• Competitive salary range from $105,000 to $290,000 per year.
• Robust education assistance program and unparalleled retirement plan contributions.
• Comprehensive health benefits, paid time off, and life insurance packages.