Chief Technologist

Description

Are you interested in shaping the future of technology development within a leading spacecraft engineering organization?

Do you enjoy fostering innovation, connecting ideas across teams, and guiding technical vision?

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

We are seeking a technical leader to promote engineering innovation and help maintain a cohesive, forward-looking technology vision across SEE. In this role, you will advocate for the group's technology portfolio, increase awareness of past and current developments, and identify new opportunities for advancement. You will work closely with staff to encourage participation in internal and external funding opportunities, including IRAD and industry collaborations, while strengthening connections with technologists across SES to align road-maps and foster cross-group innovation.

Serve as a part-time technical leader focused on advancing SEE's technology strategy. Responsibilities include refreshing the technology road-map based on internal capabilities and external trends, promoting collaboration and proposal development, and acting as a resource to staff for ideation and process innovation. The role requires strong technical depth in electronic system design, familiarity with spaceflight hardware, and expertise in processing systems such as command and data handling, navigation, or control systems, along with a passion for cultivating emerging technologies and enabling others to innovate.

As the SEE Chief Technologist...

• You will promote submissions from SEE staff to technology development funding opportunities such as IRAD, ignition grants, industry grants, and cross-project collaborations
• You will lead the effort to refresh the SEE technology road-map based on an understanding of SEE's technical capabilities, the vision of SES, and the space technology offerings from external organizations
• You will build relationships with other SES chief technologists and understand the technology road-maps of their groups. You will promote collaborations between groups when organizing submissions to external funding opportunities
• You will serve as a resource to staff in SEE for idea-ting ways to innovate in our processes

Qualifications

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

• Possess a BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or similar
• Have at least 5 years of experience in electronic system design
• Are familiar with the design and test of space flight hardware
• Have expertise in processing systems, such as C&DH, navigation, or control systems
• Have enthusiasm to identify and cultivate emerging technology areas
• Possess strong leadership, technical, and communication skills
• Are able to obtain a Secret security 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 an M.S. or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or similar
• Have experience proposing and/or publishing R&D projects
• Have demonstrated technical leadership of engineering projects

About Us

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 of perspectives 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.

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 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.

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

$100,000 Annually

Maximum Rate

$245,000 Annually