The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory
For more than 75 years, the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) has provided critical contributions to critical challenges with systems engineering and integration, technology research and development, and analysis. Our scientists, engineers, and analysts serve as trusted advisors and technical experts to the government, ensuring the reliability of complex technologies that safeguard our nation’s security and advance the frontiers of space. We also maintain independent research and development programs that pioneer and explore emerging technologies and concepts to address future national priorities.
Our Work
Founded in 1942 to aid a country at war, we provide solutions to national security and scientific challenges with systems engineering and integration, research and development, and analysis. Throughout our seven decades of service, we have focused on practical applications of our research in a wide range of scientific and technological fields; today, our four main sponsored areas of work include air and missile defense, asymmetric operations, force projection, and space science. Additionally, we continue to honor our enduring commitment to work with and inspire future generations of scientists, engineers, and researchers.
Our Mission Extends to the Communities Where We Live and Work
A spirit of service permeates everything we do. At APL, many of us donate our time to and even serve on the boards of community service organizations. When you join our team, you’ll have the opportunity to get involved with existing community service activities or start your own based on the causes that are most important to you. From laying wreaths at Arlington National Cemetery, to participating in Toys for Tots, to contributing to disaster relief collection efforts, to taking part in American Red Cross blood drives, our mission extends well beyond national security.
Career Opportunities
Where Technology Meets Creativity
From space exploration and cybersecurity to air and missile defense, artificial intelligence, and more, our work is at the cutting edge of scientific innovation. We’re always looking for great people to join our team. Whether your expertise involves technology and research or business operations, we have a place for you at APL.
A Culture of Community
We are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, but what makes us truly unique is the culture surrounding the work we do. We offer a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your whole self to work, continue to grow, and build lifelong bonds with inspiring teammates.
Grab lunch from a food truck on the Central Green, work out in one of our fitness centers, join one of our clubs, or work on your own projects in our makerspace, Central Spark. At APL, we know you have passions outside of work, so we foster a culture that brings people together and enriches your experience. That culture, alongside the world-class, innovative work we do, creates a one-of-a-kind career opportunity.
Develop Technologies That Expand the Frontiers of Science
When you join our team, you’ll make the world smarter and safer. With a wide range of innovative projects, we provide a unique opportunity for you to pioneer contributions to research and development, systems engineering and integration, and analysis. Are you ready to make a difference?
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Personnel (PERSEC) Security Representative
Laurel, Maryland
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory
Description Are you a Program Security specialist with a keen interest in providing top notch security support in a dynamic and rich R&D environment? Are you highly motivated, mature, collaborative, independent, and forward thinking? If so,...
15h
| Job Type | Full Time |
Offensive Cyber Capabilities Developer
Laurel, Maryland
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory
Description Are you excited by the prospect of developing exploits and creating sophisticated cyber tools? Do you love delivering new capabilities that are deployed in the real world? If so, we want you to join our group of offensive cyber ...
15h
| Job Type | Full Time |
Program Security Representative (PSR)
Fort Walton Beach, Florida
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory
Description Are you a Program Security specialist (PSR) with a keen interest in providing top notch security support in a dynamic and rich R&D environment? Are you highly motivated, mature, collaborative, independent, and forward thinking? ...
15h
| Job Type | Full Time |
Laurel, Maryland
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory
Description Are you looking for a CNC Lathe position, in an innovative manufacturing center, that allows you to pursue a variety of challenges? If so, we're looking for you to join our creative team. In our dynamic work environment we focus...
15h
| Job Type | Full Time |
Senior Model Based Systems Engineer
Laurel, Maryland
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory
Description Are you a systems thinker with model-based systems engineering (MBSE) experience that wants to have impact on nationally important defense programs. Do you enjoy developing and deploying cutting edge capabilities for digital eng...
15h
| Job Type | Full Time |
Directed Energy Deposition Technician
Laurel, Maryland
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory
Description Do you have a passion for additive manufacturing? Do you have experience using directed energy deposition systems? Do you love to push the bounds of science and technology while working to take on some of the most challenging pr...
15h
| Job Type | Full Time |
2025 PhD Graduate - Health Systems Engineer / Analyst
Laurel, Maryland
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory
Description Do you have expertise in healthcare and/or human-machine systems with a desire to solve some of the hardest problems facing our Nation? Are you passionate about tackling current and emerging challenges to provide real-world impa...
15h
| Job Type | Full Time |
Biomechanical Signals & Analysis Engineer
Laurel, Maryland
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory
Description Are you seeking an opportunity to work in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment that serves to ensure the resilience of our current and future War-fighters? Do you enjoy engaging deeply with complex biomechanical analys...
15h
| Job Type | Full Time |
Senior Reverse Engineer / Cyber Capability Engineer
Laurel, Maryland
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory
Description Are you a reverse engineer who loves to discover how bespoke systems work and how to break them? Are you energized by working with world-class experts to solve the hardest offensive cyber problems? Are you passionate about natio...
15h
| Job Type | Full Time |
Reverse Engineer for RF Systems
Laurel, Maryland
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory
Description Are you interested in applying your signal processing experience to reverse engineer systems that communicate wirelessly? Do you love working on a multi-disciplinary set of problems and delivering new capabilities that are deplo...
15h
| Job Type | Full Time |