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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Program Budget and Pricing Analyst
Laurel, Maryland
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory
Description Do you enjoy working with financial data? Do you love working with numbers and spreadsheets? Are you skilled in financial analysis, problem-solving, proposal cost volume development, and have a high attention to detail? If so, w...
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2026 Graduate - Signal Processing/Communications Theory Engineer
Laurel, Maryland
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory
Description Are you looking for exciting opportunities to help determine how to best defend the United States, our armed forces, and our allies from all forms of air and missile threats? We are seeking talented graduates to join our Network...
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2026 Internship - Cyber Security - Cyber Dominance
Laurel, Maryland
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory
Description Interested in Cyber? Are you currently pursing a degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Mathematics, or Engineering? Want to apply what you're learning to real world problems? We are seeking internship candidates who want to...
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2026 Internship - Simulation & Analysis - Multi-Domain System Concepts
Laurel, Maryland
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory
Description Are you looking for impactful opportunities to help determine how to best defend the United States, our armed forces, and our allies from all forms of air and missile threats? Are you detail oriented, like to figure out how to m...
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2026 PhD Graduate - Intelligent Autonomous Systems and Artificial Intelligence Engineer
Laurel, Maryland
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory
Description Are you passionate about innovating new technologies to influence and shape our Nation's future security and preeminence? Are you excited about working on multi-disciplinary teams to innovate the state-of-the-art in autonomous s...
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AI Applications Software Developer and Test Engineer
Laurel, Maryland
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory
Description Are you interested in working in multi-disciplinary teams to advance the state-of-the-art in autonomous systems, uncrewed air systems, artificial intelligence, software design, embedded systems, virtual reality, and simulation? ...
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2026 PhD Graduate - Guidance, Navigation, and Control
Laurel, Maryland
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory
Description Do you want to join a high performing team conducting cutting-edge basic and applied research of advanced estimation and control algorithms across a multitude of different weapon systems? Are you ready to apply your PhD to tackl...
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Uncrewed Air System Test and Hardware in the Loop Engineer
Laurel, Maryland
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory
Description Are you interested in working in multi-disciplinary teams to advance the state-of-the-art in autonomous systems, uncrewed air systems (UAS), artificial intelligence, software design, embedded systems, virtual reality, and simula...
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2026 Internship - Wireless Communications Engineer - Wireless Cyber Capabilities
Laurel, Maryland
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory
Description Do you want to build expertise in wireless communications? Do you want to learn more about the latest wireless technologies and working with a team to solve some of our government's most critical communication challenges? If you...
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| Job Type | Intern |
Laurel, Maryland
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory
Description Are you a talented scientist looking to achieve technical breakthroughs at the cutting edge of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML)? Do you thrive in a collaborative research environment, working alongside an e...
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