Graduate - Robotic​/Autonomous Systems Engineer - Maritime Robotics Group

2026 Graduate - Robotic/Autonomous Systems Engineer - Maritime Robotics Group at Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory

$85,000.00 per year – $ per year

• Prototype next-generation robotic solutions to help address critical challenges facing our Navy.
• Work on highly collaborative, multidisciplinary teams to solve problems spanning both software and hardware.
• Participate in rapid prototyping from conception through field testing.

• BS/MS degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Skilled in software or mechanical design methodologies and techniques applicable to robotic systems.
• Commitment to learning and willingness to acquire new skills.
• Ability to work and collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to obtain an Interim Secret security clearance by start date and ultimately obtain a Secret clearance; U.S. citizenship required.

• Experience with robotic systems, autonomous systems, or machine perception (including machine learning) algorithms.
• Experience in modern, collaborative software or hardware development environments.
• Current active Secret clearance.

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world‑class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. We are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, and we foster a culture of innovation and collaboration.

We offer generous benefits, including robust education assistance, retirement contributions, and a work/life balance. APL also provides a comprehensive benefits package encompassing retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Additional compensation such as bonuses, sign‑on bonuses, relocation benefits, locality allowance, or discretionary payments may be offered.

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.

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.