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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # 2027 Graduate - Systems Engineer / Analyst - **Company:** The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory LLC - **Location:** North Laurel, MD, United States - **Experience:** Starter - **Salary:** $85,000.0 - $165,000.0 - **Contract:** Contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Algorithm Design, Data Analysis, Systems Engineering, C++ (Programming Language), Data Fusion, Python (Programming Language), MATLAB, Machine Learning, Software Engineering, System Testing, Systems Integration, Information Technology, Operational Systems, Programming Languages - **Published:** August 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/17789047?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F17789047%2F2027-Graduate-Systems-Engineer-Analyst-Maryland-Laurel ## About the Role Do you have a passion for defending the United States and protecting our warfighters? Do you want to work with air and missile defense technology, advanced algorithms, machine learning, and real-world operational systems? Do you have an analytical mind and a strong sense of curiosity?, * Have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science or equivalent * Are proficient with C++, Java, Python, MATLAB, or similar programming languages * Like to work both independently and as part of a team * Have good written and oral communication skills * Are able to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Secret level 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 advanced degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science or equivalent * Have a background in physics or data fusion * Have experience with software engineering * Hold an active SECRET (or above) clearance ## Description * Seek to understand and improve interactions between sensors, networks, combat management software, and weapon systems * Solve complex systems-of-systems integration challenges for U.S. Navy surface combatants and unmanned surface vehicles * Develop new concepts for anti-air warfare, surface warfare, and precision strike * Analyze data from system test events to directly inform engineering decisions * Develop deep expertise on command-and-control systems such as the Aegis, SSDS, and Zumwalt combat systems * Conduct MS&A studies to compare alternatives to inform design * Generate systems engineering products such as performance specifications, requirements, trade study reports, concepts of operation, concepts of employment, and test plans * Collaborate with cross disciplinary teams and share your work both externally and internally * Have opportunities to visit Navy ships and to work with sailors, officers, and other warfighters ## Related Videos - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) - [Leveraging Large Language Models for Legacy Code Translation: Challenges and Solutions](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1157-leveraging-large-language-models-for-legacy-code-translation-challenges-and-solutions) - [Code to Road in < 12 hours](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1082-code-to-road-in-12-hours) - [Software stack under and over the hood of the fastest accelerating car in the world](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/221-software-stack-under-and-over-the-hood-of-the-fastest-accelerating-car-in-the-world) - [How Lufthansa Industry Solutions is preparing for the Quantum Age! ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1443-how-lufthansa-industry-solutions-is-preparing-for-the-quantum-age) ## Related Articles - [Top 6 Hackathons for Developers in 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/263-top-6-hackathons-for-developers-in-2023) - [Dev Digest 134 - Where pixels sing?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/477-dev-digest-134-where-pixels-sing) - [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know) - [Software Engineer Career: Things You Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/143-software-engineer-career-things-you-should-know) - [What Jobs Can You Get with a Software Engineering Degree?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/398-what-jobs-can-you-get-with-a-software-engineering-degree) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology)