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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # 2027 Graduate - Engineer/Scientist/Analyst - Communications Systems - **Company:** Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory - **Location:** Laurel, MD, United States - **Experience:** Starter - **Salary:** $85,000.0 - $165,000.0 - **Contract:** Contract - **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Systems Engineering, C Sharp (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Computer Engineering, Linux, R (Programming Language), Python (Programming Language), MATLAB, Machine Learning, Monte Carlo Methods, Software Tools, Software Engineering, Systems Modeling Language, Rust (Programming Language), Data Processing, MagicDraw, Information Technology, Modeling and Simulation, Programming Languages - **Published:** September 25, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=33a72c3229bb7039 ## About the Role Are you passionate about developing innovative, resilient, and assured Command, Control, and Communications (C3) solutions to defend our nation against global threats? If you are graduating with a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, or other related technical degree and want to develop innovative assured Command, Control, and Communications (C3) solutions, we'd love to have you join our team!, * Have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics or other related technical degree * Are skilled in writing software in C/C++/C#, Java, Python, R, Rust, MATLAB or other programming languages. * Can work effectively both independently and in teams and possess strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills. * Are able to obtain an Interim Top Secret level clearance by your start date and can ultimately be able to acquire a Top-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... * Are skilled in and/or have knowledge of Systems Engineering or Digital Engineering and familiar with Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)/SysML tools such as Cameo, MagicDraw, Enterprise Architect or others * Are skilled in and/or have knowledge of wireless communications systems and IP-based networking * Are skilled in and/or have knowledge of full stack development and/or developing software in a Linux/Windows environment following current best practices in several of the following languages: C, C++, Python, Java, JavaScript, MATLAB * Have familiarity with modeling and simulation, machine learning, artificial intelligence, analysis, monte-carlo simulation, test and evaluation. * Have familiarity with laboratory test equipment such as RF spectrum analyzers and signal generators. * Hold an active US Security clearance. ## Description The Assured C3 Solutions Group (QKR) is a multidisciplinary group of talented RF communications engineers, systems engineers, computer scientists, systems analysts, data analysts, mathematicians, physicists and technical leaders. We apply innovative solutions to real-world National Defense challenges, leverage analytical proficiencies to collect and characterize real-world C3 communications systems and mission performance, and develop, execute, and evaluate austere mission scenarios through robust and sophisticated modeling and simulation. We are seeking dedicated engineers, scientists, mathematicians, and analysts who are motivated to apply acquired skills and knowledge, learn new techniques, methodologies, and processes, and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team responsible for solving complex problems that are crucial to the defense of our nation. As a member of our team, you may be... * Researching solutions for secure, robust, and resilient C3 solutions to support crucial missions of national security * Developing system-of-systems models of critical C3 platforms with related mission activities to perform analysis * Designing, developing, and testing next-generation resilient networks and communications systems using modern and innovative technology solutions * Designing and developing modeling and simulation software tools to perform mission engineering studies * Evaluating operational scenarios through modeling and simulation, data analysis, and laboratory testing * Participating in field testing activities of C3 systems and platforms, laboratory testing of communications hardware, collecting and post-processing data, analyzing and presenting findings to stakeholders * Performing performance evaluations of communications hardware for C3 platforms such as bombers, submarines, and launch control facilities