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Senior Data Fusion and Tracking Systems Engineer

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL)Laurel, MD🇺🇸United StatesPosted 27 Mar 2026

Quick Overview

Salary
$100k/yr
Work Type
Hybrid
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

Senior Data Fusion and Tracking Systems Engineer | Laurel, MD, United States | Hybrid | $100,000 - $245,000 Annually We're hiring on behalf of a highly respected institution that applies world-class expertise to the nation's most critical defense, security, space, and science challenges. This organization fosters a vibrant and supportive culture where employees can thrive, grow, and collaborate on groundbreaking innovations. They are dedicated to solving complex problems through persistence, research, and creativity. The Role • Evaluate and evolve tracking and data fusion algorithms and system designs, often within larger system-of-systems efforts. • Collaborate with internal and external teams to identify and address complex technical challenges. • Design and conduct studies to provide algorithmic proof-of-concept and develop system design recommendations. • Develop and present analysis packages and briefings to sponsors and key audiences. • Incorporate information from multiple, disparate sources to create robust tracking and fusion capabilities. What You'll Need • BS in mathematics, electrical engineering, statistics, or a related technical field. • 5+ years of experience developing and evaluating tracking and data fusion algorithms and systems. • Demonstrated subject matter expertise in data association, state-estimation, Kalman filtering, track-level fusion, and sensor information characterization. • Proficiency in conducting assessments using modeling, simulation, and data analysis in tools like MATLAB or Python. • Strong communication skills for presenting briefing materials to diverse audiences. • Ability to obtain a TS/SCI level clearance; US citizenship is required. What's On Offer • A supportive and collaborative work environment focused on professional growth. • Opportunities to work on highly impactful national security challenges. • Generous benefits package including robust education assistance and retirement contributions. • Access to ongoing training and development programs. Apply via Haystack today!

Skills

MATLAB
Python

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