Senior SSBN Navigation Systems Analyst
Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory · Posted Nov 9, 2026
- Laurel, Maryland, United States
- On-site
- Full-time · Senior
- $105K–$290K per year
- 10–15 years
Senior SSBN Navigation Systems Analyst, providing independent analysis and advanced expertise across the entire positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT) spectrum in support of strategic deterrence, national tasking, and the most critical missions of the U.S. Navy.
Compensation
Minimum Rate $105,000 Annually Maximum Rate $290,000 Annually
Responsibilities
- Serve as a subject-matter expert on the operation and performance of surface and subsurface navigation systems with an emphasis on Strategic Navigation Systems operating in extremely demanding, real-world conditions
- Independently evaluate the accuracy and performance of inertial navigation systems and their supporting aids
- Investigate and resolve anomalies in field test data
- Participate in and lead teams in the study of alternate navigation (Alt-Nav) sensors and present clear, objective findings to government sponsors
- Author test plans, provide test support, and conduct post-test analysis of navigation sensor system performance
Requirements
- B.S. in Mathematics
- B.S. in Physics
- B.S. in Electrical Engineering
- B.S. in Aerospace Engineering
- M.S. in Mathematics