2025 Co-Op – Spacecraft Power Engineering

Do you have an interest in learning about power electronics?
Are you passionate about Space?

If you’re pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering and want to gain experience in spacecraft power electronics we’d love to have you join the Spacecraft Power Engineering team!

We are seeking a co-op student to help us develop power converters and analog electronics for space flight applications. As a co-op student, you will contribute to missions like Dragonfly and IMAP. You will join a hardworking team of engineers that conceive, develop, test, launch and fly spacecraft power components and systems. This will be a term appointment for six to twelve months (e.g. one semester and summer) and may be continuous or split into two terms. 

As a member of our Spacecraft Power Engineering Group...

• Your primary responsibility will be to analyze, test, and deliver analog power electronics.
• You will work with full-time staff to learn to design and test electronic hardware.
• You will develop analysis and simulation skills.

Our Mission Statement

SEP’s mission is to design, test, and deliver reliable spacecraft power systems for APL’s space sector and broader space community that enable the tools to expand our knowledge of the universe.

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...

• Are pursing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering
• Have a minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale.
• Are familiar with electrical circuit concepts
• Are familiar with basic laboratory equipment (oscilloscopes, meters, power supplies, etc.)
• To access APL’s facilities and networks, U.S. Citizenship status is required, subject to applicable laws.

You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you… 

• Have experience with electrical design and simulation software
• Have experience with analysis software
• Have experience on a project team

Why Work at APL?

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.

At APL, we celebrate our differences of perspectives and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at http://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.

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 promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity of perspectives, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are 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@jhuapl.edu. Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.

The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL’s good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

Salary : $23 - $48