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Johns Hopkins APL is a not-for-profit university affiliated research center (UARC) that solves complex research, engineering, and analytical problems that present critical challenges to our nation. Our scientists, engineers, and analysts serve as trusted advisers and technical experts to the government, ensuring the reliability of complex technologies that safeguard our nation’s security and advance the frontiers of space. We also maintain independent research and development programs that pioneer and explore emerging technologies and concepts to address future national priorities. read more
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The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory Employee Reviews

Out of 50 The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory employee reviews, 90% were positive. The remaining 10% were constructive reviews with the goal of helping The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory improve their work culture. The Engineering team, with 84% positive reviews, reports the best experience at The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory compared to all other departments at the company.

What do you like best about the leadership team?

Leadership Reviews

I think my leadership team has integrity and good ethics.

I feel safe from layoffs

Review from Engineering Dept

The leadership team I work with are great. They are professional, caring and a great fit for the company! They are always encouraging me to excel!

they don't demand much , but try to foster innovation

Everyone cares about each other

What is the best part about your compensation package?

Compensation Reviews

Retirement contributions are unmatched: 2.5% automatically, and 200% of the first 4% you contribute for a total of 10.5%

Generous part time study benefits

Review from Engineering Dept

Employee health care contribution is significant

Review from Engineering Dept

403(b) matching is fantastic. Better than I have seen at any other company ever before

Review from Engineering Dept

What are some of the best things about your team?

Team Reviews

They are creative, supportive and inspiring

Smart. Driven. Loyal. Excited about the work.

Review from Engineering Dept

They are very smart and collaborative.

Very open to flexible work arrangements. Focused on real tasks and real results rather than blindly following a system. Great opportunity for innovation

Technically awesome and generally respectful when we disagree

Review from Engineering Dept

What is most positive about the culture and environment at your company?

Environment Reviews

The thought of growth and development

My supervisors are alwyas trying to find ways for me to grow.

Review from Engineering Dept

Having a manager that is technically competent, listens to his employees, and does not try to micromanage

Encourage innovation by creating a maker space and awarding grants to pursue technical innovation

Review from Engineering Dept

What did you like most about the interview process?

Interviews Reviews

All of my questions were answered.

Review from Engineering Dept

Interview will vary by group, but generally it's just a conversation and quiz about things on your resume. Generally no whiteboard or other stupid tech interview things.

Zoom interviewing allows us to interview more candidates than we previously were able to

Had to give a technical presentation as part of the process

Review from Engineering Dept

What makes you most happy at work?

Outlook Reviews

Being apart of a team that wants to succeed

The people make me most happy.

Review from Engineering Dept

There are many opportunities to work on highly impactful programs.

Going to work and knowing that everyone is there to help and assist whenever and where ever possible.

Focus time in my home office

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