Job description

Overview: Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000 employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com . Job Description Summary: A Senior Sensor Electronics Engineer designs, specifies, develops, and tests analog electronics for a wide array of applications, such as analog front ends, signal conditioning, analog-to-digital conversion, radiation hardened designs, motor controllers, low noise power conditioning for precision instrumentation, and precision feedback systems. The engineer develops the architecture, designs these circuits, performs simulations, implements the physical layout, verifies and tests designs. They also perform a variety of engineering activities throughout the life cycle to support planning, design, test, deployment, and sustainment. Job Description: Job Description Duties/Responsibilities Optimizes system designs for reduced size, weight, and power. Designs new products and develops technical specifications for their production. Analyzes hardware configuration and processing solutions and tests hardware conformance to specifications. Independently drives solutions to complex problems - develops requirements, proposes ways forward when customer requirements are unclear or incomplete, and adapts appropriately to changes in requirements. Subject Matter Expert (SME) able to develop advanced architectures and designs for complex electronics. Involved in business development and proposal activities. Identifies program/system-level technical risks and develops and executes mitigation strategies. Ability to manage multi-disciplinary tasks with a cross functional team and effectively communicates status to project leadership and customers. Develops, documents, and teaches best practices to less experienced teammates. Demonstrates strong organization, planning, and time management skills to achieve program goals. Support business development and proposal activities. Skills/Abilities Proficient with schematic capture and printed circuit board layout. Ability to perform circuit simulation using Spice or other simulation tools. System modeling and analysis experience using MATLAB, Simulink, or other comparable tools. Ability to prioritize tasks. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Excellent time management skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Education Bachelor s degree in electrical engineering or a related field required. Advanced degree preferred. Experience 5-10 years of experience in electrical engineering or related field. Additional Job Description: Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a US government security clearance. Connect With Draper for Future Opportunities! If you don t find the right posting in our Career Opportunities, you may submit your resume for future consideration. Job Location - City: Cambridge Job Location - State: Massachusetts Job Location - Postal Code: 02139-3563 The US base salary range for this full-time position is $82,300.00 - $220,000.00 Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Union ranges will be in compliance with the collective bargaining agreement s approved rates by location and role. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and does not include bonuses or benefits. Our work is very important to us, but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities. If this specific job opportunity and the chance to work at a nationally renowned R&D innovation company appeals to you, apply now www.draper.com/careers . Draper is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We understand the value of inclusivity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact hr draper.com .

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Duties/Responsibilities
Optimizes system designs for reduced size, weight, and power.
Designs new products and develops technical specifications for their production.
Analyzes hardware configuration and processing solutions and tests hardware conformance to specifications.
Independently drives solutions to complex problems - develops requirements, proposes ways forward when customer requirements are unclear or incomplete, and adapts appropriately to changes in requirements.
Subject Matter Expert (SME) able to develop advanced architectures and designs for complex electronics.
Involved in business development and proposal activities.
Identifies program/system-level technical risks and develops and executes mitigation strategies.
Ability to manage multi-disciplinary tasks with a cross functional team and effectively communicates status to project leadership and customers.
Develops, documents, and teaches best practices to less experienced teammates.
Demonstrates strong organization, planning, and time management skills to achieve program goals.
Support business development and proposal activities.
Skills/Abilities
Proficient with schematic capture and printed circuit board layout.
Ability to perform circuit simulation using Spice or other simulation tools.
System modeling and analysis experience using MATLAB, Simulink, or other comparable tools.
Ability to prioritize tasks.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time management skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
5-10 years of experience in electrical engineering or related field.
Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a US government security clearance.

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Bachelor s degree in electrical engineering or a related field required. Advanced degree preferred.

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