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Senior Digital Electronics Design Engineer

Draper Labs
Boston, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/14/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/28/2025

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 :

As a Senior Digital Engineer, you will work closely with multi-disciplinary teams designing, developing, and verifying high reliability digital electronics for use in a wide array of applications. These applications include processor / FPGA boards, low power electronics, and advanced packaging techniques. As a senior member of the Harsh Environments Electronics Group, you will help shape digital hardware architectures and lead electronics development activities by applying sound engineering and project management principles.

Do you have the skills to fill this role Read the complete details below, and make your application today.

The Tailored Systems Business Area within Electronics Program Office directorate delivers first-of-a-kind field-ready microelectronics solutions in support of National Security missions.

The Draper team is chartered with supporting the Nation's most challenging problems by :

1) providing an iterative and agile approach to innovative and creative technical solutions delivered at the speed of mission.

2) driving leading edge technology development efforts to support future mission needs. This role will support a large multi-disciplinary team as part of a long-standing, fast-paced contract with history of immense success. Apply to be part of this incredibly talented and dedicated Draper team!

Job Description :

Duties / Responsibilities

  • Translate project and system requirements into well-defined hardware architectures working with cross-functional teams.
  • Design and / or complete instruments including microprocessors, power, and analog components.
  • Innovatively solve issues, drive completion of the project to schedule, and collaboratively work with other technical contributors.
  • Build and test prototypes, debug, and prepare documentation for manufacturing, and support.
  • Research and enable innovative solutions for cutting-edge designs.
  • Engage other engineers and partners to develop reliable, cost effective and solutions for products.
  • Drive solutions to complex problems with limited direction - contribute to requirements development, propose ways forward, and adapt appropriately to changes in requirements.
  • Independently performs complex electronic architectures and designs.
  • Able to provide insight and suggest design modifications based on simulation results.
  • Identify program / system-level technical risks and develop and execute mitigation strategies.
  • Ability to manage a task with multiple engineers and effectively communicate status to project leadership and customers.
  • Actively mentor less experienced engineers and provide thoughtful, constructive feedback.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills / Abilities

  • Proficiency in electronic design, microprocessor or embedded computing.
  • Understanding of design and general computer architecture.
  • Ability to write detailed design specifications.
  • Computer programming and coding abilities.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Excellent mathematical skills.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent time management skills with the proven ability to meet deadlines.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks.
  • Thorough understanding of engineering theories and procedures.
  • Education

    Bachelor's degree in Electronic or Electrical Engineering or related field. Master's Degree preferred.

    Experience

    5-7 years experience in Electronic or Electrical Engineering or related.

    Additional Job Description :

    Required Qualifications :

  • Schematic capture and board layout experience.
  • Experience integrating and debugging embedded systems.
  • Ability to perform circuit simulation using HyperLynx and ANSYS.
  • Preferred Qualifications :

  • Experience in Mentor Graphics PCB design flow.
  • Experience with Xilinx or Microchip FPGA / SOC design flow.
  • Location :

    The ability to be in Draper facilities as needed is required.

    Current in scope Top Secret government security clearance is required.

    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

    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.

    Equal Employment Opportunity :

    Draper is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We understand the value of diversity 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, gender identity, 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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