What are the responsibilities and job description for the Principal Systems Engineer-Embedded Microsystems Architecture/Design position at Draper?
The experience expected from applicants, as well as additional skills and qualifications needed for this job are listed below.
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 :
The Embedded Microsystems and Sensors Group at Draper is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer to develop and manage requirements, architecture, interface documentation, and system specifications for systems in mission domains such as embedded secure communications, advanced electronics miniaturization, edge processing and computing, trustworthy secure platforms, and autonomous air / sea vehicles. This role will involve working across a multi-disciplinary team (including external and internal stakeholders) innovating new microelectronics system solutions over the full system development lifecycle.
Job Description :
Duties / Responsibilities
- Independently drive solutions to complex problems - develop requirements, propose ways forward when customer requirements are unclear or incomplete, and adapt appropriately to changes in requirements.
- Sustained record of successful task leadership. Identifies risks and develops and executes mitigation strategies for them.
- Lead medium-sized teams (5-10 people). Reliably aligns team towards program goals and builds trust within the team.
- Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Systems Engineering.
- Provide insight and suggest design modifications based on analysis outcomes, and to apply analysis techniques across a range of technical challenges and disciplines.
- Identify program / system-level technical risks and develop and execute mitigation strategies.
- Develop, document, and teach best practices to less experienced engineers.
- Demonstrate strong organization, planning, and time management skills to achieve program goals.
- Actively mentors. Recognizes strengths and weaknesses in others and provides thoughtful constructive feedback.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Skills / Abilities
Education
Bachelor's degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or related field. Masters degree or higher preferred.
Experience
7-10 years experience as systems engineer or related role.
Additional Job Description :
The following additional qualifications are highly desirable but not required :
Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.
Job Location : City : Cambridge
State : Massachusetts
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 at 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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