Senior Digital Engineering Data Solutions Architect

Overview

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees 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.

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The DREAM Group at Draper is seeking a Digital Engineering Data Solutions Architect to develop next generation Relational Cross Domain Data Digital Engineering Architecture for domains such as strategic deterrent systems, missile defense systems, hypersonic missiles, space systems, precision guided munitions, and autonomous air/sea vehicles. Our multi-disciplinary teams innovate and develop solutions for full system development lifecycle in areas of importance for national security.

Draper has adopted an integrated, model-driven digital mindset in solving Systems Engineering problems spanning the entire lifecycle. From early-lifecycle conceptual system design and architecture, detailed modeling, model-driven customer reviews, verification and validation, integration and testing, to deployment, surveillance and performance monitoring, Draper has a suite of Digital Engineering solution needs across our projects. Our thinking spans the entire gamut, from “as-designed” to “as-deployed” lifecycle phases in supporting uncompromised delivery of solutions.

For this role, the ideal candidate will work as part of an interdisciplinary team and will support the development of digital capabilities like digital twins and digital threads, working closely with experienced engineers to learn and apply best practices. This role provides a foundation for growing expertise in data architecture, systems engineering, and advanced computing, with opportunities to contribute to innovative solutions.

Communications and interpersonal skills are highly valued; the ability to communicate technical concepts effectively with customers, engineers, managers, and other stakeholders is essential. Flexibility to multi-task and adapt to evolving priorities will be required. We value continuous learning and professional growth.

• Independently execute system engineering lifecycle assignments.
• Adapt to changes in program priorities and requirements.
• Adhere to existing best practices and Quality Management System processes.
• Continue to expand depth/knowledge in their technical discipline through formal and informal learning.
• Work within multi-disciplinary teams and independently execute assignments.
• Drive solutions to complex problems with limited direction.
• Lead small teams (fewer than five people) and align the team toward program goals.
• Provide insight and suggest design modifications based on analysis outcomes, and apply analysis techniques across a range of technical challenges.
• Identify program/system-level technical risks and develop and execute mitigation strategies.
• Actively mentor less experienced engineers and provide constructive feedback.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Highly organized with a system-level perspective.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Practical experience with simulation-based performance analysis.
• Practical experience with the systems engineering process.
• Experience with modeling and simulation, computer language coding, descriptive modeling (e.g. SysML), STPA, and/or other engineering analysis tools.
• Knowledge of GN&C, avionics architectures, fault tolerance, cyber/security, communications/encryption, threat modeling or related technologies as defined in the summary.

Bachelor's degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or related field. Masters degree or higher preferred.

5-10 years of experience as systems engineer or related role.

• Prior experience in architectures frameworks; certifications are a plus.
• Prior experience in technical…