Electronics Hardware Design Engineer

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.

An Electronics/Electrical Engineer 1 designs, develops tests, and oversees the manufacturing of electrical printed circuit boards (PCBs), analog and digital circuits, electronic equipment, sensors, motors, radar and navigation systems. The engineer develops the architecture, designs circuits, performs simulations, performs physical layout, verifies and tests designs. They perform a variety of engineering activities throughout the life cycle to support planning, design, test, deployment, and sustainment.

• Translates project and system requirements into well‑defined hardware architectures working with cross‑functional teams.
• Innovatively solves issues, drives completion of the project to schedule, and collaboratively works with other technical contributors.
• Builds, debugs, and tests prototypes and deliverable hardware.
• Prepares documentation for manufacturing and provides continuous support.
• Researches and enables innovative solutions for cutting‑edge designs.
• Engages other engineers and partners to develop reliable, cost‑effective end solutions for products.
• Collaborates and communicates with management, internal, and development partners regarding design status, project progress, and issue resolution.
• Independently executes assignments under the oversight of program leadership.
• Contributes content for technical reports and presentations with appropriate guidance.
• Identifies challenges associated with assigned work and communicates them to project leadership.

• Strong foundation in electronic design.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks.
• Understanding of engineering theories and procedures.
• Eager to learn new technical skills and expand depth/technical knowledge.

Bachelor's degree in electronic or electrical engineering or related field.

0‑3 years experience in electronic or electrical engineering or related field.

Applicants will be required to obtain and maintain a US government security clearance.

City:
Cambridge
State:
Massachusetts
Postal Code: 02139‑3563

$62,500.00 – $ (base salary only, excludes bonuses and benefits).

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.  

Draper is committed to creating an inclusive environment. 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. To request reasonable accommodation, contact