Principal Digital Signal Processing System 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.

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Draper seeks a DSP system engineer to perform waveform analysis and digital receiver design as a member of a stable, long‑term program. This position requires an existing TS, and may be based at either our Reston, VA or Cambridge, MA center.

• Design RF and Communications systems that solve challenging problems.
• Manages complex engineering projects in a fast‑paced environment.
• Develops and maintains effective internal/external relationships.
• Performs analysis and modeling of complex radio frequency systems.
• Subject Matter Expert (SME) in RF and Communications systems.
• 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.
• Able to analyze Draper strategy and work with management to build capabilities in key areas to help sustain business growth.
• Capable of helping customers shape their needs and develop requirements for programs that solve their most challenging technical problems.
• Focuses on advancing State of the Art (SOA) solutions and techniques in their field.
• Contributes to capability expansion, talent acquisition and mentoring graduate students.
• Assembles and delivers customer presentations that inspire a high degree of confidence in Draper and our work.
• Able to provide insights and suggest design modifications based on analysis outcomes, and to apply analysis techniques across a range of technical disciplines.
• Identifies program/system‑level technical risks and develops and executes mitigation strategies for them.
• Develops, documents, and teaches best practices to less experienced engineers.
• Demonstrates strong organization, planning, and time‑management skills to achieve program goals.
• Ability to lead cross‑functional teams.
• Supports business development activities including leading the development of proposals and engaging with sponsors.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of RF systems and architectures.
• Knowledge of fundamentals of electrical engineering.
• Skills with RF and Communications software tools.
• Hands‑on experience with instrumentation for RF measurements.
• Strong problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability and willingness to work in highly collaborative team environment.
• Excellent management and organizational skills: proven ability to meet deadlines, task prioritization and attention to details.

Requires bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field. Advanced degree preferred.

Requires 10+ years experience in Radio Frequency or Communications 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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City:
Cambridge

State:
Massachusetts

Postal Code:

Salary: $95,000.00 - $

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

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.

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