About the role
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.
Job Description Summary:
A Senior Electronics/Electrical Engineer 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. The engineer also performs a variety of engineering activities throughout the life-cycle to support: planning, design, test, deployment, and sustainment.
Job Description:
Duties/Responsibilities
- 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.
- Drives solutions to complex problems with limited direction – contributes to requirements development, proposes ways forward, and adapts appropriately to changes in requirements.
- Independently performs complex electronic architectures and designs.
- Able to manage a task with multiple cross functional members and effectively communicates status to project leadership and customers.
- Actively mentors less experienced teammates and provides thoughtful, constructive feedback.
- Support business development and proposal activities.
Skills/Abilities
- Proficiency in electronic design.
- Ability to write detailed design specifications.
- Excellent verbal and written communication 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 electrical engineering or related field. Advanced degree preferred.
Experience
5-10 years experience in electrical engineering or related field.
Additional Job Description:
Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a US government security clearance.
Job Location - City:
Huntsville
Job Location - State:
Alabama
Job Location - Postal Code:
35806
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. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact hr@draper.com.
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