Senior Environmental Test Technician Security Clearance

Position: Senior Environmental Test Technician with Security Clearance
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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Job Description

Summary:

The Senior Tech (ELEC/MECH) are responsible for completing various assembly processes according to a detailed set of process instructions. Assisting engineers in applying engineering technology to develop and test product assemblies or components. Devises, fabricates, and assembles new or modified mechanical components or assemblies with supervision. Sets up and tests complete prototype units and subassemblies under operational conditions. Strict adherence to process instructions and documentation requirements is expected.

Works closely with a team of engineers and skilled operators.

Job Description:

Duties/Responsibilities
• Performs skilled assembly work; build, assemble, modify and/or repair prototypes.
• Provides support to engineers on technical projects and/or product; collect, maintain, organize, compile, and manipulate technical data per guidelines.

• Prepares engineering documentation, reports, and drawings (sketches/flow charts/diagrams/schematics, etc.).
• Performs mathematical calculations per engineering specifications.

• Recommend alternative solutions to problems and obstacles.
• May set up and conduct tests and record data to assist with engineering analysis.

• With adequate training, may operate, clean, maintain, and/or calibrate assembly equipment requiring highly skilled and specialized knowledge.

• Documents work consistent with work unit policy in handwritten form or using common computer-based software
• May mentor or train more junior technicians.

• May perform other duties as assigned specific to a particular engineering area. Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of clean room practices and protocols.
• Knowledge of small scale production environment.

• Proficiency with MS Windows, MS Word, MS Excel, Outlook. Education / Experience As of 6/28/2025
* 2 Year Technical Degree + 10 Years experience, OR

* 4 Year Degree + 10 Years experience, OR

* Relevant Technical Certificate(s) + 10 Years experience, OR

* 15+ Years experience Additional

Job Description:

Experience supporting electro-mechanical systems and complex integration and test activities with 10+ years of experience. Must be experienced and skilled in the use of hand and power tools. Must possess strength, stamina, and dexterity to perform strenuous assignments t have excellent communication and collaborative skills, organized, detailed oriented, and dedicated to following and complying with procedures including:
Military & Aerospace compliance standards. Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs is required.

Experience with test and data acquisition software is strongly preferred. Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance. Active Secret Clearance preferred. Connect With Draper for Future Opportunities! If you don't find the right posting in our Career Opportunities, you may submit your resume for future consideration.

Job Location - City:
Cambridge

Job Location - State:
Massachusetts

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