Senior Digital Electronics 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.

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As a Senior Digital Electronics Engineer, you will work closely with multi-disciplinary teams designing, developing, and verifying high reliability digital electronics for use in a wide array of applications. These applications include processor/FPGA boards, low power electronics, and advanced packaging techniques. As a senior member of the Harsh Environments Electronics Group, you will help shape digital hardware architectures and lead electronics development activities by applying sound engineering and project management principles.

The Tailored Systems Business Area within Electronics Program Office directorate delivers first-of-a-kind field-ready microelectronics solutions in support of National Security missions.

• Translate project and system requirements into well‑defined hardware architectures working with cross‑functional teams.
• Innovatively solve issues, drive completion of the project to schedule, and collaborate with other technical contributors.
• Build, debug, and test prototypes and deliverable hardware.
• Prepare documentation for manufacturing, and provide continuous support.
• Research and enable innovative solutions for cutting‑edge designs.
• Engage other engineers and partners to develop reliable, cost‑effective end solutions for products.
• Drive solutions to complex problems with limited direction – contribute to requirements development, propose ways forward, and adapt appropriately to changes in requirements.
• Independently perform complex electronic architectures and designs.
• Manage a task with multiple cross‑functional members and effectively communicate status to project leadership and customers.
• Actively mentor less experienced teammates and provide thoughtful, constructive feedback.
• Support business development and proposal activities.

• 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 proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks.
• Thorough understanding of engineering theories and procedures.

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

5-10 years of experience in electrical engineering or related field.

• Experience integrating and debugging embedded systems.
• Ability to perform circuit simulation using Hyper Lynx and ANSYS.
• Experience in Mentor Graphics PCB design flow.
• Experience with Xilinx or Microchip FPGA/SOC design flow.

Cambridge, Massachusetts 02139‑3563

The ability to be in Draper facilities as needed is required.

Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance.

US base salary range: $82,300.00 - $

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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