Draper Labs
Overview
Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees 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 The Systems Concepts Engineer (PMTS) is responsible for the elucidation of mission needs, mission engineering, architecture/design trade space exploration for integrated hardware/software systems, simulation-based performance analysis for complex systems and system-of-systems, architecture definition using digital engineering (DE) and/or model-based system engineering (MBSE) frameworks, briefing of results to leadership or government sponsors, and development of research and development (R&D) proposals.
Duties/Responsibilities
Independently drive solutions to complex problems – develop requirements and propose ways forward when customer requirements are unclear or incomplete, and adapt to changes in requirements.
Sustained record of successful task leadership. Identifies risks and develops and executes mitigation strategies.
Lead medium-sized teams (5-10 people). Align team toward program goals and build trust.
Subject Matter Expert in Systems Engineering.
Provide insight and suggest design modifications based on analysis outcomes and apply analysis techniques across a range of technical challenges and disciplines.
Identify program/system-level technical risks and develop and execute mitigation strategies.
Develop, document, and teach best practices to less experienced engineers.
Demonstrate strong organization, planning, and time management skills to achieve program goals.
Actively mentor. Recognize strengths and weaknesses in others and provide constructive feedback.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Skills/Abilities
Highly organized, capable of approaching problems with a system-level perspective.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Practical experience with simulation-based performance analysis.
Practical experience with the systems engineering process.
Proficiency with modeling and simulation, computer language coding, descriptive modeling (e.g. SysML), STPA, and/or other engineering analysis tools.
Knowledge of GN&C, avionics architectures, fault tolerance, cyber/security, comms/encryption, threat modeling or other technologies as required.
Education Bachelor’s degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or related field. Master’s degree or higher preferred.
Experience 7-10+ years experience as systems engineer or related role.
Additional Job Description Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a US government security clearance.
Job Location Cambridge, Massachusetts 02139-3563
EEO Statement 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, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact hr@draper.com.
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Job Description Summary The Systems Concepts Engineer (PMTS) is responsible for the elucidation of mission needs, mission engineering, architecture/design trade space exploration for integrated hardware/software systems, simulation-based performance analysis for complex systems and system-of-systems, architecture definition using digital engineering (DE) and/or model-based system engineering (MBSE) frameworks, briefing of results to leadership or government sponsors, and development of research and development (R&D) proposals.
Duties/Responsibilities
Independently drive solutions to complex problems – develop requirements and propose ways forward when customer requirements are unclear or incomplete, and adapt to changes in requirements.
Sustained record of successful task leadership. Identifies risks and develops and executes mitigation strategies.
Lead medium-sized teams (5-10 people). Align team toward program goals and build trust.
Subject Matter Expert in Systems Engineering.
Provide insight and suggest design modifications based on analysis outcomes and apply analysis techniques across a range of technical challenges and disciplines.
Identify program/system-level technical risks and develop and execute mitigation strategies.
Develop, document, and teach best practices to less experienced engineers.
Demonstrate strong organization, planning, and time management skills to achieve program goals.
Actively mentor. Recognize strengths and weaknesses in others and provide constructive feedback.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Skills/Abilities
Highly organized, capable of approaching problems with a system-level perspective.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Practical experience with simulation-based performance analysis.
Practical experience with the systems engineering process.
Proficiency with modeling and simulation, computer language coding, descriptive modeling (e.g. SysML), STPA, and/or other engineering analysis tools.
Knowledge of GN&C, avionics architectures, fault tolerance, cyber/security, comms/encryption, threat modeling or other technologies as required.
Education Bachelor’s degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or related field. Master’s degree or higher preferred.
Experience 7-10+ years experience as systems engineer or related role.
Additional Job Description Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a US government security clearance.
Job Location Cambridge, Massachusetts 02139-3563
EEO Statement 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, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact hr@draper.com.
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