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Tech A

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. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit

Job Description Summary: The Tech A is 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.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Performs skilled SMT and or microelectronics assembly work under the limited supervision of senior technical personnel.
• Is capable of refined hand soldering with solid technique and complex conventional and or microelectronics assembly.
• With limited supervision but with adequate training, may operate and or maintain SMT and / or microelectronics assembly equipment requiring highly skilled knowledge.
• With adequate training and limited supervision, performs work of an essentially repetitive nature for production of deliverable hardware.
• With limited supervision, carefully documents their own work consistent with work unit policy in handwritten form or using common computer-based software such as MS Windows, MS Word, MS Excel, etc.
• At the discretion of the supervisor performs focused training to enable progression into higher skilled positions.
• Other temporary assignments at the discretion of the supervisor.

Skills/Abilities:

• Able to communicate written and verbally.
• Able to use Microsoft office applications.
• Able to perform manual labor and operate automated and semi-automated equipment.

Education: Graduate from a 2 year technical school or applicable years of experience.

Experience: Either two years of applicable technical education and two years of applicable experience or four years of applicable experience meets the minimum requirement.

Additional Job Description: Draper employees are trained to J-STD-001, IPC-WHMA-A-620 and IPC-7711/7721. Previous experience with these standards or a current certification is valued. Experienced hand soldering professionals are needed. Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.

Job Location: Cambridge, Massachusetts, 02139-3563

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.

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