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Draper · 2 weeks ago

Senior Digital Electronics Design Engineer

Cambridge, MA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$82K/yr - $206K/yr

5+ years exp

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA, focused on delivering innovative solutions for national challenges. The Senior Digital Electronics Design Engineer will design, develop, and verify high reliability digital electronics for various applications while leading electronics development activities and mentoring less experienced engineers.

Defense & Space

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Translate project and system requirements into well-defined hardware architectures working with cross-functional teams

Design and/or complete instruments including microprocessors, power, and analog components

Innovatively solve issues, drive completion of the project to schedule, and collaboratively work with other technical contributors

Build and test prototypes, debug, and prepare documentation for manufacturing, and support

Research and enable innovative solutions for cutting-edge designs

Engage other engineers and partners to develop reliable, cost effective and 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 performs complex electronic architectures and designs

Able to provide insight and suggest design modifications based on simulation results

Identify program/system-level technical risks and develop and execute mitigation strategies

Ability to manage a task with multiple engineers and effectively communicate status to project leadership and customers

Actively mentor less experienced engineers and provide thoughtful, constructive feedback

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

Electronic designMicroprocessor designEmbedded systemsCircuit simulationSchematic captureBoard layoutAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsProblem-solving skillsOrganizational skillsTime management

Required

Bachelor's degree in Electronic or Electrical Engineering or related field

5-7 years experience in Electronic or Electrical Engineering or related

Schematic capture and board layout experience

Experience integrating and debugging embedded systems

Ability to perform circuit simulation using HyperLynx and ANSYS

Proficiency in electronic design, microprocessor or embedded computing

Understanding of design and general computer architecture

Ability to write detailed design specifications

Computer programming and coding abilities

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent mathematical 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

Current in scope Top Secret government security clearance is required

Preferred

Master's Degree preferred

Experience in Mentor Graphics PCB design flow

Experience with Xilinx or Microchip FPGA/SOC design flow

Benefits

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.

Company

Draper

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We Engineer Solutions for the Nation’s Toughest Problems As an independent nonprofit engineering innovation company, Draper provides engineering services directly to government, industry, and academia.

Founded in 1938

Cambridge, MA, US

1001-5000 employees