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Draper · 4 hours ago

Senior Navigation System 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 Navigation System Engineer will work within multi-disciplinary teams to conceptualize and prototype advanced guidance technologies, contributing to mission-level capabilities in areas such as missile defense and space systems.

Defense & Space

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

GPS test data and performance analysis

Conceptualization of GPS Hardware designs

Analysis of designs to demonstrate performance and functionality GPS Hardware

Identification of customer mission needs and development of use cases

Analysis of mission use cases to derive subsystem requirements

Conceptualization of novel GNC GPS hardware, software, and system solutions

Requirements development for simulation-based performance analysis

Development and execution of tests to check compliance with requirements

Development of research proposals and plans

Development of test strategies/plans for prototype technology

Performs analysis approaches for a particular problem and independently execute assignments

Independently execute system engineering lifecycle assignments; concept and architecture design, integration, testing and operation

Drive solutions to complex problems with limited direction – contribute to task planning and test development, propose ways forward, and adapt appropriately to changes in program requirements

Demonstrated ability to lead small teams (fewer than five people). Seeks to align team towards program goals and builds trust within the team

Able to provide insight and suggest design modifications based on analysis outcomes, and to apply analysis techniques across a range of technical challenges

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

Actively mentor less experienced engineers and provide thoughtful, constructive feedback

Work in a collaborative multidisciplinary environment including stakeholders and external partners

Contribute to translation of requirements into technical and architectural decisions

Qualification

GPS technologyGNC systemsMBSE toolsMATLAB/SimulinkC/C++ skillsSimulation-based analysisTechnical leadershipCommunicationTeam collaborationOrganizational skillsTime management

Required

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical, or other relevant Engineering field

5-7 years experience in systems analysis or related

Experience in use of MBSE tools such as SysML, knowledge in MATLAB/Simulink

Experience in integrating descriptive modeling tools with other simulation tools

Foundational knowledge of guidance, navigation, and control (GNC) and GPS technology

Thesis or dissertation research relevant to enabling GNC or strategic missions

Demonstrated ability to formulate a technical approach and write proposals

Practical experience with simulation-based performance analysis

Strong presentation skills and the ability to articulate complex technical ideas

Excellent mathematical skills

Thorough understanding of engineering theories and procedures

Ability to collaborate within a diverse and multidisciplinary team

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Excellent time management skills with the proven ability to meet deadlines

Demonstrated knowledge of multiple problem domains, with ability to quickly become knowledgeable in new domains

Identify and develop relevant modeling and analysis techniques, and develop or integrate multi-domain qualitative models

Ability to present results that support system-level analysis, performance trade-offs, and decision-making is critical, thus communications and interpersonal skills are highly valued in this role

The ability to communicate technical concepts effectively with customers, engineers, managers, and other stakeholders of all relevant disciplines

Flexibility to multi-task and adapt to evolving priorities

Preferred

7+ years of professional experience in development of defense/space systems

Deep expertise with respect to either/both GPS hardware or software technology

Domain experience with respect to strategic weapon systems, as defined above

Experience with multi-objective optimization techniques

Knowledge of modern software development lifecycles, standards, processes, and tools

Technical leadership experience

Strong MATLAB, C/C++ skills

Benefits

Workplace flexibility

Employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga

Health and finance workshops

Off site social events

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