Draper · 9 hours ago
Principal Hardware Mechanical Engineer
FL - Remote
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years exp
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No H1B
Security Clearance Required
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Responsibilities
Performs mechanical design concept exploration, trade study analysis, down-selection, prototyping, and testing independently.
Independently drive solutions to complex problems - develop requirements, propose ways forward when customer requirements are unclear or incomplete, and adapt appropriately to changes in requirements
Subject Matter Expert (SME) able to plan and execute complex electro-mechanical designs and provide insight into design for manufacture (DFM), design for assembly (DFA), etc...
Identify program/system-level technical risks and develop and execute mitigation strategies for them
Develop, document, and teach best practices to less experienced engineers; Demonstrate strong organization, planning, and time management skills to achieve program goals
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualification
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Required
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or other relevant field.
Requires 10-15 years with a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or full cycle of mechanical design experience.
Ability to obtain a US secret clearance.
Performs mechanical design concept exploration, trade study analysis, down-selection, prototyping, and testing independently.
Independently drive solutions to complex problems - develop requirements, propose ways forward when customer requirements are unclear or incomplete, and adapt appropriately to changes in requirements.
Subject Matter Expert (SME) able to plan and execute complex electro-mechanical designs and provide insight into design for manufacture (DFM), design for assembly (DFA), etc.
Identify program/system-level technical risks and develop and execute mitigation strategies for them.
Develop, document, and teach best practices to less experienced engineers; Demonstrate strong organization, planning, and time management skills to achieve program goals.
Curiosity-driven approach to solving complex, customer-driven problems as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Collaborate and communicate effectively and openly with multi-disciplinary program team members, program leadership, and non-technical personnel.
Team player able to work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to balance multiple competing tasks and demands.
Thorough understanding of applied math and physics.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Proficient with general modeling and simulation tools such as MATLAB, computer-aided design (CAD) software, and/or other design & analysis tools relevant to your discipline.
Preferred
Master's degree is preferred.
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
As a nonprofit engineering innovation company, Draper serves our nation’s interests and security needs; advances technologies at the intersection of government, academia, and industry; cultivates the next generation of innovators; and solves the most complex challenges.
1,001-5,000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jerry Wohletz
President and Chief Executive Officer
Brenan McCarragher
Chief Technology Officer
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