Digital Engineering Solutions Architect

Draper Labs; Cambridge; On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative research and development firm is seeking a Digital Engineering Solutions Architect to drive next-generation capabilities in critical domains like missile defense and space systems. This role offers the opportunity to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, tackling complex engineering challenges through model-based engineering and advanced computing. Candidates will engage in the full system development lifecycle, from concept design to testing, while enhancing their skills in a supportive environment that values continuous learning and professional growth. If you're passionate about engineering and looking to make a significant impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Workplace Flexibility

Employee Clubs

Health and Finance Workshops

Off-site Social Events

Discounts to Local Museums

Qualifications

• 0-3 years experience in systems analysis or related.
• Experience in Digital Engineering using Systems Engineering principles.

Responsibilities

• Execute system engineering lifecycle assignments under program leadership.
• Provide content for technical reports and presentations.

Skills

Mathematical Skills

Engineering Theories and Procedures

Collaboration

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Modeling and Analysis Techniques

Flexibility to Multi-task

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering

Master's degree in relevant Engineering field

Tools

MBSE tools (SysML)

MATLAB/Simulink

Job description

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. 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. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com.

Job Description Summary:

The System and Trade Analysis group at Draper is seeking a Digital Engineering Solutions Architect to develop next generation Digital Engineering capabilities for domains such as: strategic deterrent systems, missile defense systems, hypersonic missiles, space systems, precision guided munitions, and autonomous air/sea vehicles. Our multi-disciplinary teams innovate and develop solutions for full system development lifecycle from trade studies, to concept and architecture design, to integration, to testing and operation.
Draper has adopted an integrated, model-driven digital mindset in solving Systems Engineering problems spanning the entire lifecycle. From early-lifecycle conceptual system design and architecture, detailed modeling, model-driven customer reviews, verification and validation, integration and testing, to deployment, surveillance and performance monitoring, Draper has a suite of Digital Engineering solution needs across our projects.

For this role, we need candidates with broad interests in Model-based Engineering, and in the trinity of data architecture, advanced computing, and intelligent algorithms to develop digital capabilities such as Digital twin and digital thread for our projects. Our thinking spans the entire gamut, from "as-designed" to "as-deployed" lifecycle phases in supporting uncompromised delivery of solutions.

The ideal candidate will work as part of an interdisciplinary team. The candidate will have the ability to become knowledgeable in various problem domains, identify relevant modeling and analysis techniques, develop or integrate multi-domain qualitative models and present results that support system-level analysis, performance trade-offs, and decision-making. 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 is a must. Flexibility to multi-task and adapt to evolving priorities will be required. We value continuous learning and professional growth.

Job Description:

Duties/Responsibilities
* Independently execute system engineering lifecycle assignments; concept and architecture design, integration, testing and operation, under the oversight of program leadership.
* Provide content for technical reports and presentations with appropriate guidance.
* Adapt appropriately to changes in program priorities and requirements.
* Identify challenges associated with assigned work and communicate them to project leadership.
* Continues to expand their depth/knowledge in their technical discipline through formal and informal learning.
* Work in a collaborative multidisciplinary environment including stakeholders and external partners.
* Contribute to translation of requirements into technical and architectural decisions.
* Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills/Abilities
* 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.
* Ability to prioritize tasks.
* Ability to become knowledgeable in various problem domains, apply 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.
* Flexibility to multi-task and adapt to evolving priorities.

Education
Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical, or other relevant Engineering field. Master's degree preferred.

Experience
* Requires 0-3 years experience in systems analysis or related.
* Experience in use of MBSE tools such as SysML, knowledge in MATLAB/Simulink a plus.
* Experience in integrating descriptive modeling tools with other simulation tools a plus.

Additional Job Description:

The required qualifications for this job include:

• 1- 2 or more years of experience in Digital Engineering using sound Systems Engineering principles
• Experience in use of MBSE tools such as SysML, Knowledge in MATLAB/Simulink a plus. Experience in integrating descriptive modeling tools with other simulation tools a plus.
• Knowledge and interest in interdisciplinary work spanning Systems Engineering, Model based Systems Engineering (MBSE), Trade Space Exploration (TSE), Machine Learning and Data Science.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to create and present senior level communications for internal and external customers.
• Work in a collaborative multidisciplinary environment including stakeholders and external partners. Contribute to translation of requirements into technical and architectural decision

Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance.

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Job Location - City:

Cambridge

Job Location - State:

Massachusetts

Job Location - Postal Code:

02139-3563

Our work is very important to us, but so is our life outside of work. 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. If this specific job opportunity and the chance to work at a nationally renowned R&D innovation company appeals to you, apply now www.draper.com/careers.

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