Software Testing Analyst jobs in United Kingdom

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 Senior Space & Strategic Navigation Engineer develops software for cutting-edge space and defense systems used by the US Government and commercial customers as well as internal R&D projects. A Guidance and Control (G&C) Engineer develops, integrates, and deploys advanced G&C algorithms and software for systems able to operate in complex environments such as underwater, ground, air, and space.

Job Description:

Duties/Responsibilities
* Evaluates requirements, proposes solutions, explores design trades to support a design.
* Designs algorithms using modern theory and proven techniques.
* Develops embedded software based on prototype algorithms.
* Analyzes designs to demonstrate performance and functionality.
* Develops and executes software tests to check compliance with requirements.
* Evaluates results to establish problem causes and develop solutions for inefficient or problems.
* Prepares technical data, procedures, reports, drawings, manuals, and other required documentation.
* Communicates with customers and stakeholders to establish requirements and describe the design and deliverables.
* Tracks priorities, scope, schedule, and cost.
* Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills/Abilities
* Strong programming skills in MATLAB, Simulink, Python, C/C++.
* Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Knowledge of Autonomy and GNC algorithms and technology.
* Knowledge of real-time software development tools
* Knowledge of project execution, designing, developing, and validating real-time algorithms and software.
* Familiarity with trajectory optimization, optimal control, and similar techniques.
* Significant knowledge in the design and analysis of control systems.
* Significant knowledge of design and implementation of trajectory design/optimization algorithms including optimal control techniques.
* Strong project execution and teamwork skills.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
- Ability to clearly communicate work assignments to team members.

Education
* Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field is required.

* Masters or PhD in a related field is preferred.

Experience
5-10 years of Software Engineering or related experience is required.

Additional Job Description:

Applicants selected for this position may be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance

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Job Location - City:

Cambridge

Job Location - State:

Massachusetts

Job Location - Postal Code:

02139-3563

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