Distinguished Systems Concepts Engineer

Draper; Clearfield (UT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Distinguished Systems Concepts Engineer, where you will tackle critical national challenges in defense and space. This role involves leading multidisciplinary teams, developing innovative solutions, and utilizing advanced engineering practices to meet mission needs. You will have the opportunity to mentor others while contributing to groundbreaking projects that enhance national security. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this innovative firm offers a collaborative environment that supports work-life balance and professional growth. If you're ready to make a significant impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Employee clubs

Health and finance workshops

Social events

Discounts

Qualifications

• 10-15+ years of experience in systems engineering or related role.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Develop solutions to complex, multidisciplinary problems.
• Lead large multidisciplinary teams towards program goals.
• Mentor team members and provide constructive feedback.

Skills

Systems Engineering

Simulation-based Performance Analysis

Modeling and Simulation Tools

Coding

SysML

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master’s degree or higher

Tools

SysML

STPA

Job description

Join us as a Distinguished Systems Concepts Engineer at Draper

Overview

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. With over 2,000 employees, we address critical national challenges by delivering successful, usable solutions across fields like military defense, space exploration, and biomedical engineering. Our multidisciplinary teams foster innovation through collaboration. For more information, visit www.draper.com.

Job Description Summary

The Systems Concepts Engineer (DMTS) is responsible for elucidating mission needs, conducting mission engineering, exploring architecture/design trade spaces for integrated hardware/software systems, performing simulation-based performance analysis for complex systems and systems-of-systems, defining architecture using digital engineering (DE) and model-based system engineering (MBSE) frameworks, briefing results to leadership or sponsors, and developing R&D proposals.

Responsibilities

• Independently develop solutions to complex, multidisciplinary problems aligned with customer priorities.
• Assist customers in shaping needs and developing requirements for challenging technical problems.
• Lead large multidisciplinary teams (>10 members), aligning efforts towards program goals and fostering trust.
• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Systems Engineering.
• Advance State of the Art (SOA) solutions and techniques in the field.
• Analyze Draper strategies and collaborate with management to build capabilities for business growth.
• Identify and mitigate risks across multiple programs or technology areas.
• Improve organizational operations through collaboration and process improvements.
• Mentor team members, recognize strengths and weaknesses, and provide constructive feedback.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong organizational skills and a system-level problem-solving approach.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Practical experience with simulation-based performance analysis.
• Experience with systems engineering processes.
• Proficiency with modeling and simulation tools, coding, SysML, STPA, or other engineering analysis tools.
• Knowledge of GN&C, avionics architectures, fault tolerance, cybersecurity, communications/encryption, threat modeling, or related technologies may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or related field; Master’s or higher preferred.
• 10-15+ years of experience as a systems engineer or related role.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance; Active Secret Clearance required.

We support work-life balance through flexible work arrangements, employee clubs, health and finance workshops, social events, and discounts. If interested, apply at www.draper.com/careers.

Draper is committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. We provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request accommodations, contact [e-mail].

Location

Cambridge, MA 02139-3563

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Industry: Defense and Space Manufacturing