Embedded Quality & Fielded Systems Intern

Draper; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 57,308,000 - 128,282,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Workplace flexibility

Employee clubs

Health and finance workshops

Off site social events

Discounts to local museums and culture

Job summary

Draper in Cambridge, MA seeks a student intern to support the project development lifecycle across planning, design, build, test and delivery, aligned with Draper QMS and ISO standards.

You will collaborate with engineers and developers on test requirements, manufacturing processes and product testing, gaining hands-on experience in a multidisciplinary R&D environment.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in accredited science, technology, or engineering curriculum.
• Self-directed learner with exceptional academic record.
• Strong written and oral communication; team player.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and enhance engineering solutions for challenging problems.
• Implement, test, analyze, and document support.
• Generate and present test reports with plots, tables and conclusions from data.
• Perform other duties related to processes, equipment, and systems as needed.

Skills

Communication

Work ethic

Independent learner

Adaptability

Office software

Education

Undergraduate/Graduate student

Tools

MS Word

PowerPoint

Excel

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:

Students will have the opportunity to collaborate with engineers to support project development lifecycle from Planning, Requirements Design, Built, Test and Delivery phases of product that meet Draper Quality Management System (QMS), ISO 9001:2015 and Customer specific requirements. The individual will work with task lead and team of engineers, developers on test requirements, manufacturing process and product, and test equipment.

Job Description:

Duties/Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and enhancement engineering solutions for challenging problems.
• Implement, test, perform analysis, and provide documentation support.
• Generate and present test reports including plots, tables, evaluation criteria, and conclusions from data collected and analyzed throughout the test process.
• Complete assignments designed to develop a practical knowledge of processes, procedures, equipment, facilities, and systems as well as their interrelationships within engineering disciplines.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Program Requirements

• Enrolled in an accredited full-time undergraduate or graduate degree program required.
• There is flexibility regarding hours and program duration based on applicant’s school schedule and availability.

Skills/Abilities

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent work ethic with the ability to work independently or in a team environment.
• Ability to adapt to ever-changing environments, risks, and vulnerabilities.
• Strong computer skills including MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel.

Additional Job Description:

Qualifications:

• Applicant must be enrolled in an accredited Science, Technology, or Engineering curriculum.
• The ideal candidate must be a self-directed learner and must have a clearly exceptional academic record.
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills, along with the ability to work as part of a team, are essential.
• Strong desire for learning and attention to detail is a plus.

Desired Skills:

• Experience with software development and testing (C, C#, Python)
• Strong troubleshooting and reasoning skills; ability to debug and resolve technical problems.
• Experience with Power BI
• Interest and familiarity with creating systems to support data analysis
• Familiarity with the Atlassian tool suite e.g. JIRA, Confluence
• Familiarity with quality assurance methodologies e.g. lessons learned, root cause analysis & corrective action
• US Citizen

Job Location - City:

Cambridge

Job Location - State:

Massachusetts

Job Location - Postal Code:

02139-3563

The US base salary range for this full-time position is

$20.00 - $45.00 Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Union ranges will be in compliance with the collective bargaining agreement's approved rates by location and role. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and does not include bonuses or benefits.

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.

• Workplace flexibility
• Employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga
• Health and finance workshops
• Off site social events
• Discounts to local museums and cultural activities

Draper is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We understand the value of inclusivity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact [e-mail].