Group Lead - Real-Time OS & Emulators

Draper Inc.; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 82,300 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life balance

Workplace flexibility

Employee clubs (photography, yoga)

Discounts to local museums and culture

Job summary

Draper Inc. in Cambridge, MA seeks a Group Lead for Operating Systems and Emulators within the Software Engineering Division. You will lead a team focused on RTOS selection, development, and customization, shaping Draper’s OS capabilities for national-security programs.

The role emphasizes technical leadership, staff development, and cross‑functional collaboration with customers and management. The position requires engineering experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to guide

Qualifications

• Requires degree in Engineering or related discipline.
• 5–7 years of engineering experience in design, development, and management of complex systems.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage administrative details and career development for group members.
• Lead, mentor, and develop area of expertise; conduct performance evaluations.
• Write job requisitions, review resumes, and participate in interviews for staffing.
• Serve as Lead Subject Matter Expert and shape technology offerings.
• Develop roadmaps and improve processes to align with customer priorities.

Skills

Leadership

RTOS technology

Mentoring

Technical communication

Staffing & hiring

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Draper Inc. in Cambridge, MA seeks a Group Lead for Operating Systems and Emulators within the Software Engineering Division. You will lead a team focused on RTOS selection, development, and customization, shaping Draper’s OS capabilities for national-security programs.

The role emphasizes technical leadership, staff development, and cross‑functional collaboration with customers and management. The position requires engineering experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to guide