Lead Embedded Systems Architect — Secure Microsystems

Draper

Cambridge (MA)

On-site

USD 100,000 - 275,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Draper, an independent nonprofit R&D organization in Cambridge, MA, seeks a Principal Systems Engineer to design and manage the requirements, architecture, and interface documentation for embedded microsystems. You will lead large cross-functional teams and advance secure, miniaturized electronics across defense and space domains.

The role emphasizes lifecycle system engineering, modeling (SysML), and collaboration with cryptography and security teams, with opportunities to influence broadly

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, physics, or math required.
10–15+ years experience as systems engineer or related role.
Experience with security technologies in cyber-physical systems and government standards.

Responsibilities

Lead multidisciplinary teams (>10 people) toward program goals.
Develop requirements, architecture, and system specifications for mission-domain systems.
Mentor and foster collaboration across functions to deliver solutions.
Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies across programs.
Prepare System Security documentation per Government requirements.

Skills

Systems Engineering

Team Leadership

Oral & Written Communication

SysML Modeling

Cyber/Security

FPGA/ASIC

Key Management / Crypto

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/physics/math

Master's degree preferred

Tools

SysML tools

FPGA/ASIC design

Real-time software

Job description

The role emphasizes lifecycle system engineering, modeling (SysML), and collaboration with cryptography and security teams, with opportunities to influence broadly

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