Lead Systems Engineer, Space & Mission-Critical

Draper Inc.; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 245,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life balance programs

Employee clubs and activities

Workplace flexibility

Job summary

A prominent research and development firm in Cambridge seeks a motivated Principal Systems Engineer to address key engineering tasks in a model-based environment. This role encompasses developing systems concepts, managing technical risks, and mentoring junior engineers. Candidates should possess a strong background in systems engineering with 7-10 years of experience, preferably holding a degree in engineering, physics, or a related field. The position offers a full-time schedule and a salary ranging from $95,000 to $245,000 based on experience and location.

Qualifications

• 7-10+ years experience in systems engineering or related role.
• Experience with stakeholder needs and use case analysis.
• Excellent communication skills for presenting to customers and management.

Responsibilities

• Drive solutions to complex problems independently.
• Lead medium-sized teams (5-10 people), fosters trust.
• Identify technical risks and develop mitigation strategies.

Skills

Systems engineering

Communication skills

Simulation-based performance analysis

Risk management

Model-Based Systems Engineering tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or related field

Master's degree or higher preferred

Tools

DOORS

Matlab

Simulink

MagicDraw / Cameo MBSE tools

Job description

A prominent research and development firm in Cambridge seeks a motivated Principal Systems Engineer to address key engineering tasks in a model-based environment. This role encompasses developing systems concepts, managing technical risks, and mentoring junior engineers. Candidates should possess a strong background in systems engineering with 7-10 years of experience, preferably holding a degree in engineering, physics, or a related field. The position offers a full-time schedule and a salary ranging from $95,000 to $245,000 based on experience and location.