Mission Assurance Group Leader

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

Job summary

Draper, a Cambridge, MA-based independent research company, seeks a Mission Assurance Group Leader to drive quality across the product lifecycle. You will guide a multi-disciplinary team in factory operations, shaping Draper’s technology offerings and ensuring program success.

The role requires engineering leadership, a strong grasp of electronics and MEMS processes, and a track record of managing 7+ years in complex systems. Security clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to present technical material to engineers and customers.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience supervising a team of 10–20 people.

Responsibilities

• Lead a multidisciplinary group responsible for Mission Assurance in factory operations across the product lifecycle.
• Mentor team members and manage career development and performance evaluations.
• Coordinate hiring, staffing requirements, and interview processes for group members.
• Serve as Lead Subject Matter Expert in the area of specialty and align capabilities with customer priorities.

Skills

Communication skills

Technical presentation

MS Office

Team leadership

Education

Engineering degree

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:

The Mission Assurance Group Leader will lead a multi-disciplinary group that is responsible for Mission Assurance support in factory operations through the product lifecycle from delivery of components to final assembly. The Group Leader is the first level of quality management and requires the ability to apply sound continuous improvement and management principles for technical hands‑on leadership of a group of technical staff with expertise in quality management. The ideal candidate will have a working knowledge of circuit boards, microchips, MEMS and IMU assembly processes.

Job Description:

Duties/Responsibilities

• Manage administrative details and career development for group members.
• Convey relevant information from management to group members.
• Lead, mentor, build depth in their area of expertise, and conduct performance evaluations of group members.
• Maintain awareness of staffing requirements, write job requisitions (responsibilities and qualifications) for hiring as required, review and disposition incoming resumes, conduct interviews.
• Serve as Lead Subject Matter Expert for area of specialty.
• Shape Draper’s technology offerings and open new business areas based on program and technical experience.
• Analyze Draper strategy and work with management to build capability in key areas that align Draper’s capabilities with customers’ strategic priorities.

Skills/Abilities

• Excellent communication and written skills.
• Excellent ability with presenting technical material to various levels of the engineering organization and customers.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong ability to supervise a team of 10-20.

Education

Requires a degree in Engineering or related discipline.

Experience

7+ years of experience in the engineering; design, development, and management of complex systems.

Additional Job Description:

Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.

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

$95,000.00 - $245,000.00

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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. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and does not include bonuses or benefits.

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].