Mission Assurance Lead, Systems & Quality

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

Job summary

Draper in Cambridge, MA seeks a Mission Assurance Group Leader to drive a multi-disciplinary team responsible for mission assurance across the product lifecycle, from component delivery to final assembly.

The role requires 7+ years in engineering leadership, a degree in engineering, and the ability to obtain a government security clearance. You will mentor staff, manage staffing, and partner with management to shape capabilities aligned with customer priorities.

Qualifications

• Requires engineering degree and 7+ years in engineering leadership.
• Experience with quality management and continuous improvement.
• Knowledge of circuit boards, microchips, MEMS and IMU assembly processes.
• Ability to mentor and evaluate staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead a multidisciplinary group responsible for Mission Assurance in factory ops.
• Oversee staffing, interviews, and career development for group members.
• Serve as Lead SME and shape Draper’s technology offerings.
• Collaborate with management to align capabilities with customer priorities.

Skills

Excellent communication

Technical presentations

Microsoft Office

Team supervision

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Draper in Cambridge, MA seeks a Mission Assurance Group Leader to drive a multi-disciplinary team responsible for mission assurance across the product lifecycle, from component delivery to final assembly.

The role requires 7+ years in engineering leadership, a degree in engineering, and the ability to obtain a government security clearance. You will mentor staff, manage staffing, and partner with management to shape capabilities aligned with customer priorities.