Mission Software Architectures Group Lead

Draper

Cambridge, Northern (MA, KY)

Hybrid

USD 82,000 - 220,000

Full time

14 days+
Application generator

Stand out for this role — generate a tailored resume and cover letter in about a minute.

Get past ATS filters

Benefits offered by this job

Workplace flexibility
Employee clubs
Health and finance workshops
Off site social events and discounts

Job summary

Draper in Cambridge, MA, seeks a Group Leader for the Mission Software Architectures & Applications Group to guide a 10–20 person engineering team. You will shape technical roadmaps, mentor staff, and coordinate with customers, program offices and external researchers to deliver reliable embedded software for high-stakes missions.

The role requires a BS/MS in engineering with 10+ years of hands-on experience in advanced technologies, proven leadership, and strong communication skills to manage

Qualifications

  • BS / MS in engineering or equivalent.
  • 10+ years of hands-on experience in advanced technologies.
  • Proven leadership of medium/large teams through full lifecycle of embedded systems.
  • Strong communication skills with customers, engineers, managers, and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Lead a group of 10–20 engineers and manage career development.
  • Write job requisitions, review resumes, and conduct interviews.
  • Serve as Lead Subject Matter Expert for your area of specialty.
  • Shape Draper’s technology offerings and identify new business areas.
  • Align group capabilities with customer strategic priorities.

Skills

Leadership
Communication
Presentation skills
Team supervision
Customer collaboration

Education

BS / MS in engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Draper in Cambridge, MA, seeks a Group Leader for the Mission Software Architectures & Applications Group to guide a 10–20 person engineering team. You will shape technical roadmaps, mentor staff, and coordinate with customers, program offices and external researchers to deliver reliable embedded software for high-stakes missions.

The role requires a BS/MS in engineering with 10+ years of hands-on experience in advanced technologies, proven leadership, and strong communication skills to manage

Get your free, confidential resume review.
or drag and drop your file here.
Similar jobs

Similar jobs worth comparing

Mission Software Architecture Group Lead II
Mission Software Architecture Group Lead II

Inuplands • Cambridge (MA), Northern (KY)

Hybrid
USD 82,000 - 220,000
Workplace flexibility
Employee clubs
Health and finance workshops
+1
Mission Software Architectures Group Lead
Mission Software Architectures Group Lead

Draper Labs • Cambridge (MA)

On-site
USD 82,000 - 220,000
Flexible work options
Employee clubs
Discounts to local museums and culture
Mission Software Architectures Lead for Critical Systems
Mission Software Architectures Lead for Critical Systems

Draper • Massachusetts

On-site
USD 82,000 - 220,000
Lead, Mission Software Architectures & Applications
Lead, Mission Software Architectures & Applications

The Charles Stark Draper Laboratory, Inc. • Massachusetts

On-site
USD 82,000 - 220,000
Workplace flexibility
Employee clubs
Health and finance workshops
+1
Embedded Systems Group Lead — Mission-Critical Tech
Embedded Systems Group Lead — Mission-Critical Tech

Draper Inc. • Cambridge (MA)

On-site
USD 82,000 - 220,000
Embedded Systems Group Lead | Mission-Critical Tech
Embedded Systems Group Lead | Mission-Critical Tech

Draper • Boston (MA)

On-site
USD 32,000 - 220,000
Workplace flexibility
Employee clubs (photography, yoga)
Health and finance workshops
+2
Embedded Systems Group Lead: Tech Strategy & Growth
Embedded Systems Group Lead: Tech Strategy & Growth

Inuplands • Cambridge (MA)

On-site
USD 82,000 - 220,000
Group Leader – Mission Software Architectures & Applications II
Group Leader – Mission Software Architectures & Applications II

Draper • Cambridge (MA), Northern (KY)

Hybrid
USD 82,000 - 220,000
Workplace flexibility
Employee clubs
Health and finance workshops
+1
Group Leader – Mission Software Architectures & Applications II
Group Leader – Mission Software Architectures & Applications II

The Charles Stark Draper Laboratory, Inc. • Massachusetts

On-site
USD 82,000 - 220,000
Workplace flexibility
Employee clubs
Health and finance workshops
+1
Group Leader – Mission Software Architectures & Applications II
Group Leader – Mission Software Architectures & Applications II

Inuplands • Cambridge (MA), Northern (KY)

Hybrid
USD 82,000 - 220,000
Workplace flexibility
Employee clubs
Health and finance workshops
+1