Principal Embedded Systems Architect – Microsystems & Security

Draper; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 237,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life balance initiatives

Employee clubs and wellness workshops

Discounts to local cultural activities

Job summary

A leading nonprofit R&D company in Cambridge seeks a Principal Systems Engineer to manage requirements and architecture for cutting-edge embedded systems. The ideal candidate will have 7-10+ years of experience in systems engineering, strong leadership and communication skills, and a broad understanding of cyber-security technologies. This role offers opportunities to work on innovative technologies and promote a culture of inclusion.

Qualifications

• 7-10+ years of experience as a systems engineer or related role.
• Experience in developing System Security documentation.
• Expertise in full life-cycle systems engineering.

Responsibilities

• Drive solutions to complex problems and propose ways forward.
• Lead medium-sized teams and align them towards program goals.
• Mentor and provide constructive feedback to less experienced engineers.

Skills

System-level perspective

Strong oral and written communication

Practical experience with simulation-based performance analysis

Understanding of cyber/security technologies

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, physics, mathematics

Master's degree or higher preferred

Tools

SysML

Simulation tools

Modeling and simulation software

Job description

A leading nonprofit R&D company in Cambridge seeks a Principal Systems Engineer to manage requirements and architecture for cutting-edge embedded systems. The ideal candidate will have 7-10+ years of experience in systems engineering, strong leadership and communication skills, and a broad understanding of cyber-security technologies. This role offers opportunities to work on innovative technologies and promote a culture of inclusion.