Principal Systems Engineer, MBSE & Digital Twin

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

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life balance

Employee clubs (photography, yoga)

Job summary

Draper, an independent nonprofit R&D company based in Cambridge, MA, seeks a Principal Systems Engineer to shape next-generation requirements and cross-domain solutions for national security systems. The role emphasizes model-based engineering, digital twins, and integrating digital capabilities across lifecycle stages.

Ideal candidates have 7–10+ years in systems engineering, strong SysML skills, and ability to mentor teams. On-site presence is required; security clearance is a consideration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or related field.
• 7-10+ years experience as systems engineer or related role.
• Strong organizational and communication skills; ability to mentor engineers.

Responsibilities

• Independently drive solutions to complex problems and adapt to changing requirements.
• Lead medium-sized teams (5-10 people) and align toward program goals.
• Provide SME guidance in systems engineering and risk mitigation strategies.
• Develop and share best practices for other engineers.
• Mentor and foster professional growth within the team.

Skills

System engineering

Model-based engineering

SysML

Strong communication

Team leadership

Education

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

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Modeling & simulation tools

Simulation software

Job description

Draper, an independent nonprofit R&D company based in Cambridge, MA, seeks a Principal Systems Engineer to shape next-generation requirements and cross-domain solutions for national security systems. The role emphasizes model-based engineering, digital twins, and integrating digital capabilities across lifecycle stages.

Ideal candidates have 7–10+ years in systems engineering, strong SysML skills, and ability to mentor teams. On-site presence is required; security clearance is a consideration.