Product Manufacturing Engineer – Prototype to Production

The Charles Stark Draper Laboratory, Inc.; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 238,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life balance programs

Discounts to local museums

Employee clubs (yoga, photography)

Job summary

The Charles Stark Draper Laboratory, Inc. in Cambridge, MA is seeking a Product Manufacturing Engineer to bridge the gap between advanced prototype development and low-rate production.

The role emphasizes a system-level view to ensure manufacturability, reliability, and readiness for scaled production, with DoD MRLC familiarity and ISO/AS standards valued. You will influence design decisions and coordinate with vendors and internal teams.

Qualifications

• 7–15 years of product engineering or related experience.
• Experience applying DfX principles.
• Knowledge of DoD manufacturing readiness level process is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Bridge prototype development and low-rate production with a system-level focus.
• Define production capabilities and processes to meet specifications.
• Collaborate with vendors and internal teams to align requirements.
• Mentor junior engineers and manage program risks.

Skills

Curiosity

Communication

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD

DFX methods

Job description

The Charles Stark Draper Laboratory, Inc. in Cambridge, MA is seeking a Product Manufacturing Engineer to bridge the gap between advanced prototype development and low-rate production.

The role emphasizes a system-level view to ensure manufacturability, reliability, and readiness for scaled production, with DoD MRLC familiarity and ISO/AS standards valued. You will influence design decisions and coordinate with vendors and internal teams.