Production Test & Integration Group Lead

Draper; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Draper in Cambridge, MA invites applications for the Group Leader of Production Test Development and Execution within the PMOE division. The role leads a multidisciplinary team, delivering high-fidelity integration tests and comprehensive production handoff packages that enable a smooth transition to production.

Collaboration with program offices and external partners ensures verifiable, repeatable test data and robust logistics processes.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership - Road Mapping - Define the group’s vision, technical roadmap, and performance metrics that align with PMOE and enterprise production goals; develop multi year resourcing plans (personnel, test equipment, space); own budget creation, tracking, and cost benefit analysis for logistics tooling and test equipment procurement.
• Program Logistics Development - Establish end to end logistics processes (receipt, storage, inventory control, transportation, customs/ITAR compliance, disposition); implement configuration management and chain of custody procedures that meet DoD/DODAF, ISO 9001, and Draper Mission Assurance standards; coordinate with Procurement, Security, and Supply Chain to secure materials, clearances, and export control approvals.
• Integration & Test Execution - Lead planning, scheduling, and execution of hardware software integration and test campaigns (functional, environmental, performance, and acceptance testing); ensure test procedures, data acquisition systems, and analysis tools are mature, repeatable, and traceable to system requirements; partner with Systems Engineers, Software Leads, and Mission Assurance to close verification gaps and certify hardware for production.
• Transition to Operations - Develop comprehensive "production hand off" packages that include validated test data, as built documentation, logistics chain of custody records, and configuration baselines; work with the Operations organization early in the program life cycle to define acceptance criteria, hand off schedules, and support models; track post handoff performance metrics to ensure a smooth transition and continuous improvement.
• Talent Development & Culture - Grow team though hiring, conduct regular one on ones, performance reviews, and career development plans for all group members; foster a collaborative, innovative culture focused on continuous learning, knowledge sharing, and cross disciplinary mentorship; promote diversity, inclusion, and employee well being initiatives within the group.
• Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement - Build strong relationships with Draper Program Offices, customers/sponsors, other engineering divisions, and external partners (universities, labs, industry); represent the group in technical reviews, proposal development, and cost estimate workshops; influence program road maps and technology transition strategies through proactive engagement and insight sharing.
• R&D Enablement

Job description

Draper in Cambridge, MA invites applications for the Group Leader of Production Test Development and Execution within the PMOE division. The role leads a multidisciplinary team, delivering high-fidelity integration tests and comprehensive production handoff packages that enable a smooth transition to production.

Collaboration with program offices and external partners ensures verifiable, repeatable test data and robust logistics processes.