Project Tech (Destructive Physical Analysis/Metrology )

The Charles Stark Draper Laboratory, Inc.; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

The Charles Stark Draper Laboratory, Inc. in Cambridge, MA is seeking a Project Tech who thrives on taking parts apart, examining them under microscopes, and applying advanced metrology to uncover failure modes.

You will work in a cleanroom, follow strict safety protocols, and collaborate with engineers to deliver data that shapes designs and improves reliability for mission-critical systems.

Qualifications

• Requires a technical degree or equivalent with extensive experience.
• Experience with microscopy, metrology and lab techniques.
• Ability to follow strict safety protocols in a cleanroom.

Responsibilities

• Disassemble components to analyze build quality and failure modes.
• Apply metrology to document features and tolerances.
• Collaborate with engineers to drive design improvements.
• Operate in a cleanroom environment with specialized equipment.

Skills

MS Office

Windows OS

Technical communication

Education

2 Year Technical Degree

4 Year Degree

Technical Certificate

15+ Years experience

Job description

Overview

Overview: Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com.

Job Description Summary

Job Description Summary: Are you the kind of Technician who enjoys seeing beneath the surface, literally? We’re looking for a skilled Project Tech who thrives on taking components apart, examining them under microscopes to uncover the success/failures inside. In this role you will:

• Perform destructive physical analysis on critical components to uncover how they’re built and why they succeed or fail by carefully dismantling or stressing components, then preparing samples for inspection
• Apply advanced metrology techniques to measure features and document every detail
• Work with engineers to deliver insights that shape designs, improve reliability, and ensure mission critical performance. Your failure analysis provides them with the necessary data and visuals that help guide improvements
• This role is in a cleanroom environment handling delicate parts, following strict safety protocols, and using a variety of specialized equipment

If you’re an expert with microscopes, measurement tools, and lab techniques, and you enjoy the challenge of uncovering the hidden story behind every part, this is the place where your skills will directly impact innovation.

Duties / Responsibilities

• With limited or no supervision, carefully documents their own work consistent with work unit policy in handwritten form or using common computer-based software.
• Performs scientific experiments and/or tests with complex laboratory equipment independently or in collaboration with senior technical personnel.
• Applies analytic and test experience in the execution of acceptance procedures independently or in collaboration with senior technical personnel.
• Programs computer controlled automated and semi-automated equipment.
• At the discretion of the supervisor, performs focused training to grow and enhance skills for betterment of the department or the Laboratory as a whole.
• As needed, mentor, train or supervise more junior technicians.
• Other temporary assignments at the discretion of the supervisor.

Skills / Abilities

• Proficiency with Microsoft Applications; MS Windows, Word, Excel etc.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Possess highly specialized skills for production for assigned work area.
• Possess a high degree of attention to detail.

Experience / Education

Requires 2 Year Technical Degree + 10 Years experience, OR 4 Year Degree + 10 Years experience, OR Relevant Technical Certificate(s) + 10 Years experience, OR 15+ Years experience

Additional Job Description

Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.

Job Location

Job Location - City: Cambridge Job Location - State: Massachusetts Job Location - Postal Code: 02139-3563

Salary

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $53.92 - $53.92. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Union ranges will be in compliance with the collective bargaining agreement's approved rates by location and role. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and does not include bonuses or benefits.

Benefits

Our work is very important to us, but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities.

Diversity and Inclusion

Draper is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We understand the value of inclusivity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact [e-mail].

Closing

We are in the business of redefining what is possible. Join our inclusive, multidisciplinary team to engineer the groundbreaking solutions of tomorrow. Explore life at Draper with our unique culture and benefits at draper.com.