Senior Aerospace Simulation & Real-Time Systems Engineer

Draper Inc.; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 245,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Workplace flexibility

Employee clubs

Health and finance workshops

Discounts to local museums and cultural activities

Job summary

Draper Inc. is looking for a Principal Simulation Engineer in Cambridge, MA to lead simulation architecture and development for aerospace systems. The role requires 7-10 years of Systems Engineering experience, mastery of C/C++ and MATLAB/Simulink, and skills in real-time software modeling. Join a diverse team that delivers solutions for national challenges while enjoying a supportive work environment and strong work-life balance initiatives.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of Systems Engineering or related experience.
• Professional software development experience in a multi-disciplinary team setting.
• Significant experience with C/C++ and MATLAB/Simulink.

Responsibilities

• Architect, integrate, verify and validate system-level simulations.
• Develop simulation CONOPs, use cases, and requirements.
• Write and automate test plans.
• Develop real-time hardware interfaces.
• Integrate 3D visualization tools.

Skills

Analytical and problem-solving skills

C/C++ programming

MATLAB/Simulink

Data visualization

Collaboration within multidisciplinary teams

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management skills

Ability to integrate new software APIs

Education

Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or related field

PhD preferred

Tools

Linux environment knowledge

Real-time hardware interfaces

Job description

Draper Inc. is looking for a Principal Simulation Engineer in Cambridge, MA to lead simulation architecture and development for aerospace systems. The role requires 7-10 years of Systems Engineering experience, mastery of C/C++ and MATLAB/Simulink, and skills in real-time software modeling. Join a diverse team that delivers solutions for national challenges while enjoying a supportive work environment and strong work-life balance initiatives.